South Dakota Community Programs Funding via US Bank Foundation
South Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on economic and workforce advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture can access funding via US Bank Foundation’s Community Possible Grant Program. Organizations, including those with robotics or STEM-related workforce initiatives, may submit a letter of interest, with priority for leaders of color and communities served by designated U.S. Bank locations.
US Bancorp Foundation
Costco Foundation Youth Services Grants in South Dakota
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in South Dakota that support children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for program funding that complements robotics-related initiatives. Grants from Costco Foundation help cover monetary needs for evidence-based programs with measurable outcomes, strong community collaboration, and a broad base of financial support in communities where Costco operates.
Costco Foundation
Youth Development Grants for Nonprofits from DanPaul Foundation
501(c)(3) nonprofits worldwide, including those in South Dakota, can apply for the DanPaul Foundation’s grants of up to US $15,000 to support youth health, education, development, and welfare programs. Organizations offering STEM or robotics-related enrichment for children and teens may be eligible if their projects align with the foundation’s mission areas.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation Grants for Robotics
Early-stage, impact-focused nonprofits and mission-driven startups in South Dakota working on scalable social or environmental robotics solutions can seek up to US $300,000 for growth. Grants from Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation help organizations with proven pilots expand capacity, refine models, and scale technology to benefit underserved communities, with year-round applications accepted.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Tech-Enabled Social Impact Funding from Cisco
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology to tackle education, crisis response, economic empowerment, or climate resilience challenges in South Dakota and worldwide can seek Global Impact Cash Grants, up to US $100,000. Cisco Systems Foundation supports innovative, early-stage, tech-enabled solutions serving predominantly economically underserved communities, including initiatives that may incorporate robotics within these focus areas.
Cisco Systems Foundation
STEM and Safety Grants for Nonprofits from State Farm Companies Foundation
South Dakota educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies can access funding through State Farm Companies Foundation for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Robotics and STEM programs that improve K–12 performance or support college and career pathways may be eligible alongside projects in disaster preparedness, financial literacy, housing, and community revitalization.
State Farm Companies Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation STEAM Grants in South Dakota
South Dakota nonprofits running substantial arts, culture, or STEAM education programs can access funding through William Randolph Hearst Foundation to support program, capital, or limited general and endowment needs. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million, strong impact, and broad reach may be eligible for awards of more than US $100,000, including robotics-related STEAM initiatives.
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 results—such as youth development, job training, housing, or reentry programs—may be competitive for grants over US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
South Dakota STEM Education Funding via Labcorp
Nonprofit organizations working on STEM education, health, or community services in South Dakota can access funding via Labcorp Charitable Foundation to support programs like robotics, healthcare access, and food security. Eligible applicants must be U.S.-based 501(c)(3) or equivalent charities whose projects fit the foundation’s health and welfare, education, or community focus areas.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation Youth Grants
Organizations serving urban children and youth through education, health, or family economic stability projects can apply for Michael & Susan Dell Foundation grants of more than US $50,000 to support or scale their work. Eligible entities in South Dakota and other U.S. locations may be considered if they meet focus, location, and impact criteria.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
STEM and Education Funding for Charities from La Roche
Focused on science and education, accredited charities in South Dakota and worldwide can seek La Roche support for STEM and STEAM education, youth services, and related community programs. Projects that promote sustainable development and allow La Roche to engage its expertise, logistics, and employees in educational or social activities may be eligible.
La Roche, Inc.
Health and Human Services Funding from Semnani Family Foundation
Nonprofit organizations providing health, education, or humanitarian services can access funding to support marginalized communities worldwide, including South Dakota. Semnani Family Foundation provides support for programs such as healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, food and housing assistance, and services for women, girls, and people with disabilities, which may benefit robotics initiatives applied in these areas.
Semnani Family Foundation
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust Grants for Robotics
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations running charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs in the U.S., including South Dakota robotics initiatives, may be eligible for this funding. With a mission to strengthen charitable, scientific, medical, and educational work, Sidney Stern Memorial Trust provides support to soundly managed organizations that significantly benefit their target populations.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
South Dakota Human Services Funding via Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Nonprofit organizations working to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant can apply for Gupta Family Foundation grants, with awards from US $5,000 - US $250,000, for human and social services, poverty alleviation, disability support, and disaster relief. With a mission to strengthen disadvantaged communities, Gupta Family Foundation provides global support; South Dakota groups with qualifying 501(c)(3) status may be eligible.
