SC Arts Commission Grants Programs
This resource list is intended to be a starting point for those organizations looking to begin an employer sponsored benefits program. This list is not an endorsement of any organization, plan, or benefits program. Organizations should seek guidance from appropriate industry professionals as needed.
Managing Employee Benefits
U.S. Small Business Administration
Describes employee benefits as one part of a total compensation package and discusses the proper management of benefits.
Hands on Health, South Carolina
Find local resources on Health Insurance
Health Insurance Sort
Online Health Insurance Comparison
Premier Health Systems
Dee Nash,
803-296-4206
South Carolina Department of Insurance
Frequently Asked Questions About Health Insurance
US Department of Labor
Health Benefits Education for Small Businesses
Compliance Assistance: Health Benefits
Below are websites for state employee benefits providers. SC state government writes their specifications and seeks bids on their benefits.
Blue Cross BlueShield of South Carolina (State Health Plan claims/Medi-Call)
APS Healthcare (State Health Plan Mental Health & Substance Abuse)
BlueChoiceSC (formerly Companion HealthCare)
Return to the Application Guidelines for Incentive Grants for Employer Sponsored Benefits (ESB)