South Carolina Assistance and Aid Programs.

Get help and find assistance programs in all cities and counties, including Charleston and Columbia.

Operation RoundUp
This aid is offered by many utility company’s, including Mid-Carolina Electric Cooperative, Palmetto Electric Cooperative and others. The organizations join together to help neighbors who are dealing with a crises. Grants and funds provided address needs such as clothing, food, shelter, utility bills, health care and other community services. More.

Gap Assistance Pharmacy Program for Seniors (GAPS)
GAPS provides pharmacy assistance and it will assist with paying prescription bills for seniors. It will fill the gap for eligible seniors' Medicare prescription drug coverage when their drug costs reach the so called "donut hole." (888) 549-0820

Mortgage Assistance, and Foreclosure Prevention Resources
There are several different programs and resources that homeowners in South Carolina can use to get help with their mortgage. Learn more.

Also, the state has several government certified non-profit agencies that counseling homeowners through difficult times. More on South Carolina HUD agencies.

ABC Child Care Program
This is the statewide system that was created by South Carolina to deliver low cost or free child care services under a federally funded grant program. The ABC Child Care Voucher program will make payments to child care providers to care for low-income children so their parents can work. In addition to this, the ABC Child Care Program also has various activities and projects that will help to improve child care programs throughout the state, and it will help make the child care programs more affordable and available to the families that need them. 803-898-2570

Family Independence Program
Family Independence (FI) is a time-limited program that will assist families in need with dependent children when families cannot provide for their basic needs. The main focus of this help program is to assist lower income and struggling families with meeting their basic needs by providing cash grants and assistance, supportive services, job training, employment opportunities, and help getting out of debt. (800) 768-5700

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
This South Carolina program works to help end hunger and improve the health of lower income people by helping families in need buy the food they need for a nutritionally adequate diet. (800) 768-5700

Legal Assistance
Legal Services of South Carolina offers several programs and resources that will provide state residents with tips and advice. More.

Emergency Rental Assistance Program
This program is run by the South Carolina Housing and Finance Development Authority and it provides rental assistance to low-income seniors age 55 and older. The funds provided are a one time payment. Click here.

Medical, Dental, and Community Clinics
Various clinics around South Carolina can provide the low income and the uninsured with either free or low cost medical/dental care, and even medications. More on South Carolina community clinics.

Debt Reduction and Credit Services
Find a listing of not for profit agencies that can provide credit counseling, debt consolidation, and mortgage/housing assistance to state residents. A number of organizations specialize in these credit services. More South Carolina credit counseling.

South Carolina Pantries and Food Banks
Learn where to turn to get free food, groceries, and other forms of non-financial aid and assistance in the state of South Carolina. Food banks help tens of thousands per year. Learn more.

Utility, Electric, and Energy Bill Assistance
Most of the utility companies that operate in the state provide emergency grants, weatherization, and other forms of financial assistance to needy customers. Get details on South Carolina utility programs.

Dental care is offered at no cost, or on a sliding fee scale, to many low income individuals from clinics and centers across South Carolina. Click here.

Housing and Electric Bill Emergency Assistance
The state distributes federal government and other funds to non-profit agencies, which then use the money to pay for the housing, utilities, food, rent, and other needs of the low income. Read more South Carolina emergency assistance.

Assistance From South Carolina Cities and Counties