The South Dakota Community Foundation aims to simplify philanthropy and maximize charitable contributions' impact within South Dakota. By helping donors leverage tax benefits, managing administrative details, and investing donations wisely, the Foundation seeks to ensure donations support the state's good causes long-term. They manage over $630 million for more than 1,050 endowed funds, offering grants and support to nonprofits, and serving as a philanthropic resource across the state.
The South Dakota Fund Grants program is dedicated to awarding financial support to nonprofit and charitable organizations within South Dakota that are engaged in promoting cultural activities, economic development, educational initiatives, financial literacy, health improvement, and human services. The grants, overseen and distributed by the SDCF Board of Directors, entertain requests typically ranging between $2,000 and $20,000, with occasional exceptions for amounts outside this spectrum based on the project's merits and impacts. The program encourages the submission of Letters of Inquiry throughout the year, promising to provide timely responses to all applicants.