Experience the Joy of Giving

Our Why

To provide a “Future Full of Hope” (Jer. 29:11) for the people of eastern South Dakota and beyond.

Our What

Helping people grow deeper in love with Christ by sharing their gifts in gratitude to God.

Our How

We raise, manage and distribute God’s gifts to donor-directed ministries.

Our Impact

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Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2024

2024 Annual Giving Report

The Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern South Dakota (CCFESD) publishes an annual report of financial performance at the end of each fiscal year. These reports are intended to provide financial transparency in the performance and growth of the funds we manage for our donors, as well as demonstrate community support for the work of CCFESD. Our annual report also allows us to express our gratitude to the many generous donors who have established endowments or various other funds for the benefit of our community.  We hope with increased awareness of the funds currently in existence, others will be inspired to be charitable.

Leaving a Legacy

Would you like future generations to experience a life full of faith in Christ’s love? The Catholic Community Foundation provides ways for you to give back and support causes that you believe in for generations to come through a legacy gift.

Explore Ways to Give

The Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern South Dakota strives to provide the most effective tools to achieve the charitable goals of our donors. Learn more about some of our most commonly used tools.

Upcoming Events

The Catholic Community Foundation for Eastern South Dakota produces seven charity events which financially support various ministries throughout the Diocese of Sioux Falls.

Christmas at the Cathedral

December 12-15, 2024

Cathedral of St. Joseph | Sioux Falls

Enjoy an evening of beautiful music and moving storytelling as we celebrate the hope and joy of God’s incarnation at this year’s Christmas at the Cathedral performance, “Go In Peace!”

Christmas at the Cathedral benefits the Bishop Dudley Hospitality House, as well as the ongoing care of the Cathedral of St. Joseph, one of the region’s most significant civic and sacred landmarks. Christmas is not just an historical event or celebration, it is something that happens within each of us every moment of every day. Join us for this truly memorable event!

CCFESD Grants

Funded through donor-directed endowments, CCFESD is able to distribute donor-directed grants on behalf of donors to organizations serving the spiritual, educational and social needs of our Catholic community. Through generous donations to unrestricted endowments, CCFESD’s grant committee can allocate CCFESD-directed grants through an application process to urgent and emerging community needs.

$8.2 million

in donor-directed and CCFESD-directed charitable grants in fiscal year 2024
(July 1–June 30).

Impact Stories

See how your donations impact the members of the Diocese of Sioux Falls and beyond.

Apply for a Grant

Learn how you can apply for a grant offered through our CCFESD-directed grant program.

Stay Connected

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Experience the Joy of Giving

Share your gifts in gratitude to God.

Experience the Joy of Giving

Share your gifts in gratitude to God.