April 2016
Your Donation Goes Twice as Far on Lowcountry Giving Day!

Your donations allow us to provide access to capital for projects that would otherwise be impossible. From the first time home buyer, to the entrepreneur starting their own business, to the senior citizen who finally has access to food and essential services, your support helps to transform lives and build strong communities. And n ow through Lowcountry Giving Day on May 3rd, your contribution can go even further.
 
Support South Carolina Community Loan Fund between now and May 3rd as part of Lowcountry Giving Day and your tax-deductible gift is matched up to $8,400. T hat means every dollar you invest in community is doubled.


  
 
Other Ways to Give:
  1. Make an offline donation by cash or check (payable to SC Community Loan Fund)
  2. Make a donation on Lowcountry Giving Day at text.gives/equity or by texting EQUITY to 33923
  3. Donate online directly to South Carolina Community Loan Fund
     
Learn more about the impact of investing in community this Lowcountry Giving Day.
News
We are proud to present our 2015 Annual Report!
In 2015, we celebrated our tenth year serving the community. Ten years, 297 loans and $27.4 million in financing later we are making progress toward our mission of advancing equitable access ... Read More ...»

Six entrepreneurs will present their business plans to a panel of judges on Thursday, April 28th in the final stage of South Carolina Community Loan Fund's Feeding Innovation program in Spartanburg.... Read More...»
The Federal Reserve Bank of Richmond Community Development department  conducts a biennial survey of community development financial institutions  (CDFIs) in the Southeast region of the United... Read More...»
Upcoming Events
April 28, 2016  l 6:30pm l Spartanburg, SC
After eight weeks of training and planning, entrepreneurs will present their healthy food business plans to a panel of judges. The entrepreneur with the strongest business plan will receive $12,500 in seed capital for their business.  The event is free and open to the public. More Information
May 6, 2016  l 10:00am-12:00pm l Rock Hill, SC
This workshop will provide an overview of the New Market Tax Credit (NMTC) program with examples of NMTC financed projects both in and outside South Carolina. The workshop is free for all attendees but registration is required. More Information
May 10, 2016  l 6:00pm l Orangeburg, SC
After eight weeks of training and planning, entrepreneurs will present their healthy food business plans to a panel of judges. The entrepreneur with the strongest business plan will receive $12,500 in seed capital for their business.  The event is free and open to the public. More Information
May 18, 2016  l 1:00pm-4:00pm l Rock Hill, SC
The workshop will provide an introduction to SCCLF's policies and application package, and participants will have an opportunity to ask questions about the lending process. SCCLF representatives will also be available following the workshop to discuss individual projects. More Information
June 14, 2016  l 9:00am-3:00pm l Rock Hill, SC
Designed for people who are interested in developing 
affordable housing, this workshop teaches the basics for new construction and rehab, creating budgets, working with contractors, financing and more. There is a $50 non-refundable fee to attend. More Information
 
Since 2004, we have provided 297 loans for $27.4 million in financing
that facilitated more than $221.6 million in community development projects; we
financed 1,291 housing units, 7 healthy food outlets, 9 community facilities, and 10
community businesses, creating or retaining 2,929 jobs and providing a safe,
affordable place to call home for 2,228 individuals and families.
 
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