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Reach out to Jacqueline Palfy, VP of Communications, with all media requests at jpalfy@sfacf.org or call 605-336-7055. 

Philanthropic Gifts Creating 'A Park Like No Other'

Yesterday marked the groundbreaking of Jacobson Plaza, a transformational project that, when it's complete, will feature a 14,000 square-foot refrigerated ice ribbon and warming house, an inclusive playground, a splash pad, an off-leash dog park, and more. Learn how philanthropy helped bring this special project to life.

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Why the Future of Sioux Falls Depends on What’s Happening After School

We believe that’s happening to our kids after school and in the summer affects everyone in our community — whether you have school-age kids or not. That’s because if kids aren’t being cared for, nurtured, and inspired after school and during the summers, they’re less likely to succeed on all fronts — academically, socially and economically.

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A Winning Combination: The Supporting Organization

Choosing the right philanthropic vehicle is key to helping your clients find the joy in giving while reaching their philanthropic goals. A Supporting Organization meets the unique needs of donors by offering a high degree of autonomy combined with back office support from the Community Foundation.

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Case Study: Giving in Retirement

Across Sioux Falls, business owners are generous, philanthropic leaders. But philanthropy is a journey that can change during the different seasons of life. We’re helping local business owners navigate new chapters of philanthropy in retirement.

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