Community Foundation of the Lowcountry

11/03/2026

On Friday, November 6, the Evolution Big Band Community Support Fund, administered by CFL, and the Beaufort Lions Club invites you to “Salute to Service – The Journey of an American Hero,” a moving musical tribute honoring our veterans, active-duty service members, military families, and all those whose service and sacrifice have protected the freedoms we enjoy today. You don’t want to miss this incredible performance by Evolution, an 18-piece All-Star Band! For more information, and to purchase tickets, visit https://lowcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/list/event?event_date_id=6511

11/02/2026

Grant Opportunity! The Belfair 1811 Charitable Fund (BCF), administered by CFL, reaches out as a community, in the spirit of kindness and concern, for their greater Bluffton area neighbors who need a helping hand. The BCF board directs philanthropic dollars to critical areas of need in the Bluffton community, where it will make the biggest difference. For nonprofits interested in applying, the application deadline is December 31. To access the grant application, please visithttps://members.belfair1811.com/Files/Library/2026BCFGrantGuidelinesandApplication_FILLABLE.pdf

10/21/2026

10/20/2026

Fund Focus! The Wild Horse Fund, administered by CFL, supports the Horse Island Ponies that have been rescued and brought to a safe habitat. But their journey to safety is only the beginning. These aging horses need continued care and veterinary attention, and the Wild Horse Fund is facing a critical shortage of funds to provide it. Your support helps these beautiful horses live out their lives in comfort and dignity. To donate to the Wild Horse Fund, please visit https://lowcountry.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=4267

10/16/2026

Week Two of Scholarship presentations by CFL’s Community Investment team included visits to Whale Branch Early College High School, Bluffton High School, Hilton Head Island High School, Colleton Preparatory Academy, Hardeeville Junior & Senior High School, Beaufort High School, and Beaufort-Jasper Academy for Career Excellence (ACE). Rose and Lisa have met with over 450 senior high school students interested in post-secondary education and provided valuable information about how to apply for the 60+ scholarships administered by CFL, as well as other local scholarship opportunities. To learn more about CFL scholarships, visit https://cf-lowcountry.org/students/how-to-apply-for-a-scholarship

10/14/2026

Thank you so much to the senior students and staff at Hilton Head Island High School for today's scholarship presentation!

Today, some of our seniors took an important step toward their future as they met with Ms. Rose Gomez, a 2011 graduate of Hilton Head Island High School and representative from the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry

Students learned how to navigate the scholarship portal, apply for scholarships, write strong application essays, and secure meaningful letters of recommendation. This valuable session provided our seniors with the tools and knowledge needed to make their college and career dreams a reality.

A special thank you to the Community Foundation of the Lowcountry and our school counselors for providing this incredible opportunity and supporting our students as they prepare for the next chapter of their journey!

10/13/2026

The CFL Community Investment department duo of Rose and Lisa kicked off their CFL scholarship presentations last week at high schools in our four-county service area, with visits to Hampton Co. HS, Thomas Heyward Academy, Polaris Tech, Ridgeland Academy HS, Royal Live Oaks Academy, and Hilton Head Christian Academy! Students learned how to access the CFL scholarship portal, how to complete the universal application, important application deadlines, and much more.

10/08/2026

Women’s Association of Hilton Head Island (WAHHI) Charitable Fund, administered by CFL, is now accepting grant applications! Grants are given to projects that align with the core values of WAHHI’s mission statement: To facilitate communication among women, to encourage projects that benefit the community and to promote the natural and cultural beauty of the Lowcountry. The deadline date to apply is November 7. To access the application, visit https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=lowcountry

10/05/2026

The Hampton Hall Charitable Fund, administered by CFL, is now accepting grant applications! The mission of the Hampton Hall Charitable Fund is to support local nonprofit organizations through its grants program to enhance the quality of life for those in need in Beaufort and Jasper Counties. The deadline to apply is October 24. To access the application, please visit https://www.grantinterface.com/Home/Logon?urlkey=lowcountry

10/02/2026

It was a day of celebration as Bluffton Self Help and The Deep Well Project held an Open House and Ribbon Cutting for their new shared space on Hilton Head Island! The beautifully renovated facility is located on 20 Capital Drive and includes offices, meeting rooms, computer labs, classrooms, and much more! In 2025, Community Foundation of the Lowcountry awarded an Impact Grant to the two organizations that helped fund the shared space. Congratulations to the leadership and staff of both organizations for making this much needed resource on the island a reality!