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South Carolina
These resources – like the public health crisis itself – are constantly evolving and are only current as to the date of publication. This page was last updated on August 4, 2020.
For more up-to-date information on the relief programs available in South Carolina, we recommend that you visit the Governor's Executive Orders, the Department of Commerce website or the Department of Health and Environment Control's COVID-19 resources.
Food-Related Relief Programs
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SNAP COVID-19 Response Waivers
This section of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act (the “FFCRA”) makes it easier to obtain nutritional assistance. The Act lifts certain requirements for low-income, unemployed individuals to be eligible for Supplemental Nutrition … » more information -
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students (MEALS) Act
The Maintaining Essential Access to Lunch for Students Act (the “MEALS Act”) seeks to ensure students have access to school meal benefits while schools are closed because of COVID-19. Enacted as part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act … » more information -
Emergency Restrictions Regarding Restaurant Operations
After a phased reopening of restaurants and other food vendors, the Governor has issued an order limiting and regulating restaurant operations in several ways. Pursuant to Executive Order 2020-50: … » more information -
Farm-Fresh Food—List of Farms and Businesses Offering Delivery, On-Farm Pickups, and Other Options
The South Carolina Department of Agriculture has compiled a list of local farms and businesses offering delivery, on-farm pickup, and other options for South Carolinians to find local farm-fresh food during the COVID-19 pandemic while observing … » more information -
Free Meal Programs for School Children and Internet Access for Rural Children
In light of school closures, certain facilities have been authorized to serve free school meals to eligible students. Certain School Food Authorities have received waivers authorizing the delivery of up to five days’ worth of food per child at a … » more information -
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
South Carolina’s SNAP program provides nutrition assistance for low income households. Recipients of SNAP benefits will be issued an Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) card, which they can use to purchase eligible foods. While no specific guidance … » more information -
Temporary Assistance for Needy Families
South Carolina provides Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) to eligible families. TANF provides cash benefits to eligible families. While no specific guidance has been provided for those affected by COVID-19, individuals and families … » more information -
Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Nutrition Assistance
WIC is a food assistance program for women, infants, and young children. WIC provides money in the form of vouchers to buy healthy foods, and also provides nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals for health care. » more information -
Feeding America
In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, the Feeding America network of food banks has added mobile pantry stops and is implementing drive-through food pickup and delivery options. Feeding America has also established the COVID-19 Response Fund to help … » more information -
Mon Ami
Mon Ami is a non-profit organization that matches seniors with local volunteers who visit them weekly. In response to the COVID-19 outbreak, Mon Ami is offering seniors nationwide social visits by phone or video. Additionally, Mon Ami is providing … » more information
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