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South Carolina arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 1,604 arts, culture, and humanities organizations in South Carolina. Combined, these South Carolinian arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits employ 4,476 people, earn more than $359 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $1 billion.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in South Carolina

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Performing arts organizations
 
487
 
$153,577,596
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
 
355
 
$49,188,643
Historical societies and organizations
 
302
 
$48,613,737
Museums
 
134
 
$64,136,467
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
 
112
 
$7,534,711
Music festival and event organizations
 
110
 
$9,223,790
Theaters
 
101
 
$25,078,098
History museums
 
68
 
$19,152,717
Media production and publishing organizations
 
54
 
$28,304,921
Dance organizations
 
51
 
$2,903,199
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Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits by major South Carolina cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Columbia, SC
 
335
 
$48,902,882
Charleston, SC
 
320
 
$112,869,582
Greenville, SC
 
268
 
$96,930,563
Hilton Head Island
 
114
 
$23,108,832
Spartanburg
 
89
 
$29,090,514
Charlotte, NC
 
81
 
$16,853,268
Myrtle Beach
 
78
 
$4,661,400
Augusta, GA
 
65
 
$5,431,505
Florence, SC
 
53
 
$5,876,157
Sumter
 
38
 
$2,984,438
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Job trends for South Carolina arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
175
1-10
 
118
11-25
 
39
26-100
 
23
101 to 1,000
 
13
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in South Carolina

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
418
$250k to $1M
 
137
$1M to $5M
 
55
$5M to $25M
 
9
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in South Carolina

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1-20 of 1,604

Peace Center

The Peace Center presents the world's finest performers, provides arts education and outreach, and supports local arts organizations. These efforts further the cultural advancement, arts appreciation, and economic development in their region.
Revenue
$50.5m
Assets
$151.5m
Employees
245
EIN
57-0811297
IRS type
501(c)(3)

ETV Endowment of South Carolina (ETV)

The ETV Endowment is a nonprofit that provides funding for programming on ETV and SC Public Radio, South Carolina's public broadcasting stations.
Revenue
$14.6m
Assets
$41.8m
Employees
29
EIN
57-0657549
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Spoleto Festival USA

Spoleto Festival USA offers high-caliber performing arts, dedication to young artists, and passion for innovation through socially distanced and virtual performances.
Revenue
$11.2m
Assets
$20.5m
Employees
348
EIN
57-0660848
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Columbia Museum of Art (CMA)

CMA is an art museum in Columbia, SC whose mission is: CMA's mission to educate, enrich, and inspire the community and visitors to our state.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$21.3m
Employees
116
EIN
57-6007869
IRS type
501(c)(3)

International African American Museum (IAAM)

IAAM aims to re-center South Carolina's place in global history, illuminating its pivotal role in the development of the international slave trade and the Civil War.
Revenue
$11.2m
Assets
$73.5m
Employees
69
EIN
20-3398254
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Gibbes Museum of Art

Gibbes Museum of Art collects and preserves Charleston's art, enhances lives through engagement with enduring quality art, and provides cultural experiences.
Revenue
$5.3m
Assets
$19.8m
Employees
32
EIN
57-0323047
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Educational Telecommunications

National Educational Telecommunications enhances public media through leadership support, program distribution, professional development, and strategic guidance for educational content delivery.
Revenue
$6.7m
Assets
$3.1m
Employees
58
EIN
57-6035634
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charleston Gaillard Management Corporation

Charleston's Gaillard Management Corp sells tickets, manages events and venues, and provides technical support for performances.
Revenue
$11.0m
Assets
$8.3m
Employees
266
EIN
46-3018925
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cultural and Heritage Commission

CHM preserves and communicates natural and cultural histories of Carolina Piedmont, inspiring lifetime learning through educational programs and special events.
Revenue
$6.4m
Assets
$7.6m
Employees
74
EIN
23-7257020
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charleston Symphony Orchestra (CSO)

The Charleston Symphony Orchestra's mission is to inspire and engage our community through exceptional musical performances and educational programs.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$10.7m
Employees
293
EIN
57-6000192
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Newberry Opera House

Preserves and operates Newberry Opera House performing arts center, offering 150 shows annually to enhance economic and cultural development.
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$6.4m
Employees
25
EIN
57-0964360
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Childrens Museum of the Lowcountry (CML)

CML's field trip choices support the South Carolina Department of Education Curriculum standards. All programs are adapted to grade levels K-5 and are based on our interactive exhibits.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$4.8m
Employees
26
EIN
57-1014498
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lake City Creative Alliance

Lake City Creative Alliance fosters a culturally-rich environment, leads creative programs, and operates the Jones-Carter Gallery in Lake City, SC.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$2.2m
Employees
35
EIN
81-0787988
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Greenville Symphony Association

The Association supports a symphonic orchestra in Greenville, sc for the purpose of promoting & improving the education & cultural development of the city & the surrounding area through the presentation of live orchestral performances.
Revenue
$3.6m
Assets
$2.6m
Employees
145
EIN
57-0447452
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Charleston Museum

Charleston Museum educates about Lowcountry history through exhibits, preservation, and research; boasts significant collection with 297k+ objects.
Revenue
$3.8m
Assets
$24.5m
Employees
67
EIN
57-6000318
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Historic Charleston Foundation

We are dedicated to preserving and protecting the historical, architectural and cultural character of Charleston and its historic environs, and to educating the public about Charleston's history and the benefits that are derived from preservation.
Revenue
$4.8m
Assets
$34.7m
Employees
126
EIN
57-6000599
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Historic Columbia Foundation

The Historic Columbia Foundation preserves history, advocates for historic properties, and offers educational programs that connect the past to the present in Columbia and Richland County.
Revenue
$3.1m
Assets
$4.3m
Employees
57
EIN
57-6020250
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Drayton Hall Preservation Trust

To research, preserve and interpret Drayton Hall, its environs, and collections, in order to educate the public and to inspire people to embrace historic Preservation.
Revenue
$3.3m
Assets
$5.9m
Employees
43
EIN
45-4938941
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Preservation Society of Charleston

Charleston's Preservation Society advocates for better development practices, flood mitigation, and tourism management to protect its historic buildings and communities.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$11.0m
Employees
32
EIN
57-0439524
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Childrens Museum of the Upstate (TCMU)

The Children's Museum of the Upstate seeks to be a leader in innovative family activities, a dynamic learning center and a compelling community attraction.
Revenue
$4.4m
Assets
$30.6m
Employees
81
EIN
57-1025453
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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