The mission of the SC Bar Foundation is to promote justice by funding legal access and education. It aims to provide grants to non-profit organizations that support those in need in South Carolina, focusing on civil legal services, law-related education, the administration of justice, and services in Horry County.
The grant program from the SC Bar Foundation seeks to advance its mission of promoting justice through legal access and education, prioritizing funding for direct client representation and requiring a demonstrated plan for program execution. Eligibility for civil legal aid includes free legal representation for the disadvantaged, adhering to income eligibility requirements. For administration of justice, innovative or cost-effective legal services enhancements are sought. In law-related education, programs should provide opportunities to learn about the law and benefit non-profits. Applicants are encouraged to have multiple funding sources, collaborate with others, and may request funds for rent and equipment under conditions of demonstrated significant productivity enhancements.