Access to the Arts
Accepts applications
Access to the Arts is a private foundation in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $5,790 in 13 grants; the typical grant was $956 and the largest $1,748. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$5,790
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$956
- Largest grant$1,748
- Assets$8,640
Giving in 2025 was down from $7,185 the year before.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $0 | 0 | $0 |
| 2024 | $7,185 | 3 | $6,153 |
| 2025 | $5,790 | 13 | $8,640 |
How to apply
| Contact | Jordanne Park 1416 S Scarlet Oak Trail, Sioux Falls, SD 57110 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (605) 332-4660, jordannepark@gmail.com |
| What to submit | Applications should be submitted by email in portable document format (PDF) with the following information and answers: a. Name b. Picture c. Address of residence d. Email address e. Phone number f. Date of birth g. Current age h. Current school of enrollment i. In 250 words or less, explain (1) applicant's years of involvement in expressive arts, and (2) a description of applicant's expressive arts participation (expressive arts includes, but is not limited to, dance, theatre, drama, music, and other related activities. J. A 250 to 500 word essay stating (1) why the applicant should be considered to receive the scholarship, (2) what area of expressive arts the scholarship will be utilized for, and (3) what the applicant's goals are related to expressive arts and how the scholarship will help them achieve the applicant's goals; and k. Letter of recommendation from mentor or instructor in expressive arts. |
| Restrictions | Open to children 18 years of age or less, participating in an expressive arts program in sioux falls, South Dakota or surrounding community demonstrating a genuine desire to pursue expressive arts, and have a proven track record of interest or participation in expressive arts. Although the board of directors highly prefers applicants to demonstrate prior experience in the area of expressive arts, this is not an absolute and should not deter those who do not have experience from applying. |
Foundation website IRS filings on ProPublica
What Access to the Arts funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in South Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | 13 | $11,845 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| McKenzie Smeby - Britza Performing | Dance classes | $1,748 |
| Katelyn Lund - Britza Performing Ar | Dance classes | $1,508 |
| Kennedy Smeby - Britza Performing A | Dance classes | $1,147 |
| Charlie Lund - Britza Performing Ar | Dance classes | $1,131 |
| Ellie Staebell - Britza Performing | Dance classes | $988 |
| Sophia Sampson - Britza Performing | Dance classes | $956 |
| Isabelle Sampson - Britza Performin | Dance classes | $956 |
| Penelope Frodermann - Britza Perfor | Dance classes | $791 |
| Brieanna Josten - Britza Performing | Dance classes | $621 |
| Neko Degroff - Britza Performing Ar | Dance classes | $611 |
| Alena Shigley - Britza Performing A | Dance classes | $597 |
| Rebecca Jeseritz - Haven Dance | Dance classes | $446 |
| Kennedy Smeby - Haven Dance | Dance classes | $345 |
Officers and trustees
- Jordanne Park
- Tarina Stroth
- Eugene Park
Questions people ask
Does Access to the Arts accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Access to the Arts give?
$5,790 in tax year 2025, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $956.
Who runs Access to the Arts?
Its 2025 filing lists Jordanne Park (President), Tarina Stroth (Vice President) and Eugene Park (Secretary/Treasurer).
What does Access to the Arts fund?
Based on its grants, mainly arts and culture.