Local Funding-South Carolina Arts Commission

This is a great local source of funding in the area of the arts. Created in 1967, the South Carolina Arts Commission has a mission to build a thriving arts environment for the benefit of all South Carolinians. The SCAC partners with state agencies, institutions and private groups to provide nationally recognized arts initiatives. They offer a number of different grant programs with deadlines throughout the year.
Take a look at their website to learn more.
http://www.southcarolinaarts.com/grants/index.shtml