State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) Grants
Application: Feb 22, 2027
grants@scrc.gov
803.851.3356
State-level contact information is provided on the program website.
State Economic and Infrastructure Development (SEID) Grants offer funding for community-driven projects across Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia that strengthen critical infrastructure, support economic growth, and develop community resilience.
Grants support:
- Infrastructure expansion - Roads, bridges, water systems, broadband, and other critical infrastructure needs that support economic growth
- Health and support services - Projects that improve healthcare access, mental health services, and community support programs in Medically Underserved Areas
- Workforce development - Training programs, education initiatives, and skill development to prepare residents for in-demand careers
- Business growth - Support for small business development, entrepreneurship, and initiatives that attract new industries to the region
- Affordable housing access - Projects that increase housing availability, affordability, and quality for residents across the region
- Environmental economic development - Initiatives that protect natural resources, promote sustainable development, and build outdoor recreation and tourism
Eligible applicants:
- State governments of Alabama, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia
- Local governments such as villages, towns, cities, and counties
- Other political subdivisions of states such as regional planning commissions, local economic or community development activities, or a consortium of political subdivisions
- Federally recognized tribes
- Nonprofit organizations described in section 501(c) and 501(a) of the Internal Revenue Code
Award ceiling: $1,000,000
Award floor: $50,000
Project period: Up to 2 years with 2
potential 1-year extensions upon request and approval
Estimated total program funding:
$17,500,000
Match requirement:
- 20% grantee match for projects in SCRC-designated distressed counties
- 50% grantee match for projects in SCRC-designated transitional counties or isolated areas of distress
- 60-90% grantee match for multi-county or multi-state projects, as determined by the match calculator tool
Links to additional guidance, application instructions, and the online application portal are available on the program website.
Follow the 6 steps to apply listed on the program website.
Submit a pre-application by December 14, 2026. Selected applicants will be invited to submit a full proposal, with a deadline of February 22, 2027.
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