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Who We Are
Our Story
Learn how Governor George S. Mickelson's vision shaped who we are today.
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South Dakota is Home
Our Midwest roots ground our organizational culture, and our people are the backbone of all that we do.
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Giving Back
We know you care about South Dakota and want to give back to the communities that gave so much to you.
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Who We Are
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Initiatives
Stories of Generosity
Inspiring stories from donor, community, advisor and nonprofit partners.
Listen and read inspiring stories of generosity.

Regional CSA Gatherings
To connect, inform and network with our community savings account partners
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Celebrating 35 Years
Bringing Philanthropy to Life
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Initiatives
Giving
Your Planned Giving Partner
Are you a financial professional looking for planned giving options for your client?
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Giving Back Matters
If you are interested in giving back, we invite you to search our existing funds to further the mission of charitable causes you care about most.
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Every Dollar Counts
All philanthropy matters—donate and make a difference.
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Giving
Grants
South Dakota Fund
Funding good across the state.
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Beyond Idea Grants
Grant partnership with the Bush Foundation
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Nonprofit Savings Accounts
Sustaining South Dakota nonprofits.
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Grants
Scholarships
SDCF Scholarships
Connecting students with generous donors.
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Build Dakota Scholarship
Build your future. Build Dakota.
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Freedom Scholarship
Helping Students Learn, Live and Work in South Dakota
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Scholarships
Local Impact
What Is a Community Foundation
SDCF is able to help communities thrive through funds invested and managed by a local advisory council.
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Make a Difference
A great way to give back to the community you love is to start a local community foundation.
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Donate to a Local Foundation
Does your hometown have a community foundation? Consider donating.
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Local Impact

Initiatives

Learn about our special initiatives and explore ways to get involved.

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Support our Current Initiatives

We're always looking for new ways to do more through charitable giving in South Dakota. On this page, you will find our current initiatives to do just that. If you see something of interest, please reach out about getting involved.

Community Savings Account Gatherings

Please join us at one of our regional gatherings for SDCF community savings accounts leaders bringing philanthropy to life for a stronger South Dakota.

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Vision 35 Fund

Building stronger South Dakota communities and nonprofits.

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