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South Carolina trade / professional associations

There are 533 trade / professional associations and chambers of commerce in South Carolina. Combined, these South Carolinian trade / professional associations employ 778 people, earn more than $249 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $274 million.
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Trade / professional associations by major South Carolina cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Columbia, SC
 
196
 
$98,763,102
Charleston, SC
 
86
 
$15,143,591
Greenville, SC
 
85
 
$13,154,179
Charlotte, NC
 
28
 
$5,819,404
Myrtle Beach
 
25
 
$83,338,275
Hilton Head Island
 
22
 
$15,402,910
Spartanburg
 
20
 
$6,489,774
Augusta, GA
 
16
 
$2,624,532
Florence, SC
 
15
 
$2,127,050
Sumter
 
5
 
$1,099,498
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Job trends for South Carolina trade / professional associations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
85
1-10
 
88
11-25
 
8
26-100
 
7
101 to 1,000
 
0
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of trade / professional associations in South Carolina

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
179
$250k to $1M
 
77
$1M to $5M
 
37
$5M to $25M
 
3
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
0
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Directory of trade / professional associations in South Carolina

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South Carolina Bar

South Carolina Bar offers legal education, resources, and services to uphold the Constitution and improve justice throughout the state.
Revenue
$11.7m
Assets
$20.0m
Employees
68
EIN
57-0610103
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
$80.0m
Assets
$47.8m
Employees
61
EIN
57-0214572
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Greater 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
$5.6m
Employees
40
EIN
57-0173240
IRS type
501(c)(6)

South Carolina Education Association (SCEA)

The South Carolina Education Association is the leading advocate for educational change in South Carolina.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$4.9m
Employees
22
EIN
57-0275275
IRS type
501(c)(6)

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
$2.8m
Assets
$3.5m
Employees
24
EIN
57-0219655
IRS type
501(c)(6)

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)

South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance

Preserve and promote the economic health of manufacturing industries in South Carolina by seeking positive action in state government.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
12
EIN
57-0147475
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Council of Autism Service Providers

Non-profit association advocating and supporting best practices in autism services through annual conferences and other support services.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$1.3m
Employees
10
EIN
81-1254601
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Onespartanburg (SACC)

The Spartanburg Area Chamber of Commerce is a private, non-profit organization supported through membership investment and strategic partnerships. Their mission is to enhance the economic vitality and lifestyle environment of Spartanburg County.
Revenue
$4.8m
Assets
$5.8m
Employees
0
EIN
57-0251910
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce

Charleston Metro Chamber of Commerce is a trade / professional association or chamber of commerce in North Charleston, SC whose mission is: Mission: Advance our region's economy, improve our quality of life and enhance our members' success.
Revenue
$4.7m
Assets
$6.3m
Employees
33
EIN
57-0138852
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Greater Columbia Chamber of Commerce

The Columbia Chamber provides the unified voice to our regional business community to create and promote an environment where businesses can flourish.
Revenue
$2.0m
Assets
$941.2k
Employees
18
EIN
57-0144900
IRS type
501(c)(6)

South Carolina Automobile Dealers Association (SCADA)

SCADA provides a wide range of publications, educational opportunities, networking and business improvement services to its Dealer Members to help them excel in a dynamic and ultra-competitive business environment.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$8.0m
Employees
8
EIN
57-0248458
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Carolinas Credit Union League (CCUL)

Established in 2014, the not-for-profit Carolinas Credit Union League unites the former leagues of North Carolina and South Carolina, each begun in 1934 by leaders committed to the cooperative spirit and the common goal of credit union growth.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$6.3m
Employees
35
EIN
56-0340527
IRS type
501(c)(6)

South Carolina Bankers Association

The purpose of the sc Bankers Association shall be: to effectively represent the common interest and welfare of the banking industry in South Carolina; to promote the professional development of its members and their employees; to serve as a reliable and ....
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$7.8m
Employees
8
EIN
57-0248460
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Georgetown County Chamber of Commerce

The Chamber engages in promotional activities for the commercial welfare of Georgetown County serving hundreds of members through business promotion, networking, leadership development, business training, tourism promotion, destination advertising and ope....
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$2.0m
Employees
8
EIN
57-0639395
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Hilton Head Island - Bluffton Chamber of Commerce

Promotes business, industry, and environmental interests of Hilton Head Island and Bluffton through marketing campaigns to attract businesses.
Revenue
$12.5m
Assets
$3.9m
Employees
24
EIN
57-0375569
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Municipal Association of South Carolina

Municipal Association of South Carolina generates annual revenues of $11,398,280 and operates in the business and industry sector from Columbia, SC.
Revenue
$15.6m
Assets
$32.8m
Employees
69
EIN
57-6000743
IRS type
501(c)(4)

South Carolina Association of Certified Public Accountants (SCACPA)

We recognize that our members exist in a constantly changing environment and we will support them as they embrace future opportunities. SCACPA will empower our members to grow professionally.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$3.1m
Employees
11
EIN
57-6022499
IRS type
501(c)(6)

South Carolina Association for Justice (SCAJ)

To serve our members and those they are sworn to protect. We are advocates for those who are harmed by the actions of others no matter how powerful, wealthy or well-connected. We work to uphold and defend the constitutions of our state and nation.
Revenue
$2.1m
Assets
$2.4m
Employees
5
EIN
57-0567773
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Charleston Defense Contractors Association

Charleston's Defense Contractors Association advocates and protects the interests of companies and clients in the defense industry.
Revenue
$1.2m
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
3
EIN
02-0654518
IRS type
501(c)(6)
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