South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development

Providing Innovative & Sustainable Solutions for Low Wealth Communities in SC

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25 years later, we remember. This September 11, we honor those we lost and recognize the countless acts of service that emerged from one of the darkest and most devastating moments in our nation's history.

Today, and every day, we renew our vow to never forget the valor, dedication, compassion, and service of those who ran toward danger to help others.

Remember. Honor. Never Forget.

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.

CLICK HERE TO APPLY

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.

read the full report

Church Finances 101 Workshop

Join SCACED and Self-Help Credit Union for a free church finance workshop on September 12 for local church leaders to learn more about finances, faith-based lending and how to secure financing for future community projects. This workshop is for Boards, Directors, Trustees, Finance Directors, Pastors, Reverends and Deacons. Registration is now open.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER