Foundations that fund organizations in Lower Brule, South Dakota
Worked out from where the grants went, not where the foundations sit.
Funding landscape for Lower Brule nonprofits
5 private foundations gave $635K to Lower Brule organizations in their latest filings; 2 of the 5 that say either way accept applications.
5 grants in total, with a typical foundation's median grant to Lower Brule around $55K. 0 of these funders are based in South Dakota; the rest give here from elsewhere.
- Foundations giving here
- 5
- Accept applications
- 2
- of 5 that state a policy
- Dollars to Lower Brule
- $635K
- latest filings
- Grants
- 5
- Typical median grant
- $55K
- Based in SD
- 0%
- of funders listed
Funders, by dollars given to Lower Brule organizations
| Foundation | Based in | Grants here | Dollars here | Median | Accepts applications | Typical purposes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Margaret a Cargill Foundation | Eden Prairie, MN | 1 | $300K | $300K | Preselected only | Building capacity with native nations |
| The Freeman Foundation | New York, NY | 1 | $250K | $250K | Yes | General support |
| Adams Mastrovich Fam Fdn | St Louis, MO | 1 | $55K | $55K | Yes | General operating |
| National Recreation Foundation Incorporated | Lake Forest, IL | 1 | $15K | $15K | Preselected only | In support of youth outdoor recreation programs |
| Turner Foundation Inc | Atlanta, GA | 1 | $15K | $15K | Preselected only | Further organization's exempt purpose |
Source: IRS Form 990-PF Part XV, latest electronic return per foundation (2026-10-28). "Accepts applications" reflects the foundation's own checkbox on Part XV line 2. Grants to individuals excluded.
Common questions
Which foundations give to nonprofits in Lower Brule, South Dakota?
Margaret a Cargill Foundation, The Freeman Foundation, Adams Mastrovich Fam Fdn, National Recreation Foundation Incorporated, Turner Foundation Inc reported grants to Lower Brule organizations on their latest Form 990-PF.
How do I approach a foundation that doesn't accept applications?
A foundation that checks "contributes only to preselected organizations" on its 990-PF won't review a cold proposal. Look at who it funds, find a shared board member, grantee or advisor, and ask for an introduction. Foundations that accept applications usually list a contact and deadlines in Part XV; we show that text on each foundation's page.
Is this list complete?
No. It covers private foundations (Form 990-PF filers) whose latest electronic return lists at least one grant to an organization in Lower Brule. Community foundations and corporate giving programs file different forms and are not included yet.