To generate funds through the sale of donated items and distribute those funds to local nonprofit organizations that assist those most in need in the Summerville community.
Second Chance Shop uses proceeds from donated-item sales to fund local nonprofits that serve people in need in the Summerville community. The grant pattern shows a strong emphasis on operating support for service providers working on food security, homelessness, abuse response, and basic-needs relief. Meals on Wheels of Summerville received multiple large awards, including $56,000 in 2023 for operating expenses and the weekend meal program for one year, followed by additional $50,000 awards in 2024 and 2025. Doors to Freedom also appears repeatedly, with grants of $55,000 in 2024, $45,000 in 2025, and $27,000 in 2023. That repeated support points to a funder relationship built around sustaining local organizations over time rather than isolated project-only gifts. The foundation’s active programs include competitive community grants and a voucher program that gives $20 shopping vouchers through partner organizations, linking charitable giving to direct material assistance. Its stated purpose is to distribute funds to local nonprofit organizations that assist those most in need in the Summerville community.
Food-related needs are a clear focus. Meals on Wheels of Summerville received $56,000 in 2023 for operating expenses and the weekend meal program for one year, then $50,000 in 2024 and $50,000 in 2025 for operating expenses. In community food production, Katie’s Krops received $14,000 in 2023 for organization expenses and sponsorship of the flagship garden, and another $25,000 in 2024 and $25,000 in 2025 for operating expenses. The foundation also backs direct poverty-relief and emergency-support groups. Dorchester County Community Outreach received $50,000 in 2024 for operating expenses and $33,000 in 2023 for operating expenses, while HELP of Summeville received $28,000 in 2023 for operating expenses. Housing- and abuse-related services also appear in the grant list, including Doors to Freedom and Keys to Change, both funded for operating expenses.
Second Chance Shop’s typical grant size is $14,000 at the 25th percentile, $28,000 at the median, and $50,000 at the 75th percentile. The recent grants show repeated support to the same organizations across multiple years, especially Meals on Wheels of Summerville, Doors to Freedom, Dorchester County Community Outreach, and Katie’s Krops. Most awards are for operating expenses rather than restricted project costs. The foundation also runs a voucher program with $20 vouchers distributed through partner organizations, alongside competitive community support awards. Its 990 profile lists no funding to individuals and no program-related investments.
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Most grants fall between $14K and $50K, with a median of $28K.
25th Percentile
$14K
Median
$28K
75th Percentile
$50K
CATHY ELKINS
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Grantmaking is entirely local and entirely in South Carolina, with 100% of grants going to recipients in the home state. The recipient list is concentrated in Summerville and nearby Charleston-area organizations. Summerville-based grantees include Meals on Wheels of Summerville, Doors to Freedom, Dorchester County Community Outreach, Katie’s Krops, Expanding the Table, Hearts for Summerville, and Dorchester Seniors Inc. A Charleston-area recipient appears as Magdaene House of Charleston. The country distribution is all U.S. grants.
It funds local nonprofit organizations serving people in need in the Summerville community, with active grant programs covering community support awards and $20 voucher distribution. The recent grant list shows support for food security, homelessness services, victims of abuse, poverty relief, senior services, and education services.
The foundation’s typical grant size is $14,000 at the 25th percentile, $28,000 at the median, and $50,000 at the 75th percentile. Recent awards range from $10,000 to $56,000.
No. All 17 recent grants went to U.S. recipients, and 100% of grants were given to organizations in South Carolina. The recipient list is concentrated in Summerville and the Charleston-area region.
Most recent awards are for operating expenses. Examples in the grant list include multiple operating-support grants to Meals on Wheels of Summerville, Doors to Freedom, Dorchester County Community Outreach, and Katie’s Krops, along with one grant for the weekend meal program and one for the flagship garden.
Second Chance Shop partners with Summerville-area nonprofit and service organizations to distribute $20 shopping vouchers to individuals and families in need. The vouchers are redeemed at the thrift shop for essential clothing, home goods, and other items at no cost.
2026
Source: IRS Form 990-PF, fiscal year 2026.
