How Can We Help? Hurricane Recovery
As South Carolina faces yet another devastating storm, memories of past disasters like the floods of 2015, 2016, 2018, and even Hurricane Hugo in 1989, come rushing back. During times like these, we in the nonprofit sector ask ourselves, “How can we help?”
Together, we are Allies For Good.
Collaboration has always been our strength, and now more than ever, it’s crucial that we come together to respond effectively.
Today, we convened a call with the SC Grantmakers' Network, United Way Association of SC, and representatives from the Governor’s Office to plan a coordinated philanthropic response.
Our focus is on directing resources where they are needed most.
Below, you’ll find important information and resources to assist you as we navigate recovery efforts.
We will keep this page updated with new developments.
How You Can Get Involved:
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Take our Nonprofit Mobilization Survey: Help us understand how your organization is responding and where support is needed most.
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Join the Webinar: Hurricane Helene: How Funders Can Support Recovery hosted by the Center for Disaster Philanthropy, October 3 at 1 PM
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Learn About the One SC Fund: This statewide initiative, supported by donors and funders from across the country, provides critical resources for disaster relief and recovery.
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IRS Guidance on Providing Assistance through Charitable Organizations: IRS Publication 3833
Essential Resources:
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Power Outage Maps (1.2M people in SC are still without power as of Monday 9/30/24):
Dominion Energy | Duke Energy | Santee Cooper | Electric Co-Ops -
Government Information:
SC Emergency Management Division | Download the SC Emergency Manager App! | Department of Environmental Services | SC Office of Resilience
Assistance Resources:
- FEMA Disaster Assistance
- Artists and Arts Organizations: SC Arts Alliance Emergency Support Resources
- People with Disabilities: Able SC Preparedness, Response & Recovery Services
- Recursos en español: SC Hispanic Alliance
Local Disaster Relief Funds (Give and/or Apply):
- Spartanburg County:
- For Nonprofits: Spartanburg County Disaster Relief Fund: Spartanburg County Foundation
- For Individuals/Families: United For All Fund: United Way of the Piedmont (Give) / (Apply)
- Greenville County:
- Community Relief Fund: United Way of Greenville
- Community Response Intake Form: LiveWell Greenville
Other Resources/Information will be posted here as the Together SC team becomes aware of them. Don't see a resource here? Let us know!
Together, we can ensure that our communities receive the support they need.
Stay tuned for more updates, and thank you for your unwavering commitment to South Carolina’s recovery.
Your Allies For Good,
The Team at Together SC
Ben, Brooke, Desmonies, Destiny & GP.