South Dakota Music Education Funding via U.S. Bank Foundation
South Dakota music education and arts nonprofits can access funding through U.S. Bank Foundation to support community arts, youth music programs, and cultural initiatives. 501(c)(3) organizations in designated U.S. Bank communities, especially those led by people of color and advancing equity across work, home, and play, may be prioritized for support.
US Bancorp Foundation
Creag Foundation Innovation Grants in South Dakota
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in South Dakota can seek support to develop or expand their work. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, the Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations to inquire, which may include groups integrating music education into broader community or human services initiatives.
Creag Foundation
Youth Development Grants for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) organizations worldwide, including those in South Dakota, can apply for the DanPaul Foundation’s youth-focused grants, awarding up to US $15,000 for programs serving children’s health, education, development, and welfare. Music education initiatives that enrich youth or support underprivileged or refugee children may be eligible if they align with these priorities.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Startups
Early-stage social impact organizations working on scalable education or arts initiatives in South Dakota can access funding and support that may benefit music education programs. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help nonprofits and impact-first for-profits grow innovative solutions for underserved communities, offering up to US $300,000 plus intensive capacity-building and community over three years.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience projects serving mostly economically underserved communities in South Dakota and worldwide may be eligible for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage solutions rather than ongoing operations or events.
Cisco Systems Foundation
Community Safety and Education Grants from State Farm
South Dakota music education and youth-serving organizations can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation for programs that advance safety, education, or community development. Eligible applicants include educational institutions, government programs aligned with these focus areas, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies across the U.S., including South Dakota.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Arts Grants in South Dakota
South Dakota cultural and arts-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support impactful arts and science programming. South Dakota music education organizations may be eligible if they offer substantial arts education, artist development, or STEAM programs serving broad U.S. audiences, through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
South Dakota Social Service Funding via Hearst Foundation
South Dakota nonprofits providing direct social services can access funding through William Randolph Hearst Foundation for programs, capital projects, or general operations that reduce chronic poverty and strengthen families. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million and proven, scalable results in areas like housing, food access, jobs, youth, or reentry may be eligible for awards over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
South Dakota Community Health Funding via Labcorp
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations working in health, education, or community services, including those serving South Dakota, can access funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation to support local programs. Grants may back food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives, which can include music education components within broader educational or community efforts.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Partnerships
The Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides grants to organizations focused on improving the lives of children in urban poverty in the U.S., India, and South Africa. They prioritize projects in education, health, and family economic stability. Grants typically do not exceed 25% of a project's budget or 10% of an organization's annual expenses. The foundation seeks to partner with organizations already making an impact, ensuring funding supports impactful social enterprises.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Music and Education Funding for Charities from Roche
Accredited charities running innovative music, education, or youth programs in South Dakota and worldwide can seek philanthropic support for humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, and arts initiatives. Focused on impactful, sustainable projects, Roche invites organizations to propose high-quality efforts that may include music education components and actively engage local partners and Roche employees.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Education Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services in South Dakota and worldwide can seek support for programs serving marginalized communities. Semnani Family Foundation provides global human and social services, healthcare access, literacy, and disaster relief initiatives with a strong focus on vulnerable children, women, and families, which may include music-related educational components.
Semnani Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Full proposal due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in South Dakota and across the U.S. can receive more than US $50,000 to tell powerful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work. Focused on impact storytelling, the Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation invites eligible 501(c)(3)s and aligned for-profits to showcase community change, which may include music education programming.
Jesse W Couch Charitable 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 flexible project or program support. Focused on broad social and environmental impact, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites applicants whose work advances respect for people, life, and the environment, which can include music education initiatives within these priorities.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Family Support Grants from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence services, including those in South Dakota, may be eligible for funding that strengthens vulnerable children and families. The Tjx Foundation requires applicants to be within 15 miles of a TJX location and aligned with its mission and nondiscrimination policy.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Community Services
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries seeking support for environmental or human services work in South Dakota can apply for unrestricted program or operating grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to support environmental and human services causes, Lawrence Foundation provides flexible funding that may benefit music education programs fitting these priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grant
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation offers grants to support diverse initiatives, including museums, educational programs, and environmental activities. Aiming to make a significant impact with modest funding, the Foundation targets IRS-qualified non-profits in the U.S. Grants typically range from $1,000 to $20,000, fostering community development and enhancement. Organizations focused on youth, seniors, and individuals with disabilities are particularly encouraged to apply, as the Foundation seeks to empower those in need.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Spark Good: Strengthening Community - Local Grants
Applications due Nov 30, 2026
The Spark Good: Strengthening Community Local Grants program by the Wal-Mart Foundation empowers local organizations through grants ranging from $250 to $5000. This initiative aims to enhance community welfare by supporting diverse projects, including animal shelters and educational programs. Eligible organizations must have a verified Spark Good account, ensuring funds are allocated effectively to meet local needs and foster community development. Together, we can create lasting impacts through small yet significant actions.
Wal-Mart Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Programs
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 grants. Focus areas include hunger relief, housing and supportive shelters, economic and workforce development, financial literacy, and arts and cultural enrichment, which may encompass music education initiatives serving local communities.
Ameriprise Financial
Nordstrom Community Grant
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
The Nordstrom Community Grant focuses on supporting youth and families by providing over $1 million in grants annually. It aims to assist grassroots organizations that address essential community needs such as food, shelter, and clothing, as well as creating opportunities for economic mobility through mentorship and workforce development. Eligible organizations must be 501(c)(3) nonprofits located in areas where Nordstrom operates. Applications are encouraged for those meeting these criteria.
Nordstrom
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Education
Letter of inquiry due Feb 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations seeking project funding in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental work, including music education in South Dakota, may be eligible for grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help U.S. organizations support innovative, practical, and compassionate programs.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Hansen Family Foundation Education Grants in South Dakota
Applications due Mar 23, 2027
South Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering education, youth, arts, or cultural programs can access funding through Hansen Family Foundation, with awards from US $1,000 - US $10,000. Eligible organizations must have budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25%, and music education initiatives that fit these priorities may be competitive.
Hansen Family 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 with music education components that serve underserved and underrepresented individuals and families.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
South Dakota music education nonprofits and other youth-serving organizations can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation to support programs for underserved young people, families, and communities. Grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 back initiatives in education, youth leadership, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship across the U.S., Canada, Puerto Rico, and select countries.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Adams-Mastrovich Support for South Dakota Music
Applications due Jun 30, 2027
South Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits offering music education, arts, health, human services, or religious programs can seek US $5,000 - US $20,000 to support their work. With a mission to aid education, health, human services, religion, and the arts, Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation prioritizes services for women in need and performing arts for high school and college students.
Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation
Partnership Awards for Nonprofits from Mutual of America
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
U.S. nonprofit organizations leading strong cross-sector community partnerships, including those in South Dakota and in music education, can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award. This national recognition honors exemplary, replicable collaborations that measurably improve lives and address significant social issues through innovative, scalable partnership models.
Mutual Of America Foundation
South Dakota Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2027
Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation’s US $5,000 - US $250,000 grants, including those serving South Dakota communities. With a mission to support human and social services worldwide, the foundation may fund smaller 501(c)(3)s whose music education programs address poverty, disability, or social exclusion.
Gupta Family Foundation