SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION
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The South Dakota State University Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that primarily focuses on funding initiatives within South Dakota, having paid out a total of $51.6 million in grants in 2024. This foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it engages in a relationship-based approach, granting funds by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
UNITING THE DREAMS OF OUR STUDENTS, UNIVERSITY, AND DONORS TO BUILD A BETTER SDSU.
Cause Areas
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Education
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
DAKOTA BIOWORX
$7.3M
2%
South Dakota State University Alumni Association
$1.9M
< 1%
THE EMMERICH FOUNDATION CHARITABLE TRUST
$1.1M
< 1%
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Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION?
No. SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION give?
SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in South Dakota, Indiana, and California. 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 SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION fall in the above $10 million range. The median first-year grant is about $26 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION awarded about 3 grants, totaling nearly $51.6 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include DAKOTA BIOWORX, South Dakota State University Alumni Association, and THE EMMERICH FOUNDATION CHARITABLE TRUST. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION?
SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.