Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Innovation
Early-stage nonprofit and impact-first, mission-driven for-profit organizations tackling major social or environmental challenges can access funding and support through Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation; awards up to US $300,000 for scalable, impact-driven solutions. South Dakota organizations working with underserved communities in areas like poverty, health, education, or sustainability may be eligible if they plan to grow significantly.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Faith-Based Community Funding from Fish Family Foundation
South Dakota nonprofits and faith-based organizations can access funding through Fish Family Foundation of Maine for missions, education scholarships, independent churches and ministries, medical research, and job creation initiatives. Organizations may request support for programs, services, equipment, construction, renovations, or materials, with applications submitted by signed postal mail for monthly trustee review.
Fish Family Foundation of Maine
Coefficient Giving Support for Global Health
Nonprofits and other organizations working on global health, poverty alleviation, animal welfare, or related policy and research may be eligible for highly selective support, including groups based in South Dakota. Grants from Coefficient Giving help advance evidence-based programs, advocacy, and scientific research that improve health and wellbeing worldwide; unsolicited proposals are rarely funded.
Coefficient Giving
State Farm Support for South Dakota Communities
Nonprofits and community organizations in South Dakota seeking marketing-aligned sponsorships for community services can apply for support that builds both their programs and brand visibility. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help organizations across the U.S.; South Dakota groups whose initiatives fit State Farm’s marketing strategies may be considered for these sponsoring partnerships.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations and social enterprises in South Dakota working on education, children’s health, or family economic stability for urban low-income youth can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants; awards are more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. Eligible entities include nonprofits, schools, governments, and other mission-aligned organizations.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Advocacy and Social Justice Funding from Neo Philanthropy
Nonprofit and advocacy organizations in South Dakota working on social justice, civic engagement, environmental issues, or human services can apply for the NEO Action Fund to support charitable, social welfare, lobbying, and limited electoral activities. This national 501(c)(4) fund helps build capacity, provide strategic direction, and respond quickly to emerging advocacy needs.
Neo Philanthropy Inc
Nikon USA Support for South Dakota Arts
Nonprofit and other USA-based organizations planning arts, culture, or humanities programs in South Dakota can seek sponsorship to support innovative events or initiatives that showcase Nikon products and engage consumers. Nikon USA evaluates proposals for marketing fit, brand alignment, and community impact, and requires applications at least six months before the program start.
Nikon USA
Rotary Foundation Support for Global Programs
South Dakota nonprofit organizations and Rotary clubs planning large humanitarian, education, health, or economic development projects can access funding through The Rotary Foundation’s Global Grants, with awards from US $30,000 - US $400,000. Eligible projects must be international in scope, involve qualified Rotary partners, and create sustainable, measurable outcomes in Rotary’s key areas of focus.
The Rotary Foundation Of Rotary International
American Heart Association Grants for South Dakota Health
For-profit and nonprofit organizations addressing health drivers such as healthcare access, food security, and economic vitality in South Dakota can apply for American Heart Association’s Social Impact Fund support. Focused on social and environmental determinants of health, this nationwide grant offers up to US $500,000 for scalable, sustainable solutions serving under-resourced communities.
American Heart Association
STEM and Food Access Funding from Takeda
Nonprofit organizations running U.S. programs in food access, nutrition, or STEM education can seek support for community-focused initiatives, including those serving South Dakota. Grants from Takeda help nonprofits address health disparities through “Food is Health” efforts and strengthen K-16 STEM foundations, particularly near Greater Boston, Chicago, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Brooklyn Park, MN.
Takeda
Transformative Social Impact Funding for Nonprofits from TED
Nonprofits, NGOs, and institutions with at least a $2M annual budget, including those in South Dakota, can pursue large-scale philanthropic support for bold, proven social impact ideas through The Audacious Project from TED. Projects may address issues like global health, climate change, social justice, or education and must demonstrate transformative, multi-year impact potential.
TED
Child and Family Equity Funding from WK Kellogg Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and public entities working on early childhood, family economic security, health, food systems, and racial equity can seek support for programs in South Dakota and across the U.S. With a mission to improve conditions for children and families, WK Kellogg Foundation provides flexible funding where it has long-term commitments.
WK Kellogg Foundation
American Psychological Foundation Grants for South Dakota
Letter of inquiry due Aug 1, 2026
American Psychological Foundation provides South Dakota nonprofits and other organizations with funding for evidence-based psychological interventions that address community needs. Projects must support marginalized communities, reduce prejudice and stigma, prevent violence, or explore mind-body health connections. Applicants may be individuals or organizations, with awards up to US $60,000 for direct action, community-focused programs.
American Psychological Foundation Inc
South Dakota Legal Justice Funding via Impact Fund
Full proposal due Aug 6, 2026
Nonprofit legal organizations, solo practitioners, and small law firms in South Dakota pursuing impact litigation can receive US $10,000 - US $50,000 in recoverable funding for out-of-pocket case expenses. The Impact Fund supports economic, environmental, racial, and social justice cases that benefit communities facing systemic oppression, with a focus on class actions and significant law reform.
