Dakota Charitable Foundation Inc
Preselected recipients only
Dakota Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation in Rapid City, South Dakota. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.2 million in 19 grants; the typical grant was $15,000 and the largest $250,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$1.2 million
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$15,000
- Largest grant$250,000
- Assets$20.7 million
- New grantees47%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.4 million the year before.
47% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.4 million | 23 | $24.5 million |
| 2024 | $1.2 million | 19 | $20.7 million |
How to apply
Dakota Charitable Foundation Inc says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What Dakota Charitable Foundation Inc funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to South Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | 14 | $858,765 |
| Nevada | 1 | $250,000 |
| Maryland | 1 | $60,000 |
| North Carolina | 1 | $15,000 |
| Washington | 1 | $10,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $1,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Monument Health Foundation | Charitable | $250,000 |
| National Buffalo Foundation | Charitable | $250,000 |
| Oneheart | Charitable | $249,765 |
| Main Street Square | Community improvement | $150,000 |
| Remembering the Children Memorial | Charitable | $100,000 |
| Catholic Relief Services | Counseling for needy | $60,000 |
| Elevate Foundation | Community improvement | $50,000 |
| Black Hills Pow Wow Assoc | Native american | $20,000 |
| Lakota Nation Invitational | Cultural | $20,000 |
| Warren Wilson College | Charitable | $15,000 |
| Wild Foundation | Charitable | $10,000 |
| Cloud Horse Art Institute | Charitable | $5,000 |
| Friends of SD Public Broadcasting | Educational | $5,000 |
| Native Pop - People of the Plains | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Shamus Project Inc | Charitable | $2,500 |
| St Isaac Jogues Catholic Church | Charitable | $2,500 |
| Rescue Network Inc | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Tusweca Tiospaye | Charitable | $1,000 |
| Knights of Columbus | Charitable | $500 |
Officers and trustees
- Margaret Hillenbrand
- Heidi Hillenbrand
- Gretchen Hillenbrand
- Julian Destefano
- Magnolia Arlt
- Tigerlily Arlt
Questions people ask
Does Dakota Charitable Foundation Inc accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dakota Charitable Foundation Inc give?
$1.2 million in tax year 2024, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $15,000.
Who runs Dakota Charitable Foundation Inc?
Its 2024 filing lists Margaret Hillenbrand (Director), Heidi Hillenbrand (Director), Gretchen Hillenbrand (Director) and Julian Destefano (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Dakota Charitable Foundation Inc fund?
Based on its grants, mainly faith communities, arts and culture and education.