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South Carolina business and community development organizations

There are 1,926 business associations and community development organizations in South Carolina. Combined, these South Carolinian business and community development organizations employ 2,702 people, earn more than $673 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $2 billion.
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Types of business and community development organizations in South Carolina

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Business and industry associations
 
663
 
$304,079,125
Community service clubs and organizations
 
518
 
$39,474,463
Trade / professional associations and chambers of commerce
 
510
 
$223,849,484
Community development corporations
 
398
 
$133,010,883
Economic development organizations
 
208
 
$183,453,763
Urban development organizations
 
92
 
$67,901,961
Real estate organizations
 
53
 
$30,102,009
Small business development organizations
 
30
 
$9,416,865
Organizations supporing multiple business and community development organizations
 
21
 
$561,929
Nonprofit management organizations
 
18
 
$4,281,202
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Business and community development organizations by major South Carolina cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Columbia, SC
 
512
 
$197,448,890
Charleston, SC
 
317
 
$132,783,087
Greenville, SC
 
281
 
$73,587,338
Charlotte, NC
 
114
 
$16,725,326
Spartanburg
 
95
 
$18,046,276
Myrtle Beach
 
88
 
$83,971,730
Hilton Head Island
 
85
 
$36,268,143
Florence, SC
 
82
 
$31,630,666
Augusta, GA
 
72
 
$28,335,397
Sumter
 
45
 
$4,687,960
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Job trends for South Carolina business and community development organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
279
1-10
 
178
11-25
 
30
26-100
 
22
101 to 1,000
 
4
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of business and community development organizations in South Carolina

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
544
$250k to $1M
 
171
$1M to $5M
 
86
$5M to $25M
 
27
$25M to $100M
 
2
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of business and community development organizations in South Carolina

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South Carolina Association of Realtors

SC Association of Realtors is a non-profit providing professional development, research and services for members to preserve the right to own, use and transfer property.
Revenue
$5.6m
Assets
$14.7m
Employees
15
EIN
57-0370364
IRS type
501(c)(6)

South Carolina Bar

South Carolina Bar offers legal education, resources, and services to uphold the Constitution and improve justice throughout the state.
Revenue
$10.6m
Assets
$19.2m
Employees
66
EIN
57-0610103
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Charleston Area Convention and Visitors Bureau

Charleston Area CVB markets the area to individual, meeting and group travelers via publications, website, and various media initiatives.
Revenue
$31.7m
Assets
$21.1m
Employees
98
EIN
03-0386059
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce (MBACC)

The Myrtle Beach Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization supported by 2,700 businesses and nonprofit organizations. The area's economic success and quality of life is directly impacted by the work the chamber performs.
Revenue
$68.5m
Assets
$48.6m
Employees
54
EIN
57-0214572
IRS type
501(c)(6)

South Carolina Community Loan Fund

SCCLF is a CDFI that provides loans and technical assistance for affordable housing and business development in South Carolina.
Revenue
$6.6m
Assets
$42.2m
Employees
20
EIN
01-0793507
IRS type
501(c)(3)

CLIMB Fund

CLIMB Fund offers loans and technical assistance programs to promote economic development for businesses in its service area.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$35.5m
Employees
30
EIN
57-0707663
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Metanoia

Metanoia invests in neighborhood assets, builds leaders, establishes quality housing and generates economic development for distressed neighborhoods in North Charleston.
Revenue
$10.7m
Assets
$24.3m
Employees
29
EIN
20-0310400
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Greater Lake City Alliance

To provide financial support to governmental entities, section 501(c)(3) organizations, and other entities, as well as to engage directly in community and economic development activities, that further these purposes.
Revenue
$18.3m
Assets
$81.6m
Employees
12
EIN
47-5435410
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Beaufort-Jasper EOC

Administration of program funded by the federal government to serve low income and disadvantaged families.
Revenue
$10.4m
Assets
$2.4m
Employees
163
EIN
57-0477804
IRS type
501(c)(3)

South Carolina Association of Community Action Partnerships

SCACAP promotes self-sufficiency and improves quality of life for income eligible individuals and families through energy conservation, education, and support.
Revenue
$7.3m
Assets
$8.2m
Employees
27
EIN
55-0861643
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Greenville Chamber of Commerce

Promotes Upstate development and business growth through programs, as a business promotion entity located in Greenville, SC.
Revenue
$3.9m
Assets
$5.8m
Employees
35
EIN
57-0173240
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Charleston Regional Development Alliance (CRDA)

To strengthen regional employment, build our base of high-value industries, and significantly improve the economic future for all who live and work in the greater Charleston area.
Revenue
$3.8m
Assets
$3.0m
Employees
17
EIN
57-1015804
IRS type
501(c)(6)

North Myrtle Beach Chamber of Commerce Convention and Vistor's Bureau

To promote the North Myrtle Beach, SC area and its businesses by providing strong leadership services and support in economic, tourism and community development.
Revenue
$4.2m
Assets
$4.5m
Employees
10
EIN
57-1083402
IRS type
501(c)(6)

South Carolina Hospital Association

Scha's mission is to support its member hospitals in creating a world-class health care delivery system for the people of South Carolina by fostering high quality patient care and serving as effective advocates for the Hospital community.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$22.9m
Employees
43
EIN
57-0372816
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Columbia Empowerment Zone

CEZ, Inc. enhances the lives of Columbia residents with job training, low-interest loans and property management aimed at creating sustainable businesses.
Revenue
$5.7m
Assets
$13.2m
Employees
0
EIN
30-0479115
IRS type
501(c)(3)

South Carolina Medical Association

South Carolina Medical Association provides education, accreditation, and advocacy for physicians in the state while promoting good health for citizens.
Revenue
$3.1m
Assets
$7.9m
Employees
34
EIN
57-0248750
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Capital City Lake Murray Country Regional Tourism Board (CCLMC)

Capital City/Lake Murray Country (CCLMC) is one South Carolina's 11 regional tourism organizations promoting tourism in Lexington, Newberry, Richland and Saluda Counties.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$912.2k
Employees
9
EIN
57-0738559
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Kiawah Island Community Association (KICA)

Kiawah Island Community Association, (KICA) is a mandatory-membership corporation which manages the business and property that contribute to the overall ambience and property values of Kiawah Island.
Revenue
$21.3m
Assets
$27.3m
Employees
141
EIN
57-0713010
IRS type
501(c)(4)

South Carolina State Chamber of Commerce

To enhance the quality of life for all South Carolinians. The South Carolina Chamber leads the way in achieving global competitiveness and ultimately increasing prosperity for our citizens.
Revenue
$2.9m
Assets
$3.6m
Employees
20
EIN
57-0219655
IRS type
501(c)(6)

VisitGreenvilleSC

Marketing organization promoting Upstate SC as a visitor destination, improving business conditions and expanding the economic base of the region.
Revenue
$12.1m
Assets
$7.3m
Employees
31
EIN
57-0777611
IRS type
501(c)(6)
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