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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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 inspiring charity events, all aimed at bringing people together and raising financial support for beneficiaries and ministries that make a meaningful difference in the lives of individuals and families across the Diocese of Sioux Falls.

Bishop’s Fishing Tournaments

June 1 & 8, 2026
Big Stone City & Pierre

Established in 1996, the annual Bishop’s Fishing Tournaments are held in two locations – on Big Stone Lake in Big Stone City and on the Missouri River near Pierre. These unique family-friendly events include a bass and walleye tournament, an outdoor Mass celebrated by attending clergy, a silent auction, youth games and activities, raffles and an outdoor prime rib dinner. All proceeds benefit seminarian education and formation in the Diocese of Sioux Falls.

CCFESD Grants

Funded through donor-directed endowments, CCFESD is able to distribute 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.

$11.8 million

in donor-directed and CCFESD-directed charitable grants in fiscal year 2025
(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.

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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.