Program details reviewed November 2026By telephone: (800) 555-0100
South Carolina Down Payment AssistanceA careful guide for first-time buyers in the Palmetto State
A note on timingPalmetto Heroes is closed for 2026 and no 2027 dates are announced. The year-round SC Housing Homebuyer Program still offers $10,000 in forgivable down payment help.Review my eligibility

Palmetto Heroes

The professions eligible in South Carolina

The 2026 Palmetto Heroes list covered educators, licensed medical professionals, firefighters and EMS, law enforcement and correctional officers, and military. If you fit, you can get ready for a 2027 round or use the year-round programs now, which have no job requirement.

  • Educators

    South Carolina teachers, librarians and counselors: Palmetto Heroes is closed for 2026, but $10,000 forgivable DPA is still available year-round.

  • Licensed medical professionals

    CNAs, LPNs, RNs, therapists and techs in South Carolina: where Palmetto Heroes stands for 2027 and the $10,000 forgivable DPA open now.

  • Firefighters, EMTs and paramedics

    SC firefighters (including volunteers), EMTs and paramedics: Palmetto Heroes is closed for 2026. Here's the $10,000 forgivable DPA you can use now.

  • Law enforcement and correctional officers

    SC police, DNR, TSA, parole and correctional officers: Palmetto Heroes status for 2027 and year-round $10,000 forgivable DPA from SC Housing.

  • Military and veterans

    Active duty, veterans and SC Guard reservists: Palmetto Heroes is closed for 2026. Pair a VA loan with $10,000 forgivable DPA year-round.

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