Orangeburg County Grants Administration supports and promotes programs that benefit the County and the welfare its citizens. We are committed to opportunities that enrich our communities, improve standards, promote citizen safety and stimulate community and economic growth.
In addition to applying for new funds, Grants Administration oversees and manages existing awards for the County.
Funding examples include:
- Infrastructure
- Planning and Economic Development
- Law Enforcement Equipment and Services
- Enhancement (local parks)
- Rehabilitation Projects (when applicable)
Grant Making in Orangeburg County
Grant writing is a process which requires good communication and organization between all participants. Communities seeking assistance should be advised that not every project is fundable. Nearly every proposal has merit but acceptability is based on availability. Should a grant exist, the project must be consistent with our mission and the funding agency’s goals.Please be advised that Grants Administration is governed by federal, state and local laws and cannot assist individuals seeking profit or personal financial assistance. We also reserve the right to refuse a proposal if it is not consistent with our mission; if resources are limited, or if that project should conflict with any federal, state or local restriction.
Due to the highly competitive nature of most grants, funding may vary from year to year but we are enormously grateful to those agencies who have allowed us to better our communities and expand development through their programs.
- Lower Savannah Council of Governments
- Palmetto Pride, Non-profit Organization
- South Carolina Department of Commerce, CDBG
- South Carolina Department of Commerce, CCED
- South Carolina Department of Parks, Recreation and Tourism
- South Carolina Department of Transportation
- United States Department of Agriculture
- United States Department of Justice, OJP
Recently, our focus has centered on infrastructure, equipment for law enforcement and planning. We hope to build upon these successes with new and innovative projects that will benefit Orangeburg County and its citizens.
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Non-Profit Non-profit organizations with 501 (c) (3) status will be asked to provide a copy of their designation prior to reviewing a project proposal.To apply for non-profit status, please visit http://www.IRS.gov |
Individuals
Please be advised that Grants Administration cannot assist individuals seeking personal financial help. If you or someone you know is interested in learning more about personal grants or loans, you may begin your research online or at your local library.Housing Assistance
(USDA) Orangeburg Service CenterLoan program(s) and information
ORANGEBURG, SC: (803) 534-2409
US Department of Urban Development - http://www.HUD.gov
HUD, Columbia, SC: (803) 254-3886 (menu options) or (803) 253-3292 (voicemail)
SC Regional Housing Authority No. 3 - http://www.SHA.State.SC.us
Homeownership Office, (803) 534-9950
Small Business Administration
South Carolina District Office1835 Assembly ST, Room 1425
Columbia, SC 29201
(803) 765-5377 | (803) 765-5962 (Fax)
Education
Grants Administration does not process grants for college students seeking financial aid. Please visit your educational institution for more information.
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Recovery Act (ARRA) Programs |
South Carolina Department of Commerce
2009 Community Development Block Grant Recovery Program (CDBG-R)
Grant Award: $475,000
Funds were awarded to the County of Orangeburg for the purpose of establishing sewer infrastructure west of the Edisto River in Phase II of the Edisto Sewer Project.
United States Department of Agriculture (USDA)
Infrastructure Investment, Orangeburg Edisto Sewer Phases II (b) & III (b)
Loan Amount: $2,088,000
Funds were awarded to the County of Orangeburg for the purpose of establishing sewer infrastructure west of the Edisto River in Phase II (b) and III (b) of the Edisto Sewer Project.
U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs
2009 Recovery Act BJA Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program
Grant Award: $169,606
Funds were awarded to the County of Orangeburg’s Sheriff’s Office for the purpose of hiring gang officers to police neighborhoods, promote prevention and awareness, and to address citizen concerns.
2009 COPS Hiring Recovery Program (CHRP)
Grant Award: $500,140
Funds were awarded to the County of Orangeburg’s Sheriff’s Office for the purpose of hiring and rehiring career officers.
South Carolina Budget and Control Board
SC Department of Energy
Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program
Grant Award: $125,000
Awarded to dispose and replace low efficiency air handlers at the Orangeburg County Law Complex.
Additional Programs
South Carolina Department of Commerce
Community Development Block Grant
Funds were awarded to the County of Orangeburg for the purpose of establishing sewer infrastructure west of the Edisto River in Phase III of the Edisto Sewer Project.
2010 Enforcement Grant
Palmetto Pride
County of Orangeburg
Funds received to purchase digital equipment for the Litter Control Department for the purpose of establishing evidence and prosecuting offenders.
U.S. Department of Justice, Office of Justice Programs
FY 2009 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG)
Funds were awarded to improve security at Orangeburg County’s Magistrate’s Office through renovation and innovative technology.
PIP Renovation Project
Lower Savannah Council of Governments
County of Orangeburg
Funds were used to renovate a vacant portion of the Department of Social Services building for the DDSN Senior Program. Equipment was also purchased for the Council on Aging to improve the quality of their physical program(s).
Census Information
| Year | Orangeburg County | South Carolina | United States |
| 1900 | 59,663 | 1,340,316 | 76,212,168 |
| 1910 | 55,893 | 1,515,400 | 92,228,496 |
| 1920 | 64,907 | 1,683,724 | 106,021,537 |
| 1930 | 63,864 | 1,738,765 | 123,202,624 |
| 1940 | 63,707 | 1,899,804 | 132,164,569 |
| 1950 | 68,726 | 2,117,027 | 151,325,798 |
| 1960 | 68,559 | 2,382,594 | 179,323,175 |
| 1970 | 69,789 | 2,590,713 | 203,302,031 |
| 1980 | 82,276 | 3,120,729 | 226,542,199 |
| 1990 | 84,803 | 3,486,703 | 248,709,873 |
| 2000 | 91,582 | 4,012,012 | 281,421,906 |
| Total Land Area: | 1,128 Square Miles | % |
| Urban Population | 30,300 | 33.1 |
| Rural Population | 61,282 | 66.9 |
| Farm | 1,912 | 2.1 |
| Non-Farm | 59,370 | 64.8 |
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Contact Information
Orangeburg County
Grants Administration
1437 Amelia ST
Orangeburg, SC 29115
Office: (803) 533-6167
Fax: (803) 533-6123
For comments or suggestions, you may contact grants@orangeburgcounty.org or call the number listed above. Please take into consideration that we are subject to the conditions and restrictions of our mission and resources.
Grant Personnel
Harold M. Young
Deputy Administrator
Community Development Division
(803) 533-6160
Alice Oeffinger
Grant Administrator
Planning Department
Community Development Division
(803) 531-2928
Neosha Jones
Grants Assistant
Planning Department
Community Development Division
(803) 533-6167