South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development

Providing Innovative & Sustainable Solutions for Low Wealth Communities in SC

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Voter Engagement Mini Grant Round 2

A 2nd round of Voter Engagement Mini-Grants is now open, with 24 awards of $1,000 each to support civic participation, nonpartisan voter education, and community mobilization across South Carolina. This funding opportunity is made possible by generous support from the Sisters of Charity Foundation of South Carolina, Mary Reynolds Babcock Foundation and SC Counts.

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Workforce Housing Accelerator Report

This latest report highlights eight actionable strategies, ranging from regulatory fixes to new funding tools, to expand housing options for middle-income workers across South Carolina. Discover key findings on leveraging public-private partnerships, increasing housing supply, and aligning housing with long-term economic development.

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The Courage To Measure

This Community Development Institute session explores how Kids On Point transformed data from a basic compliance requirement into a powerful leadership tool. Discover practical strategies to strengthen programs, communicate authentically with donors, and build an organizational culture where data drives growth rather than judgment.

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