South Dakota State University Foundation Email Format
FundraisingSouth Dakota, United States11-50 Employees
The South Dakota State University Foundation is a small to mid-sized nonprofit based in Brookings, South Dakota, that operates in the fundraising sector. As an independent 501(c)(3) entity, it connects SDSU's Jackrabbit supporters with opportunities to make private gifts that support the university. Its work centers on mobilizing philanthropic giving to advance SDSU and its programs, with the aim of expanding opportunities for students and campus initiatives. It serves donors and the university by directing private gifts toward scholarships, programs, and other university needs. In 2022, the City of Brookings partnered with the SDSU Foundation and the university's Admissions Office to determine scholarship recipients and award amounts. The foundation functions within the broader context of higher education fundraising, supporting SDSU from its Brookings base.