The Keep South Carolina Beautiful Support Grant, administered by PalmettoPride, is designed to bolster the efforts of certified Keep America Beautiful affiliates across South Carolina. These grants, capped at $15,000, are awarded for a one-year period from December 1 to November 30, and are intended to fund initiatives that address litter reduction and community beautification. The program operates within a structured framework that prioritizes environmental stewardship and civic engagement, reflecting a commitment to sustaining the visual and ecological integrity of South Carolina's shared spaces. Eligibility is strictly limited to Keep America Beautiful affiliate groups that have successfully completed the certification process and remain in good standing. This prerequisite ensures that applicants are embedded within a national network of organizations dedicated to community improvement, and that they possess the organizational capacity to execute funded projects effectively. The grant does not support individual artists or unaffiliated creatives; rather, it invests in collective action through established local entities. The curatorial vision behind this grant is one of tangible, community-driven impact. Funded projects are expected to create and maintain programs that not only reduce litter but also enhance the aesthetic and environmental quality of public areas. While the grant does not prescribe specific artistic disciplines, it aligns with practices that intersect with public space, ecology, and civic pride. Artists and designers working in collaboration with certified affiliates may find opportunities to contribute to beautification efforts, though the grant itself is awarded to the affiliate organization.