Sioux Falls Area Community
The Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation (SFACF) is a 501(c)(3) public charity and community foundation established in 1984. Based in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization operates as a philanthropic intermediary that attracts, manages, and distributes charitable gifts to strengthen the quality of life in the Sioux Falls area and surrounding communities. The Foundation serves as a trusted steward for donors seeking to direct their philanthropy toward meaningful social impact.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$364.5M
+28.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$37.2M
+31.9% YoY
Grant Count
281
+5.6% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$132K
+24.9% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission Statement: In partnership with donors, Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation provides trusted leadership that inspires philanthropy and enriches the quality of life in our area, for good, for ever.
Primary Focus Areas:
- Arts and Humanities (theatre, music, arts, dance, cultural development, historic preservation, library programs, museums)
- Community Affairs and Development (citizen participation, public use of parks and recreation, administration of justice, economic development, employment and training)
- Education (lifelong learning activities, educational facilities and systems, scholarships)
- Environment
- Human Services
- Philanthropy, Voluntarism and Grantmaking
Grantmaking
Grant Range
$1,000 - $50,000
Average Grant
approximately $10,000
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The Foundation's primary service area includes:
- Minnehaha, Lincoln, Turner, and McCook counties
- Communities within a 25-mile radius of Sioux Falls, South Dakota
- The Sioux Falls metropolitan statistical area (four-county area with approximately 275,000 population)
- Also funds in South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Assets & Revenue (FY 2024):
- Total assets: $364.5 million
- Total revenues: $106.8 million
- Total expenses: $40.7 million
- Annual giving: $38 million (FY 2023-24)
- New contributions received: $92 million (2024)
Historical Growth:
- Assets grew from $85 million (2011) to $364.5 million (2024)
- Grant awards increased from 171 in 2015 to 266 in 2023
Organization Details:
- Employees: 12 (as of 2024)
- Tax-exempt status: 501(c)(3) since February 2001
- EIN: 31-1748533
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $364,501,593 | $283,123,600 | $267,142,953 |
| Revenue | $106,816,971 | $36,878,472 | $76,466,859 |
| Expenses | $40,675,484 | $31,578,888 | $31,054,030 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $14,848,306 | $9,539,552 | $10,652,604 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
250 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
14 open opportunities from Sioux Falls Area Community
Amy Erickson Memorial Award Grant
SIOUX FALLS AREA COMMUNITY
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Amy Erickson Scholarship
SIOUX FALLS AREA COMMUNITY
Amount
Varies
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Animal Welfare and Appreciation Fund Grant
SIOUX FALLS AREA COMMUNITY
Amount
Up to US $5,000
Deadline
Rolling / Open
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Dakota State University Foundation ($5,535,000), Black Hills State University Foundation ($1,027,500), Volunteers of America Dakotas ($304,984).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| YALE UNIVERSITY NEW HAVEN, CT | ALUMNI FUND | $10,000 |
| VOLUNTEERS OF AMERICA DAKOTAS SIOUX FALLS, SD | PROGRAM SUPPORT, GENERAL SUPPORT | $304,984 |
| ALZHEIMER'S ASSOCIATION - SD CHAPTER SIOUX FALLS, SD | WALK TO END ALZHEIMER'S, GENERAL SUPPORT | $23,525 |
| TEACH FOR AMERICA SAN FRANCISCO, CA | PROGRAM SUPPORT, GENERAL SUPPORT | $50,000 |
| INTERNATIONAL RESCUE COMMITTEE ALBERT LEA, MN | REFUGEE AID | $40,000 |
