“Jim Hess was committed to charitable giving and believed in the power of collaboration and community engagement to make the Northern Hills a better place for everyone.”
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Community Action Grant ($20,000)
The Community Action Grant is available to nonprofits holding an agency endowment fund at the Black Hills Area Community Foundation.
Community Service Center Trust Fund Grant
The Community Service Center Trust Fund (CSCTF) Grant supports organizations that serve those with low incomes in the Rapid City area.
Fall Capacity Building Grant
Capacity Building Grants are given out twice each year during the winter and summer. The grants address capacity building needs to strengthen an organization’s effectiveness, sustainability or efficiency.
Hosie Main Memorial Music Scholarship
The scholarship will assist graduating seniors who plan to continue their education in the field of instrumental music.
The Deerfield Scholarship
The scholarship supports graduating seniors from Hill City High School.
Sarah Stevens Scholarship
The scholarship supports young women graduating from Stevens High School who are pursuing a career in medicine or mental health.
Youth Philanthropy Grant
Guided by the Rapid City Youth City Council, the Youth Philanthropy Grant funds programs that support youth. The application prioritizes programs that address mental wellness.
Spring Capacity Building Grant
The bi-annual grant helps strengthen an organization’s effectiveness, efficiency, or sustainability. This may include strategic planning, marketing, staff retention, technology support, and more.