Current and upcoming funding from Second Chance Shop that your nonprofit may be able to apply for.
Who can apply: Open to Summerville-area nonprofit or service organizations interested in partnering to distribute vouchers to individuals and families in need.
Deadline: Not specified; program appears ongoing and intended for Summerville-area partners.
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Most recent grants reported to the IRS.
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year | Purpose |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MEALS ON WHEELS OF SUMMERVILLE INC | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $50,000 | 2026 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| KEYS TO CHANGE | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $45,000 | 2026 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| DOORS TO FREEDOM | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $45,000 | 2026 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| KATIE'S KROPS | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $25,000 | 2026 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| EXPANDING THE TABLE | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $20,000 | 2026 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| HEARTS FOR SUMMERVILLE | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $15,000 | 2026 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| DORCHESTER SENIORS INC | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $12,000 | 2026 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| MEALS ON WHEELS OF SUMMERVILLE INC | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $50,000 | 2025 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| DOORS TO FREEDOM | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $45,000 | 2025 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| KEYS TO CHANGE | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $45,000 | 2025 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| KATIE'S KROPS | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $25,000 | 2025 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| EXPANDING THE TABLE | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $12,500 | 2025 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| HEARTS FOR SUMMERVILLE | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $12,500 | 2025 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| DORCHESTER SENIORS INC | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $10,000 | 2025 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| MAGDAENE HOUSE OF CHARLESTON | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $10,000 | 2025 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| DOORS TO FREEDOM | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $55,000 | 2024 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| DORCHESTER COUNTY COMMUNITY OUTREACH | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $50,000 | 2024 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| MEALS ON WHEELS OF SUMMERVILLE INC | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $50,000 | 2024 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| KATIE'S KROPS | SUMMERVILLE, SC | $25,000 | 2024 | OPERATING EXPENSES |
| Meals on Wheels of Summerville Inc | Summerville, SC | $56,000 | 2023 | Operating expenses and funding of the weekend meal program for 1 year. |
| Dorchester County Community Outreach | Summervile, SC | $33,000 | 2023 | Operating expenses |
| HELP of Summeville | Summervile, SC | $28,000 | 2023 | Operating expenses |
| Doors to Freedom | Summerville, SC | $27,000 | 2023 | Operating Expenses |
| Katies Krops | Summerville, SC | $14,000 | 2023 | Organization expenses and sponsorship of the flagship garden |
MEALS ON WHEELS OF SUMMERVILLE INC
$50,000OPERATING EXPENSES
KEYS TO CHANGE
$45,000OPERATING EXPENSES
KATIE'S KROPS
$25,000OPERATING EXPENSES
EXPANDING THE TABLE
$20,000OPERATING EXPENSES
HEARTS FOR SUMMERVILLE
$15,000OPERATING EXPENSES
DORCHESTER SENIORS INC
$12,000OPERATING EXPENSES
MEALS ON WHEELS OF SUMMERVILLE INC
$50,000OPERATING EXPENSES
KEYS TO CHANGE
$45,000OPERATING EXPENSES
KATIE'S KROPS
$25,000OPERATING EXPENSES
EXPANDING THE TABLE
$12,500OPERATING EXPENSES
HEARTS FOR SUMMERVILLE
$12,500OPERATING EXPENSES
DORCHESTER SENIORS INC
$10,000OPERATING EXPENSES
MAGDAENE HOUSE OF CHARLESTON
$10,000OPERATING EXPENSES
DORCHESTER COUNTY COMMUNITY OUTREACH
$50,000OPERATING EXPENSES
MEALS ON WHEELS OF SUMMERVILLE INC
$50,000OPERATING EXPENSES
KATIE'S KROPS
$25,000OPERATING EXPENSES
Meals on Wheels of Summerville Inc
$56,000Operating expenses and funding of the weekend meal program for 1 year.
Dorchester County Community Outreach
$33,000Operating expenses
HELP of Summeville
$28,000Operating expenses
Katies Krops
$14,000Organization expenses and sponsorship of the flagship garden