| LAMBDA CHI ALPHA EDUCATIONAL FOUNDATION CARMEL, IN | CAPITAL CAMPAIGN | $35,000 |
| VASSAR COLLEGE POUGHKEEPSIE, NY | GENERAL SUPPORT | $10,000 |
| CROOKS COMMUNITY CHILD CARE CENTER CROOKS, SD | DAYCARE KITCHEN EQUIPMENT, GENERAL SUPPORT | $12,500 |
| SAMARITAN'S FEET SIOUX FALLS, SD | GENERAL SUPPORT | $302,000 |
| COLGATE ROCHESTER CROZER DIVINITY SCHOOL ROCHESTER, NY | SCHOLARSHIP SUPPORT | $7,301 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
- Andrew Patterson - President/CEO
- Mary Kolsrud - Chief Philanthropy Officer
- Patrick Gale - Vice President, Community Investment
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| TODD ERNST | CHAIR OF THE BOARD | 2 | — |
| SUZANNE VEENIS | VICE CHAIR | 2 | — |
| MATT GASSEN | SECRETARY | 2 | — |
| AARON SEVERSON | TREASURER,CHAIR OF FINANCE | 2 | — |
| AMANGE AWARE | MEMBER | 2 | — |
| STACY ERDMANN | CHAIR OF AUDIT | 2 | — |
| MANDY GAIKOWSKI | CHAIR OF LEGAL/EASTBANK LAND | 2 | — |
| MARILYN KORSTEN | CHAIR OF GRANTS | 2 | — |
| ANGELA LAMMERS | MEMBER | 2 | — |
| ANGELINE LAVIN | CHAIR OF INV. MNGMT. (BEG. 01/24) | 2 | — |
| LORRAE LINDQUIST | MEMBER | 2 | — |
| SARAH MADISON | CHAIR OF INV. MNGMT. (THROUGH 01/24) | 2 | — |
| STEVE SARBACKER | CHAIR OF GIFT ACCEPTANCE | 2 | — |
| PAT SWEETMAN | MEMBER | 2 | — |
| DOUG TRIBBLE | MEMBER | 2 | — |
| BEN WIENER | MEMBER | 2 | — |
| ANDREW PATTERSON | PRESIDENT/CEO | 50 | $182,935 |
| MIKE FINNEGAN | VP, FINANCE/CFO | 50 | $118,613 |
| MARY KOLSRUD | VP, PHILANTHROPY | 50 | $112,078 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Local nonprofits awarded $121,000 from the Foundation (March 2026)
Local nonprofits awarded $121,000 from Sioux Falls Area Community FoundationRecord year for donor engagement in 2024 with $92 million in new contributions
Community Fund grants awarded (May 2025)
Local nonprofits awarded $121,000 from Sioux Falls Area Community FoundationSubject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Sioux Falls Area Community fund?
**Mission Statement:** In partnership with donors, Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation provides trusted leadership that inspires philanthropy and enriches the quality of life in our area, for good, for ever. **Primary Focus Areas:** • Arts and Humanities (theatre, music, arts, dance, cultural development, historic preservation, library programs, museums) • Community Affairs and Development (citizen participation, public use of parks and recreation, administration of justice, economic developm…
How do I apply for a grant from Sioux Falls Area Community?
**Grant Activity:** • Nearly 3,500 grants were made in fiscal year 2024 • Record $38 million awarded in fiscal year 2023-24 • Over $350 million distributed in grants since inception • Distributed more than $225 million to causes and nonprofits since founding in 1984 **Grant Characteristics:** • Typical grant range: $1,000 - $50,000 • Average grant: approximately $10,000 • Small grants (under $2,500) accepted year-round • Decision time: 6-8 weeks after receipt **Donor Services:** • Manages more …
Where does Sioux Falls Area Community make grants?
The Foundation's primary service area includes: • Minnehaha, Lincoln, Turner, and McCook counties • Communities within a 25-mile radius of Sioux Falls, South Dakota • The Sioux Falls metropolitan statistical area (four-county area with approximately 275,000 population) • Also funds in South Dakota, Minnesota, and Iowa
What size grants does Sioux Falls Area Community award?
In 2024, Sioux Falls Area Community awarded 281 grants totaling $37.2M — an average of about $132K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Sioux Falls Area Community's EIN?
Sioux Falls Area Community's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 31-1748533. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
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