SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Pierre, SD, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
46-0398115
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Pierre, SD, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
46-0398115
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The South Dakota Community Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that primarily focuses on grantmaking within South Dakota, having awarded a total of $39.7 million to 731 grantees in 2024. This funder operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only engagement model and does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in potential funding opportunities can explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
RECEIVE AND ADMINISTER CHARITABLE GIFTS AND PERMANENT ENDOWMENTS PRIMARILY FOR THE BENEFIT OF SOUTH DAKOTANS. WORK WITH DONORS, CHARITIES, AND COMMUNITY LEADERS TO STRENGTEHN PHILANTHROPY IN SOUTH DAKOTA.
Cause Areas
3
Education
Communication media
Foundations
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE NORTHERN PLAINS INC
$12.9M
7%
MITCHELL TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION
$9M
5%
LAKE AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION
$8.2M
4%
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Total No. of Grants
390
Median 1st year grant
$10K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.1K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
No. SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION give?
SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in South Dakota, Texas, and Wyoming. 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 COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded about 390 grants, totaling nearly $39.7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 730 grantees. Recent grantees include BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF THE NORTHERN PLAINS INC, MITCHELL TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION, and LAKE AREA TECHNICAL COLLEGE FOUNDATION. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
SOUTH DAKOTA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.