South Dakota Community Foundation

Don Roby: Strengthening South Dakota Communities Growing up in Watertown, Don Roby experienced firsthand the sense of community that makes small-town South Dakota special. Surrounded by family, friends and endless neighborhood activities, he developed a deep appreciation for the values that shaped him. That appreciation drives his commitment to giving back—helping ensure others have access to the same opportunities he did. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gAa_G5Uz #SouthDakota #CommunityBuilding #LocalLeadership #GivingBack #StrengtheningCommunities

We are proud to showcase the impactful work of the Harding County Community Foundation (HCCF)! ?? Established in November 2022, thanks to a generous $100,000 challenge gift from the remarkable Jim and Janice Clarkson, this foundation exemplifies the kindness and strength of the Harding County community. ?? Join Jim Clarkson and HCCF President Billy Clanton as they engage with SDCF Director for Foundation Relations, Beth Massa, to discuss the significant influence of HCCF. ?? In this episode, you will learn: - The journey of establishing HCCF - The transformative changes HCCF has initiated in their community from day one - The distinct challenges of supporting a rural community spread across a vast area. As Jim Clarkson aptly states, “Philanthropy is a lot more than giving money—philanthropy is caring for your fellow citizens.” ?? Don’t miss it, check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gX98Nhy8 #HardingCounty #Philanthropy #CommunityImpact #NonProfit

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2025 Winter Newsletter Available Online 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 https://lnkd.in/gbY2FNue Ty Eschenbaum Foundation #WinterNewsletter #Philanthropy #CommunityImpact #NonProfitNews #BushPrize

We’re excited to share the State of the South Dakota Community Foundation 2025 recording is now available! Here are some of the highlights: - Board Member Updates - Grantmaking News - Scholarship Program Updates - Development Update - Financial Update - Washington Update Find a preview below and the full recording here: https://lnkd.in/gHH3EXCu ?? #SouthDakota #Grantmaking #NonprofitNews #ScholarshipUpdates #Philanthropy #FundingOpportunities

?? We're Growing – Join Our Team! ?? SDCF is growing, and we're looking for talented individuals to help us make a lasting impact across the state! ?? Front Office Administrator – Provide essential administrative and data management support to our Executive Team and staff. New Positions! ?? Operations Manager – Lead strategic initiatives, streamline processes, and enhance organizational effectiveness. ?? Affiliate Fund Coordinator – Manage and support affiliate fund partnerships, ensuring seamless communication and compliance. ?? All positions are based in Pierre, SD ?? Full-time opportunities with a mission-driven team Ready to make a difference? Apply today! ?? https://lnkd.in/ejXSGxy2 #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #CommunityImpact #NonprofitJobs #SouthDakotaJobs

Congratulations on 10 years to Beth Massa, SDCF Director of Foundation Relations! Thank you for your dedication to our donors, nonprofits and community partners. We are grateful to have your years of experience in fundraising on our team. Beth is responsible for building, managing and maintaining relationships and events in support of the SDCF’s many programs and grant initiatives. Based out of Rapid City, she brings together stakeholders throughout western South Dakota to address issues by implementing local solutions. She enjoys working with donors, professional advisors and nonprofit partners to make charitable visions a reality. Beth grew up at Fort Meade/Sturgis and graduated from Texas Lutheran University. She is a graduate of Leadership South Dakota and earned the CFRE certification in 2019. Prior to her work with the SDCF, she held leadership positions with Lutheran Social Services of South Dakota, Native American Environmental and the McKie Automotive Group. https://lnkd.in/gQ-mj_RR

We're Hiring! South Dakota Community Foundation is looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented Front Office Administrator to join our team! This role provides direct support to our Executive Team and staff, ensuring smooth daily operations and excellent service to our donors and partners. If you’re organized, proficient in Microsoft Office, and have strong communication skills, we’d love to hear from you! ?? ?? Location: Pierre, South Dakota ?? Full-time position ?? Learn more & apply today: https://lnkd.in/gkHzggzW #Hiring #JobOpening #FrontOfficeAdministrator #SouthDakotaJobs #PierreSD

Don Roby: Strengthening South Dakota Communities Growing up in Watertown, Don Roby experienced firsthand the sense of community that makes small-town South Dakota special. Surrounded by family, friends and endless neighborhood activities, he developed a deep appreciation for the values that shaped him. That appreciation drives his commitment to giving back—helping ensure others have access to the same opportunities he did. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gAa_G5Uz #SouthDakota #CommunityBuilding #LocalLeadership #GivingBack #StrengtheningCommunities

We’re excited to share how the Harding County Community Foundation (HCCF) is making a difference! ?? Established in November 2022 thanks to a generous $100,000 challenge gift from the amazing Jim and Janice Clarkson, this foundation is a true reflection of the kindness and strength of the Harding County community. ?? Join Jim Clarkson and HCCF President Billy Clanton as they chat with SDCF Director for Foundation Relations, Beth Massa, about the wonderful impact of HCCF. ?? In this episode, you’ll discover: - The journey of creating HCCF - The positive changes HCCF has brought to their community since day one - The unique challenges of supporting a rural community spread out across a large area. As Jim Clarkson beautifully puts it, “Philanthropy is a lot more than giving money—philanthropy is caring for your fellow citizens.” ?? Check it out here: https://lnkd.in/gX98Nhy8