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Est.

1973

Latest Fiscal Year

Not available

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses on supporting initiatives within South Dakota. With a total of $1.5M in grants paid in 2025 to just two grantees, this funder operates on a relationship-based engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals, making grants by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with this organization can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

The Friends of SDPB supports the mission of SDPB through effective advocacy and fundraising from our members, donors and corporate partners.
Total Funding Given
$1.5M
2025
Grantees funded
2
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$70.4K
Median 2nd year grant
$56.8K
R
Ryan Howlett
Board Member
L
Laura Peterson
Board Member
T
Tamara Pier
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting?
No. Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting give?
Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting primarily gives to organizations located in South Dakota. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting fall in the $1 million to $5 million range. The median first-year grant is about $70 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting make each year?
In 2025, Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $1.5 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting fund recently?
In 2025, Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting awarded grants to about 2 grantees. Recent grantees include SOUTH DAKOTA HIGH SCHOOL ACTIVITIES ASSOCIATION and UNIVERSITY OF SIOUX FALLS. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting?
Friends of South Dakota Public Broadcasting does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.