Special Purpose Grants

Catawba Regional Council of Governments (CRCOG) helps local governments and special purpose districts secure state and federal grant funding. CRCOG assists localities with information about grant opportunities, application preparation, researching additional funding sources, and grant administration during project implementation.  Most grant programs operate on annual funding cycles. 

Highway Safety/Public Safety grants from SC Department of Transportation (SCDOT). 

Park and Recreation Development grants are state-funded, noncompetitive, reimbursable grants for eligible local governments or special purpose district entities which provide recreational opportunities within each SC county. The program assists in the development of new public recreation facilities or with the enhancement/renovation of existing facilities. 

Carolina Thread Trail grants can help local communities plan and implement trails and greenway projects. 

Historic Preservation grants are available from the SC Department of Archives and History.  They include Survey and Planning Grants for historic preservation planning and Development Grants for building restoration.  

Urban Community Forestry grants are available from the SC Forestry Commission for tree surveys, planting plans, public education, and limited tree planting.  

Transportation Enhancement grants from SCDOT can be used for sidewalks, trails, landscaping, and downtown streetscape projects.  

Solid Waste grants from SC Department of Environmental Services include solid waste management, used oil, waste tire, and recycled tire products grants. 

Fire grants are available from the Federal Emergency Management Administration for fire department equipment and training. 

USDA Rural Business Enterprise grants provide for rural projects that finance and facilitate development of small and emerging rural businesses, help fund distance learning networks, and help fund employment related adult education programs.  

For more information, please contact our office at crcog@catawbacog.org or 803-327-9041.