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Grants in South Dakota

Browse 79 open grants tagged for South Dakota, plus 13,679 nationwide grants your organization can apply for. Our database includes federal, state, local, and private funding opportunities for nonprofits, small businesses, schools, and community groups.

State Grants

79

National Grants

13,679

Avg. Award

$3.6M

Total Available

13,758

South Dakota Grants by Funding Source

Federal

4

Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, NIH

State

9

South Dakota state agencies

Private / Foundation

66

Foundation and corporate grants

Top Grants in South Dakota

Showing 2 of 79 grants in South Dakota, plus 13,679 nationwide grants

2 grants worth up to $150K match your search

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Bush Foundation Rural Leadership Grant

open

Bush Foundation

Leadership development for rural community leaders in the upper Midwest

$15K – $100K
2026-11-30
leadershiprural developmentcommunity

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SD State Arts Council — General Operating Grant

open

SD Arts Council

General operating and project support for arts organizations and individual artists in SD. Funds visual arts, performing arts, literary arts, and arts education.

$2K – $50K
2026-12-31
artsculture

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Grant Details: Amounts and Deadlines

Grant NameFunderAmountDeadline
Bush Foundation Rural Leadership GrantBush Foundation$15K - $100KNov 30, 2026
SD State Arts Council — General Operating GrantSD Arts Council$2K - $50KDec 31, 2026

Top Grant Categories in South Dakota

Education18
Public Safety13
Health11
Community Development11
Infrastructure9
Veterans Services7
Technology7
Environment6
Community Services6

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Frequently Asked Questions: South Dakota Grants

How many grants are available in South Dakota?
There are currently 79 grants specifically tagged for South Dakota, plus 13,679 nationwide grants that organizations in South Dakota can also apply for.
What types of organizations can apply for South Dakota grants?
Nonprofits, small businesses, schools and school districts, universities, municipalities, tribal governments, healthcare organizations, and faith-based groups in South Dakota are all eligible for various grants. Each grant has specific eligibility requirements listed on its detail page.
How do I find grants I qualify for in South Dakota?
Use FindGrants' free discovery tool to answer a short questionnaire about your organization. The engine scores every grant against your profile and returns a ranked list of matches with fit scores and application guidance.
Are federal grants available to organizations in South Dakota?
Yes. In addition to South Dakota-specific funding, there are 13,679 federal and nationwide grants available to organizations in any state. Federal sources include Grants.gov, SAM.gov, NSF, and NIH.
What is the average grant size in South Dakota?
The average maximum award for South Dakota-tagged grants is $3.6M, with a median of $1M. Grant sizes range from under $5K for community micro-grants to over $1M for major federal programs.

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