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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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Initiatives
Stories of Generosity
Inspiring stories from donor, community, advisor and nonprofit partners.
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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

Newsletters

Keep up with the latest news, grantmaking, and donor stories.

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Keep up with the latest news, grantmaking and donor stories. SDCF Newsletters

Winter 2025 Newsletter

Highlights include:

2024 Bush Prize: SD Winner Announced
A Promise of Hope with Ty Eschenbaum
Facilitating Philanthropy with Gordon Nielsen
SDCF Elects New Board Members
SD Fund Grants, Beyond Idea Grants, NSA Endowments