South Dakota Community Programs Funding via U.S. Bank Foundation
South Dakota nonprofits running community development, housing, workforce, or arts programs can access funding through U.S. Bank Foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program. 501(c)(3) organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple pillars like work, home, and play, may support autism-related services within broader community initiatives.
US Bancorp Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in South Dakota
South Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs can seek funding that may support autism-related initiatives. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, Creag Foundation invites organizations with at least one year of 501(c)(3) status to submit a letter of inquiry for potential invitation-only grants.
Creag Foundation
Youth Development Grants for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits serving children and youth worldwide, including South Dakota, can apply for the DanPaul Foundation’s funding to support health, education, development, and welfare programs; awards up to US $15,000. Organizations offering enrichment, early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness or poverty services, or refugee support may be eligible, including autism-related initiatives fitting these priorities.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Scalable Impact
Early-stage nonprofit and impact-first for-profit organizations addressing major social or environmental challenges can access funding and support that may benefit autism-focused programs in South Dakota through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation; awards up to US $300,000 for scalable, systems-based solutions. Grants include multi-year capital plus intensive capacity-building and community connections for ventures serving underserved populations.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment programs serving mostly economically underserved communities in South Dakota and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions that may benefit autism-related education or life-skills initiatives.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
South Dakota organizations running safety, education, or community development programs can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation. Eligible applicants include 501(c)(3) nonprofits, educational institutions, government programs, and volunteer fire companies working on issues like community safety, STEM and K-12 education, job readiness, housing, and food insecurity; autism-related initiatives within these areas may be eligible.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in South Dakota
South Dakota cultural nonprofits with strong arts or science programming can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) institutions such as museums, theaters, symphonies, and arts schools may be eligible, including those offering STEAM education or arts experiences that complement autism-related or neurodiversity-focused programs.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
South Dakota Social Service Funding via Hearst Foundation
South Dakota nonprofits providing direct social services that address chronic poverty and economic hardship can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for program, capital, or general support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million and strong, scalable results in areas like housing, food access, youth development, or reentry services may be eligible for grants over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
South Dakota Community Health Funding via Labcorp
South Dakota nonprofits and other 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services can access funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation to support programs such as healthcare access, food pantries, STEM education, and wellness initiatives. Autism service providers may be eligible if their work fits these priorities and serves local communities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants in South Dakota
Organizations serving urban low-income children and youth in South Dakota with education, health, or family economic stability projects can apply for more than US $50,000 from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation; awards support project delivery or scaling. Eligible applicants include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other mission-aligned entities working within the foundation’s focus areas.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community and Education Funding for Charities from Roche
Charitable organizations running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts initiatives can apply for Roche’s Corporate Donations and Philanthropy program, including projects in South Dakota. Focused on broad social impact, Roche invites accredited charities to propose innovative, high-quality projects; autism-related programs that fit these priorities may be eligible through local affiliate offices.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations supporting health, education, or disaster relief can seek funding to serve marginalized communities in South Dakota and worldwide. Semnani Family Foundation provides support for programs such as healthcare access, pediatric and women’s health, disability services, literacy, and human and social services; autism-focused initiatives that fit these priorities may be eligible.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Autism
With a mission to strengthen charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides South Dakota autism and related nonprofits with flexible project or program support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations whose funded activities occur within the country, including autism-focused services, education, or research, may be eligible to apply.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Bank of America Support for Community Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Dakota seeking support for community-focused programs can apply for sponsorship funding that advances economic mobility and social progress. Bank of America Foundation supports initiatives such as basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environment, and diversity and inclusion, which may include autism-related services within these priorities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
South Dakota Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Non-sectarian human and social service nonprofits supporting disadvantaged people can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants, including organizations in South Dakota. With a mission to help people become self-reliant, Gupta Family Foundation provides US $5,000 - US $250,000 for smaller organizations in select countries, which may include autism-related programs that meet its criteria.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Support for Community Programs
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits can apply for Cowles Charitable Trust grants of up to US $10,000 to support arts, education, social justice, health, ethical journalism, and climate research, including general operating costs. Organizations in Downstate New York and South Florida are prioritized, but mission-aligned autism programs in South Dakota may also be eligible as occasional national efforts.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit organizations and aligned for-profits working in preservation, education, or wellness, including South Dakota autism and mental health programs, can seek the J.W. Couch Foundation Storytelling Grant to share their impact. This U.S.-wide opportunity offers more than US $50,000 to help capture and communicate transformational community stories through compelling media and narratives.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Southern Human Services Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
South Dakota autism and disability-serving nonprofits can access funding through the Robinson Foundation for programs that relieve hardship, such as education, medical assistance, family support, or poverty relief. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) public charities active for more than three years, seeking single-year program support and primarily serving communities below the Mason-Dixon line.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Community Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding in South Dakota may be eligible for funding that supports their charitable programs. Focused on broad social and environmental impact, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites applicants whose work could benefit autistic individuals within these areas.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Family Services Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations in South Dakota can seek funding for basic needs, at-risk youth education and workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. The TJX Foundation supports community-based services for vulnerable children and families; autism-focused nonprofits may be eligible if their programs align with these priorities.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for South Dakota Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides South Dakota nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $20,000 for museums, cultural and performing arts, education, health facilities, environmental and wildlife protection, and community-based services. U.S.-based IRS-qualified organizations, including those offering autism-related education, life skills, or disability support programs, may be strong candidates for this funding.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Services
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Dakota working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs can apply for Ameriprise Financial Community Grants. Focus areas include hunger relief, shelters and supportive housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, and community development, which may benefit autism-serving organizations that address these broader needs.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Autism
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
South Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits running education, health care, social service, or related programs, including autism services, can seek project funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help organizations across the U.S. with innovative, practical initiatives; typical awards range from US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one year of support.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Community Services
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community services such as economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief in South Dakota can seek project, operating, or capital support. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S. community-focused nonprofits, including those whose autism programs address poverty, health access, literacy, or related needs.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Autism
Applications due May 1, 2027
South Dakota autism and youth-serving nonprofits can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation to support programs for underserved youth, families, and communities. Grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 back initiatives in education, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship; eligible applicants must be 501(c)(3) organizations or international equivalents.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Grants for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in South Dakota that lead strong, replicable community partnerships may be eligible for Mutual of America Foundation’s national Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors collaborations tackling significant social issues, so autism-focused nonprofits with robust cross-sector partnerships could gain recognition and support for their community-impact models.
Mutual Of America Foundation