Gorgeous green spaces inspire giving for Paul and Mary Ellen Connelly
The Connellys have a long history of bringing beautiful spaces to Sioux Falls.
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A Foundation for the Community
Remodeled historic Depot provides room to grow, collaborate and bring people together.
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Premiere Playhouse grows programs
Starting in the spring of 2025, the Premiere Playhouse will be taking its community education role to new venues – the Community Learning Centers through the Sioux Falls School District.
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Dell Rapids' bike trail grows as community develops
The Sioux River Red Rock Trail in Dell Rapids winds about 5 miles along the southern edge of town and has been a labor of love for nearly two decades. It all began with a conversation between Linsey Duffy and Jill Schumaker.
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A recipe for philanthropy
Kristina Kuehn’s family has a long philanthropic history in Sioux Falls – Kuehn Park is named after them, and their roots go back to the late 1800s. Kuehn decided to continue that tradition with the Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation.
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Community Foundation receives national accreditation
The Sioux Falls Area Community Foundation recently was accredited with Community Foundations National Standards®—the highest standards for philanthropic excellence.
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