Award Qualifications

Funding Guidelines

• Awarded funds may be used for operating expenses and programs/projects
• Awards are distributed annually in the fall
• Applications accepted June 1 – July 31 each year
• Inaugural applicants (first-time applicants) may receive a maximum of $2,500
• Funds may not be used for salaries, ticket subsidies, or fundraising events

Eligibility Requirements

To be eligible, your organization must satisfy the following:

• Be a registered 501(c)(3) for at least one year
• Have a mission that aligns with Second Chance Thrift Shop’s mission: to support those most in need in the Summerville community
• Operate programs that serve the greater Summerville area

Application Content & Documentation

When applying, you must include:

• A detailed description of how the funding will be used—either for operating expenses, programs, or projects
• If your organization received a Community Support Award in the previous year, include a description of how it was used and the impact it had
• The following supporting documents:
  • • IRS determination letter (501(c)(3))
    • Current board member list
    • Revenue & expense statement for the prior completed fiscal year
    • Balance sheet for the prior completed fiscal year
    • Year-to-date revenue & expense statement
    • Current year budget
    • Year-to-date balance sheet