Berkeley Soil and Water Conservation District Grant Request Application
GENERAL INFORMATION
Berkeley Soil and Water Conservation District (founded 1943), is a sub-division of state government. Conservation Districts act as a “hub” between landowners, and federal, state, and local governments. Districts are governed by a 5-member Board of Commissioners (3 Commissioners are elected in general elections for 4 year terms and 2 that are appointed by the Board serving the Department of Natural Resources, also serving 4-year terms). Voting Commissioners request input given by non-voting Associate Commissioners who serve the board in an advisory role.
Berkeley Soil and Water Conservation District relies on donations from individuals and corporations to help carry out programs, projects and educational workshops in Berkeley County. Each year BSWCD has an Affiliate Membership Drive. Persons or businesses interested in assisting the District with its mission become Affiliate members with a tax - deductible donation. Recognizing that partners are tools that can be utilized to multiply effectiveness, BSWCD has allotted a portion of net proceeds from our affiliate donations to be awarded to projects that help further the goals and mission of the Soil and Water Conservation District in Berkeley County.
ELIGIBILITY
- Applications are accepted from non-profits that a.) serve people who live in Berkeley County; b.) are recognized by the I.R.S. as a public charity, being either a government agency or an organization exempt from income tax with a 501(c)(3) designation; c.) are not a political or lobbying organization; and d.) do not discriminate on the basis of age, sex, race, color, sexual orientation, national/ethnic origin or disability.
- Applications will be accepted from groups affiliated with public or private schools if the educational component aligns with the mission of the BSWCD.
- A request will only be considered if applicant proves how their project/program assists BSWCD in achieving its mission under state law.
BSWCD MISSION
To promote the wise use and care of natural resources for the benefit of the citizens of Berkeley County.
EXPANDED MISSION STATEMENT
*please download the below for expounded mission statement
REQUIREMENTS
Applicant organizations must complete the application pages and include all necessary attachments. Incomplete applications cannot be considered.
Include as attachments: (Please note page limits)
#1 = copy of the organization’s budget (up to 2-pages)
#2 = copy of the proposed specific program or project budget, if applicable (up to 2-pages)
#3 = copy of the first page of the I.R.S. letter certifying public charity status. (1-page)
#4 = budget and receipts from prior year’s funding, if applicable (up to 5-pages)
SCHEDULE
Requests for funding for 2021 will be accepted between September 1 and December 31, 2020. Funds will be distributed upon board vote in the first quarter of 2021.
APPLICATIONS
Applications can be obtained:
- by filling out the form below
- email request to: info@berkeleysoilandwater.com
- contact our office in person at 223 East Main Street, Ste. B, Moncks Corner or by phone (843) 719-4146
