Member Benefits

South Carolina Afterschool Alliance (SCAA) convenes diverse organizations and individuals in support of out of school time programming in South Carolina. Join SCAA and have access to the following benefits:

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

We offer technical assistance and training programs like: Program Administration, Program Implementation, Board Development, Grant Writing, Summer Learning, Managing Grants, Effective Use of Program Space, Interactions, Behavior Modification, STEM, Incorporating Enrichment Activities in my program, and Policy/Advocacy.

FUNDING OPPORTUNITIES

SCAA is fortunate to have many partnering organizations that sometimes offer grant opportunities. Program must be a current member to be eligible. Join now to become eligible!

SC Department of Education – 21st CCLC Grant – 2021-2022 School Year

The Request for Proposals (RFP) for the 21st CCLC grant for the 2021-22 school year grant competition is now published on the South Carolina Department of Education’s website at www.ed.sc.gov . Look under SCDE Grant Opportunities (halfway the main page) for details if you are interested in applying.

SC Arts Commission

The SC Arts Commission has the following funding opportunities available:

– Quarterly Project Support for Organizations Grant Guidelines: The SC Arts Commission is providing Quarterly Project Support for a wide variety of quality arts projects and program and/or for professional development opportunities to assist artistic and managerial staff. For additional information about this opportunity and determine eligibility, visit Arts Project Support Grants

–Arts Education Projects (AEP) Grant Guidelines: Search AEP Opportunities

The Self Family Foundation

The Self Family Foundation funds broadly in the areas of education, community development, and access to arts and culture. For  additional  information on the foundation and grant opportunities – The Self Family Foundation Application Process

South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED) Community Garden Grant

The South Carolina Association for Community Economic Development (SCACED) has entered into agreement with the US Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) for furthering the production of fruits and vegetables as an important source of fresh food and nutrition to communities lacking access to locally grown produce. This agreement supports USDA’s renewed interest in community gardening. For more information on how to apply, visit: SC Association for Community Economic Development’s Community Garden Grant Application

2019-20 21st Century Community Learning Centers Subgrant

The purpose of the 21st CCLC program is to provide funds for communities to establish or expand activities in community learning centers. For additional information, search HERE

Foster Grandparent Program and Senior Companion Program Replacement Sponsor Competitions

The Corporation for National and Community Service (CNCS) South Carolina State Office announces a grant funding opportunity for eligible organizations to apply to operate and manage a Foster Grandparent Program local project in the geographic area indicated below. More information about this opportunity can be found at: Americorps Foster Grandparent Program

NETWORKING OPPORTUNITIES

Join SCAA to be connected with close to 1400 other programs across the state making an impact on our SC youth. Connect with us by signing up for our newsletter, liking us on Facebook, and following us on Twitter.

ACCESS TO ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Many state and national organizations offer curriculum, templates, trainings, research to support out of school time programs.  Below are some resources: SC Education Oversight Committee, SCETV, Pitch Hit Run, SEDL: National Center for Quality Afterschool, Expanding Minds.

JOB POSTINGS

As a Network Member, you may send SCAA job posting for us to display here.  Please send information to Lori Heslewood at Lheslewood@scafterschool.com.