News

Weather Notice

10/02/15

Due to inclement weather and flooding, Palmetto CAP's main offices at 1069 and 1071 King Street will be closed for business until Monday, October 5th.

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GEAP Notice

10/01/15

The General Emergency Assistance Program has expended all funds allocated for the residents of Dorchester and Charleston Counties.  Appointments to apply for this program will...

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SYW’s Job Site Selection

09/25/15

Palmetto CAP is currently selecting sites to host Summer Youth Works! 2016 employees.  If your business/church/non-profit/government agency/store/doctor's office would like to give a student their...

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2016 MOU’s

08/05/15

Current Partners:  Please remember to sign and return your 2016 MOUs by August 19th.  If you have any questions, please contact Reba Hough-Martin at 843-300-3972...

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Dorchester County

07/31/15

Dorchester County residents in need of rent assistance are asked to call the 2-1-1 Hotline as all funds for that program have currently been expended.

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Resource Guide Update

07/14/15

Update your organization's entry in the 2015 Help Wanted Community Resource Guide here:  https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/resourceguideupdate

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Asset
Building

This department provides financial literacy classes, one-on-one budgeting sources, free VITA tax preparation and housing stability.

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Asset Building

Employment
& Education

The mission of this program is to increase self-sufficiency and develop strategies to ensure a better quality of life through employment and educational opportunities for both youth and adults.

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Employment & Education

Housing

Palmetto CAP’s General Emergency Assistance Program (or GEAP) provides financial assistance to households who have encountered an unexpected financial hardship including rental assistance to avoid eviction. Assistance is provided once every 24 months.

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Housing

Outreach &
Temporary Assistance

By providing temporary assistance with food, water and shelter, Palmetto CAP’s Outreach department provides vital services to address citizens’ most basic needs. Being able to meet basic needs is the foundation of financial stability.

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Outreach & Temporary Assistance

Schedule an
Appointment

Palmetto Community Action Partnership is currently accepting appointments for the programs. Eligibility for all programs is subject to program calendars, fund availability, appointment availability, verifiable household income and family size.

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Schedule an Appointment

Required
Documents

List of documents that are required, in addition to other eligibility requirements, to complete an application for Palmetto CAP services.

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Required Documents