The Impact Fund
South Dakota Social Impact Funding via iF Design
Applications due Aug 19, 2026
Nonprofits and other organizations with implemented social impact projects in South Dakota can seek €100,000 in annual prize funding to advance work aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. With a mission to support solutions to urgent global challenges, iF Design provides visibility and long-term online promotion for selected CSR and community-focused initiatives.
iF Design
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Dakota working in preservation, education, or wellness can seek the Storytelling Grant to share the impact of their work through high-quality storytelling projects, with awards of more than US $50,000. Focused on these three pillars, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation invites eligible groups to elevate their community-change stories.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Quadratec Environmental Stewardship Grants in South Dakota
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofits and other groups in South Dakota working on environmental education, trail restoration, park beautification, or similar projects can receive US $3,500 to support a specific initiative. Quadratec’s Energize The Environment program offers two annual grants to U.S.-based individuals, groups, or organizations committed to improving the environment.
Quadratec
Global Social Impact Funding for Ventures via London School of Economics
Applications due Nov 10, 2026
Impact-first social ventures worldwide, including those in South Dakota, can apply for £150,000 in catalytic capital plus a 12‑week accelerator to scale solutions in areas like climate, education, health, democracy, and equitable economies. Grants from London School of Economics support post‑pilot, pre‑scale organizations with proven traction and ambitious plans for large‑scale social change.
London School of Economics
Stranahan Foundation Support for Early Education
Letter of inquiry due Dec 3, 2026
Focused on early childhood education, U.S. nonprofits, school districts, and colleges that provide professional development to five or more early childhood programs can seek multi-year project funding from Stranahan Foundation. South Dakota organizations working on scalable coaching, leadership development, or substitute teacher models for low-income birth-to-five populations may be competitive; awards are up to US $500,000.
Stranahan Foundation
John Templeton Foundation Support for Research Programs
Full proposal due Dec 4, 2026
Nonprofit and other charitable entities conducting interdisciplinary research or public engagement projects can seek project-based funding that advances character, virtue, freedom, life sciences, physical sciences, or religion and society. With a mission to inspire awe and wonder, John Templeton Foundation provides South Dakota nonprofits with support for bold, field-leading studies and high-impact public engagement initiatives.
The John Templeton Foundation
Duke University Grants for South Dakota Impact
Pre proposal due Dec 5, 2026
Nonprofit and for-profit social enterprises scaling social or environmental impact can receive US $150,000 in unrestricted funding, including those based in South Dakota with a U.S. taxpayer ID. With a mission to accelerate global impact, Duke University provides impact-focused organizations with support to grow proven solutions and advance social justice and environmental stewardship.
Duke University
US $150,000 - US $250,000
South Dakota K-8 Learning Funding via NewSchools
Applications due Jan 9, 2027
Education-focused nonprofits and entrepreneurial teams in South Dakota developing early-stage K–8 literacy, numeracy, or edtech learning solutions can apply for NewSchools Venture Fund’s Learning Solutions Grant Program; awards US $150,000 - US $250,000 for pilots. Eligible projects include tools, content, or models that support research-based instruction, differentiated teaching, and responsible use of generative AI in U.S. public education.
NewSchools Venture Fund
South Dakota Mental Health Funding via American Psychiatric Association Foundation
Applications due Jan 31, 2027
South Dakota nonprofits and community organizations improving minority mental health can access funding through the American Psychiatric Association Foundation to support innovative, community-based programs. Grants of US $5,000 recognize efforts that raise awareness, expand access, and improve quality of care for underserved minority populations, which may benefit health equity initiatives in the state.
American Psychiatric Association Foundation
Unity Technologies Social Impact Grants in South Dakota
Applications due Feb 20, 2027
Nonprofit and other legal entities creating impact-driven real-time 3D projects can seek up to US $500,000 to advance social, educational, environmental, health, or humanitarian goals, including in South Dakota. Focused on UN Sustainable Development Goals, Unity Technologies invites projects using RT3D platforms with a prototype or demo for funding, technical support, and marketing.
Unity Technologies
South Dakota Community Project Funding via Rotary Foundation
Applications due May 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations and Rotary clubs in South Dakota can apply for The Rotary Foundation’s district grants to support small-scale, short-term community and international projects. Funding may cover humanitarian and disaster recovery efforts, youth and leadership programs, scholarships, and vocational training teams, offering flexible support for a wide range of service initiatives.
The Rotary Foundation Of Rotary International
Zayed Sustainability Prize Climate Action Grants
Applications due Jun 22, 2027
Nonprofits and small or medium-sized enterprises with proven sustainability solutions in health, food, energy, water, or climate action in South Dakota and worldwide may be eligible for recognition and US $600,000 awards. Zayed Sustainability Prize honors impactful, scalable projects that expand access, improve resilience, and advance long-term sustainable human development.
Zayed Sustainability Prize
South Dakota Community Funding via I Could Do Great Things Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
South Dakota nonprofits, community groups, businesses, and individuals with charitable projects can access funding through the I Could Do Great Things Foundation to turn innovative ideas into reality. Proposals must have a clear plan and charitable purpose, with priority for education, community, and Jewish-focused initiatives, and cannot request general organizational overhead or profit-making ventures.
I Could Do Great Things Foundation