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South Carolina arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

There are 1,536arts, culture, and humanities organizations in South Carolina. Combined, these South Carolinianarts, culture, and humanities nonprofitsemploy 4,460 people, earn more than $336 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $899 million.
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Types of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in South Carolina

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Performing arts organizations
468
$145,488,582
Arts and culture promoting and producing organizations
328
$41,648,088
Historical societies and organizations
290
$43,057,489
Museums
134
$66,665,885
Music festival and event organizations
102
$8,797,141
Cultural and ethnic awareness organizations
98
$5,530,794
Theaters
96
$30,739,306
History museums
66
$17,464,230
Media production and publishing organizations
50
$24,763,652
Dance organizations
49
$2,856,357
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Arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits by major South Carolina cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Columbia, SC
318
$46,301,599
Charleston, SC
298
$119,181,384
Greenville, SC
263
$85,331,655
Hilton Head Island
111
$20,605,854
Spartanburg
80
$25,051,706
Charlotte, NC
79
$15,358,276
Myrtle Beach
77
$4,370,000
Augusta, GA
63
$3,492,374
Florence, SC
53
$3,953,080
Sumter
39
$2,323,506
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Job trends for South Carolina arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
156
1-10
117
11-25
30
26-100
27
101 to 1,000
12
1,000+
0
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Sizes of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in South Carolina

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
421
$250k to $1M
118
$1M to $5M
51
$5M to $25M
13
$25M to $100M
1
$100M+
0
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Directory of arts, culture, and humanities nonprofits in South Carolina

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International African American Museum (IAAM)

IAAM aims to re-center South Carolina's place in global history, illuminating its pivotal role in the development of the international slave trade and the Civil War.
Revenue
$11.9m
Assets
$63.9m
Employees
35
EIN
20-3398254
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Historic Charleston Foundation

We are dedicated to preserving and protecting the historical, architectural and cultural character of Charleston and its historic environs, and to educating the public about Charleston's history and the benefits that are derived from preservation.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$33.5m
Employees
130
EIN
57-6000599
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Peace Center

The Peace Center presents the world's finest performers, provides arts education and outreach, and supports local arts organizations. These efforts further the cultural advancement, arts appreciation, and economic development in their region.
Revenue
$42.8m
Assets
$117.7m
Employees
204
EIN
57-0811297
IRS type
501(c)(3)

ETV Endowment of South Carolina (ETV)

The ETV Endowment is a nonprofit that provides funding for programming on ETV and SC Public Radio, South Carolina's public broadcasting stations.
Revenue
$14.0m
Assets
$38.2m
Employees
25
EIN
57-0657549
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Spoleto Festival USA

Spoleto Festival USA offers high-caliber performing arts, dedication to young artists, and passion for innovation through socially distanced and virtual performances.
Revenue
$9.6m
Assets
$19.2m
Employees
336
EIN
57-0660848
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Columbia Museum of Art (CMA)

CMA is an art museum in Columbia, SC whose mission is: CMA's mission to educate, enrich, and inspire the community and visitors to our state.
Revenue
$6.5m
Assets
$19.6m
Employees
97
EIN
57-6007869
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Gibbes Museum of Art

Gibbes Museum of Art collects and preserves Charleston's art, enhances lives through engagement with enduring quality art, and provides cultural experiences.
Revenue
$7.2m
Assets
$22.2m
Employees
29
EIN
57-0323047
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Footlight Players

Footlight Players is a community theatre in Charleston, SC, offering quality and affordable live entertainment and a home for artists.
Revenue
$8.1m
Assets
$8.2m
Employees
17
EIN
57-0357961
IRS type
501(c)(3)

National Educational Telecommunications

National Educational Telecommunications shares resources to advance public broadcasting through professional development, support services, and information exchange.
Revenue
$5.9m
Assets
$2.9m
Employees
61
EIN
57-6035634
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Congressional Medal of Honor Museum FDT

Fundraising for the National Medal of Honor Leadership and Education Center, including program design. Located in Mt Pleasant, SC.
Revenue
$5.2m
Assets
$7.1m
Employees
0
EIN
47-1402327
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charleston Symphony Orchestra (CSO)

The Charleston Symphony Orchestra's mission is to inspire and engage our community through exceptional musical performances and educational programs.
Revenue
$5.4m
Assets
$9.7m
Employees
334
EIN
57-6000192
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Charleston Gaillard Management Corporation

Charleston's Gaillard Management Corp sells tickets, manages events and venues, and provides technical support for performances.
Revenue
$10.0m
Assets
$9.7m
Employees
230
EIN
46-3018925
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Cultural and Heritage Commission

CHM preserves and communicates natural and cultural histories of Carolina Piedmont, inspiring lifetime learning through educational programs and special events.
Revenue
$6.2m
Assets
$5.9m
Employees
89
EIN
23-7257020
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Allegro Charter School of Music

Innovative public charter school in N Charleston, SC. Infuses music into a rigorous education and prepares students for future careers with modern technology.
Revenue
$5.7m
Assets
$5.7m
Employees
63
EIN
47-2167782
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Coastal Discovery Museum

To communicate to its members and to the general public the significance of the cultural and environmental heritage of the lowcountry; to provide educational programming to residents of and visitors to hilton head, sc.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$8.6m
Employees
13
EIN
57-0801415
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Newberry Opera House

Preserves and operates Newberry Opera House performing arts center, offering 150 shows annually to enhance economic and cultural development.
Revenue
$2.3m
Assets
$5.7m
Employees
25
EIN
57-0964360
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Historic Columbia Foundation

Preserves and shares the history of Columbia and Richland County through advocacy, partnerships, and education.
Revenue
$2.8m
Assets
$4.3m
Employees
61
EIN
57-6020250
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Greenville Symphony Association

The Association supports a symphonic orchestra in Greenville, sc for the purpose of promoting & improving the education & cultural development of the city & the surrounding area through the presentation of live orchestral performances.
Revenue
$2.7m
Assets
$2.6m
Employees
194
EIN
57-0447452
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Charleston Museum

Charleston Museum educates about Lowcountry history through exhibits, preservation, and research; boasts significant collection with 297k+ objects.
Revenue
$3.2m
Assets
$22.8m
Employees
68
EIN
57-6000318
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Hilton Head Symphony Orchestra (HHSO)

To inspire and enrich the lives of our citizens and visitors through the performance of outstanding music, educational programs and community partnerships.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$2.3m
Employees
156
EIN
57-0761297
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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