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Summer 2024 Newsletter

This summer, we celebrate philanthropy in our community through the powerful support of endowments, inspiring philanthropists, a program creating better access to medical supplies, and more.


In This Issue:

Endowing the Future of Arts and Culture

Twenty-five years ago, a transformative idea became reality when the Washington Pavilion opened its doors for the first time. By combining visual and performing arts, science, education, and more under one roof in a way that had not been done before, Sioux Falls gained an incredible asset that would only get better with time.

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Philanthropy That Inspires

In the heart of every thriving community lies a spirit of giving that binds us together, uplifting the most vulnerable and fostering growth and development for all. At the Community Foundation, we are privileged to witness firsthand the profound impact of generosity. Matt and Karine Paulson are brilliant examples of our community’s philanthropic spirit, whose dedication to philanthropy serves as a beacon of inspiration.

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A Tribute To Hope

Owen Turner’s time on this planet was challenging, joyful, heartbreaking, hilarious, and above all, brief. His memory, though, will be anything but.

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Supporting Summer Camp & The Sioux Falls Family YMCA

The Community Foundation holds several endowments that support camperships for campers at Camp Leif Ericson, and individual donors consistently support the organization through grants from their donor advised funds.

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