South Carolina Research Authority’s Tax Credit Program
Keep it here.
Make it matter.
Redirect your state taxes to fund S.C. innovation.
Choose Where Your State Tax Dollars Go
Through South Carolina Research Authority’s Tax Credit Program, you can redirect your state tax dollars to help bring groundbreaking — even lifesaving innovations to market.
That means your tax dollars can do more than pay bills. They can power South Carolina’s innovation economy. View SCRA’s impact and success stories below.
Business owners could also be entitled to a federal tax deduction. Contact us to learn more about the federal tax deduction.
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions about this special tax credit program, please contact Andy Olsen at 803-722-3598 or andy.olsen@scra.org.
It’s Easy!
- Make your contribution online via the button below or write a check payable to “IPF” and mail it to SCRA, 1000 Catawba St, Suite 100, Columbia SC 29201
- Complete a TC36 (SCRA Industry Partnership Fund tax return form) and a SC1040TC (tax credit schedule) form.
- Submit the TC36 and SC1040TC forms when filing your taxes.
SCRA's Impact in South Carolina
$717M
SCRA’s impact on the South Carolina innovation economy in FY25.
3.7K
SCRA operations and programs supported 3,772 S.C.-based jobs in FY25.
$4.7M
SCRA and SC Launch Inc. awarded $4.7M in funds to companies, and academic institutions in FY25.
$91.9K+
The $91,959 average salary of SCRA Companies is
51% higher than the state average.
1.39M
SCRA owns and/or manages over 1.39 million square feet of research, lab, collaboration, and office space.
$3B
SCRA companies have received a total of $3B in follow-on funding since the inception of SC Launch Inc. in 2006.
Benefits of the Program
Benefits Beyond the SC Tax Credit
- Making a real difference in the quality of life for South Carolinians and beyond!
- Cash-flow savings
- Recognition on the SCRA website, annual report and other venues as an innovation economy leader
- Invitations to SCRA-hosted events throughout the year
- Numerous other benefits
We look forward to partnering with you to benefit South Carolina’s innovation economy. Learn more and view the prospectus.
SCRA’s Success Stories
Bubble Paper
Bubble Paper, a SC Launch Inc. Portfolio Company, was developed to push the limits of paper and deliver an eco-friendly cushioning wrap that’s both versatile and super effective. From cushioning to thermal protection, this is a novel solution.
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Heartbeat Technologies
Heartbeat Technologies, a SCRA Member Company, has invented The SAVER, a device aimed at improving cardiac arrest outcomes. The SAVER improves CPR performance and confidence by increasing blood pressure providing real-time feedback on CPR effectiveness.
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Humimic Medical
Humimic Medical, an SCRA Member Company, is an industry leader in high-grade medical products. Their first invention, the ballistic gel, is best known for setting the standard for durability, quality, and reusability in synthetic medical gelatins.
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PulManage
PulManage, a SCRA Member Company, is a remote patient monitoring platform that provides connectivity between patients and providers to help better manage pulmonary health.
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Trane Technologies/IoTCo
IoTco, a SCRA Member Company, collaborated with TRANE Technologies to implement predictive maintenance A.I. technologies in their Columbia, SC plant on critical assets and components including press machines, motors, and fans.
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Victory ExoFibres
Victory ExoFibres, a SCRA Member Company, is a Clemson University-based start-up company, focused on the utilization of patented capillary-channeled polymer (CCP) fibers and films to efficiently isolate exosomes from body fluids.
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Your donation today creates a stronger South Carolina. Will you become a driving force for innovation?
QUESTIONS?
If you have questions about this special tax credit program, please contact Andy Owens at 803-722-3598 or andy.olsen@scra.org.