Gupta Family Foundation
Cowles Charitable Trust Support for Education
Applications due Sep 1, 2026
501(c)(3) organizations working in education, social justice, health, the arts, or ethical journalism, including those in South Dakota, can apply for Cowles Charitable Trust’s grants, which offer up to US $10,000 for programs or general operating support. Robotics-related initiatives that fit these areas may be eligible, including national or international efforts aligned with the Trust’s mission.
Cowles Charitable Trust
Hansen Family Foundation Education Grants in South Dakota
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
South Dakota 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on education, youth services, or related community programs can access funding through Hansen Family Foundation for projects that advance life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. U.S.-based organizations with budgets under $1 million and reasonable overhead may also be considered, including those with robotics education components.
Hansen Family Foundation
Storytelling Funding for Nonprofits from Couch Foundation
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations and aligned for-profits in the U.S. can seek more than US $50,000 to tell powerful stories about their preservation, education, or wellness work. Focused on impact storytelling, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation invites South Dakota groups, including those with robotics-related education or wellness programs, to share their community outcomes.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Southern Community Support Funding via Robinson Foundation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
South Dakota robotics organizations can access funding through the Robinson Foundation if they are 501(c)(3) public charities active for over three years and serving communities below the Mason-Dixon line. Grants support single-year projects in areas like education, youth and family services, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, animal welfare, conservation, veterans, and religious or spiritual endeavors, but not capital projects.
Robinson Foundation
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Support for Environmental Programs
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding can apply for funding that may benefit robotics-related initiatives in South Dakota. Focused on broad social and environmental impact, the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation invites eligible charities to propose projects that advance respect for people, life, and the environment.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
Youth and Families Funding from TJX Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations near TJX locations that support basic needs, at-risk youth, or domestic violence services in South Dakota can seek grants for program support. The TJX Foundation funds work on food, clothing, shelter, out-of-school enrichment, workforce readiness, and safety for vulnerable children and families, which may complement robotics-related youth initiatives.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation Grants for South Dakota Community Programs
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation provides South Dakota nonprofits with US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support museums, cultural and performing arts, education, health facilities, environmental and wildlife protection, and community services. IRS-qualified organizations running robotics-related education or skills-training programs may be eligible if a relatively small grant would make a large difference.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Ameriprise Financial Support for Community Development
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven programs in South Dakota can seek funding that supports hunger relief, housing, financial literacy, workforce readiness, and cultural enrichment. Focused on strengthening communities, Ameriprise Financial invites U.S. nonprofits with strong volunteer engagement and measurable outcomes to apply.
Ameriprise Financial
Dr Scholl Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations can seek project funding for education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental initiatives, including robotics-related education, in South Dakota and beyond. Grants from Dr Scholl Foundation help U.S. organizations with one-year program support, typically awarding US $5,000 - US $25,000 through an annual October–March cycle.
Dr Scholl Foundation
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Grants for Community Services
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations providing community-based services such as economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, or disaster relief can apply for funding that may benefit robotics-related education or training programs in South Dakota communities. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S. organizations with project, general operating, or capital support where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a business presence.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Chick Fil A Foundation Grants for Community Programs
Applications due May 1, 2027
South Dakota robotics and STEM-focused nonprofits can access funding through Chick Fil A Foundation to support youth education, leadership, housing, food security, and environmental stewardship programs. 501(c)(3) organizations, or international equivalents, may receive US $30,000 - US $350,000 for initiatives serving underserved youth, families, and communities, including projects that integrate robotics into learning or community impact.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Community Partnership Funding for Nonprofits from Mutual of America Foundation
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in the U.S., including those in South Dakota, can apply for Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award to recognize exemplary cross-sector collaborations addressing significant social issues. Partnerships that model strong public, private, or social sector cooperation and demonstrate replicability and measurable community impact may be honored through several national awards.
Mutual Of America Foundation