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CELEBRATING 5 Years … a time to celebrate!
In 2019, as part of its 75th anniversary, the Foundation announced plans to build The Robert Hett Chapman III Center for Philanthropy and to establish a collaborative, shared space that enhances the Foundation’s role as convener and thought leader in the community. By combining convening facilities, state-of-the-art technology, and data-driven decision-making, the Center was to […]
Learn moreNovember 25, 2025
Maximize Your Charitable Giving in 2025 Before New Tax Rules Go Into Effect
Learn moreNovember 26, 2024
A Healthy Holiday Season
The holidays are a time when many connect with family and friends in celebration. But the reality is that for some, the holidays bring negative stress and can trigger situations that undermine mental health.
August 26, 2024
The Power of A Community Foundation
by Karen Nichols, Vice President of Philanthropic Services Community foundations play an integral role in fostering philanthropy at a local level across the United States, seeking to improve the quality of life for its residents. These local catalysts are more than just philanthropic organizations; they are the heartbeat of vibrant, thriving communities. The role of […]
July 2, 2024
Promoting Philanthropy
Supporting our donors and fundholders with improved services … Since the year began, the Foundation has put the finishing touches on its 2024-2026 Strategic Plan, which highlights our commitment to continuous improvement in all areas of Foundation operations and services to its donors, fundholders, nonprofits, and all residents across Spartanburg County. We have continued educating […]
July 1, 2024
Encouraging Community Engagement
SCF Initiatives build community connections… The Foundation’s Initiatives engage community members in our work, whether they are fundholders, donors to the foundation, or not. Throughout the year, we support nonprofit organizations and individuals/groups who are committed to addressing our community’s needs. Nonprofit Connect has provided multiple learning sessions to strengthen the capacity of nonprofit […]
Responding to Community Needs
Spartanburg County Foundation Grantmaking Process Explained… The Foundation’s fundholders respond to community needs daily, providing grants to community nonprofit organizations providing direct services to Spartanburg County residents. The Foundation’s Trustees distribute grants through two competitive cycles annually. The first round of grants has recently been approved. Details about the specific needs these grants addressed will be […]