South Dakota Community Development Funding via US Bancorp Foundation
South Dakota nonprofits working on economic advancement, housing, or community arts and culture can access funding via US Bancorp Foundation to support programs that strengthen local communities. 501(c)(3) organizations, especially those led by people of color and addressing multiple pillars like work, home, and play, may be eligible, including groups whose recycling initiatives connect to these priorities.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Community Services Grants in South Dakota
Nonprofit organizations in South Dakota supporting children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for community program funding that can complement recycling or sustainability initiatives. Grants from Costco Foundation help 501(c)(3) organizations cover monetary needs for programs with clear community benefit, measurable outcomes, and strong collaboration and financial support, excluding capital projects and equipment.
Costco 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 also support recycling or waste-reduction 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 invitation-only grants.
Creag Foundation
Youth and Environment Grants for Nonprofits from Dan Paul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits worldwide, including those in South Dakota, can apply for Dan Paul Foundation grants up to US $15,000 to support youth health, education, development, and welfare. Programs may include environmental education, clean air and water initiatives, poverty and homelessness services, refugee enrichment, and other child-focused enrichment and advocacy efforts.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Recycling
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofit and mission-driven for-profit organizations working on scalable social or environmental solutions in South Dakota can apply for up to US $300,000 to grow their models. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help recycling and other sustainability-focused ventures expand capacity, refine impact measurement, and position for exponential scale benefiting underserved communities.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, economic empowerment, or climate resilience in South Dakota and beyond can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities worldwide, with applications accepted year-round via an LOI process.
Cisco Systems Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Culture Grants in South Dakota
South Dakota cultural nonprofits offering arts or science programming can access funding through William Randolph Hearst Foundation for program, capital, and limited general or endowment support. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with audited expenses over $2 million, especially those providing arts education, artist development, or STEAM programs for large audiences, may be eligible for awards over US $100,000.
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 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 outcomes in areas like housing, food access, jobs, legal aid, or reentry may be eligible.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
South Dakota Community Health Funding via Labcorp
South Dakota nonprofits and other eligible charitable organizations can seek funding for health, education, and community initiatives that expand equitable care and education. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides support for programs such as food pantries, healthcare for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle initiatives, which may benefit recycling or sustainability efforts embedded in broader community services.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations serving urban low-income children with education, health, or family economic stability programs in countries including South Africa can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation support; awards are more than US $50,000 for project work or scaling. Eligible entities include nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, governments, and other mission-aligned organizations.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Community Development Funding for Charities from Roche
Charitable organizations running humanitarian, educational, environmental, or arts projects can apply for Roche Corporate Donations and Philanthropy support, including work that may incorporate recycling or sustainability in South Dakota. Focused on impactful, sustainable initiatives, Roche prioritizes accredited charities that engage local partners, leverage Roche expertise, and actively involve employees in community-focused activities.
La Roche, Inc.
Humanitarian Health Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit and humanitarian organizations supporting health, education, or disaster relief in South Dakota and worldwide can seek funding to serve marginalized and vulnerable communities. Semnani Family Foundation provides global human and social services, health care access, and humanitarian aid support; South Dakota groups with related programs may be eligible within its broader U.S. focus.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for South Dakota Nonprofits
With a mission to support charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides South Dakota 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for programs carried out in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits may use grants for well-managed projects that broadly benefit their communities, including initiatives that incorporate recycling or sustainability components.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
South Dakota Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working on poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, or human services in South Dakota and other eligible countries can seek project or program support. With a mission to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant, Gupta Family Foundation provides multi-year grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $250,000 to smaller, non-sectarian organizations.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Support for Education
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations can apply for the Cowles Charitable Trust’s grants of up to US $10,000 to support programs in education, social justice, health, the arts, ethical journalism, or climate and medical research. South Dakota nonprofits with recycling or environmental initiatives that fit these priorities may be eligible, including requests for general operating support.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Environmental Grants in South Dakota
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
South Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on environmental preservation, pollution, or sustainability projects can access funding through the Hansen Family Foundation. Grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000 support environmental, humanitarian, education, youth, animal welfare, arts, and basic needs initiatives, with preference for smaller organizations under $1 million budget and reasonable overhead.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Focused on storytelling for impact, this grant invites U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profits to fund media and communications that highlight their work in areas like waste management, environmental conservation, and wellness. South Dakota organizations working on recycling or food and waste reduction may be eligible for more than US $50,000 to share their stories.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
South Dakota Department Support for Recycling
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
Organizations and public entities planning solid waste disposal, recycling, or waste tire projects in South Dakota can receive grants and low-interest loans to improve solid waste management. The South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources, through the Board of Water and Natural Resources, funds projects emphasizing source reduction, recycling and reuse, energy recovery, and environmentally sound disposal.
South Dakota Department of Environment and Natural Resources
South Recycling Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
South Dakota environmental and conservation nonprofits can access funding through Robinson Foundation for programs in nature and wildlife conservation, disaster relief, and community support. Eligible applicants are 501(c)(3) public charities active for over three years, serving regions south of the Mason-Dixon line, seeking single-year program support rather than capital projects.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Environmental and community-focused 501(c)(3) organizations in South Dakota can seek funding for conservation, environmental stewardship, and peacebuilding initiatives. Focused on respecting life, the environment, and all people, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites nonprofits whose work may include recycling or related sustainability efforts to apply.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Lawrence Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
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 grants ranging from US $5,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to back environmental and human services initiatives, Lawrence Foundation provides program or general operating support, which may include recycling-related projects within its environmental priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Vitality
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment can apply for Ameriprise Financial grants, with national funding that may benefit South Dakota programs. Focus areas include hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, adult self-sufficiency, neighborhood revitalization, small business support, and arts access or education, especially where Ameriprise volunteers are engaged.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Recycling
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek project funding for education, environmental, civic, cultural, health, and social service initiatives, including recycling efforts, in South Dakota and nationwide. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help eligible U.S. organizations with one-year projects, with awards ranging from US $5,000 - US $25,000 through an annual October–March application cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for South Dakota Communities
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations improving community quality of life in South Dakota can seek project, general operating, or capital support for programs in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S. community-focused nonprofits, including those with recycling-related initiatives that address poverty, health, or local resilience, strengthen underserved populations.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Recycling
Applications due May 1, 2027
South Dakota recycling and environmental stewardship nonprofits can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation to support youth-focused programs in education, food insecurity, housing, or caring for the planet. 501(c)(3) organizations may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for initiatives like community beautification, gardens, outdoor classrooms, and related community services.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations across the U.S., including South Dakota groups with strong recycling or environmental partnerships, can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award to recognize exemplary cross-sector collaborations. This national competition honors six partnerships each year that measurably improve communities, demonstrate replicable models, and address significant social issues through shared leadership.
Mutual Of America Foundation