The Western South Dakota Catholic Foundation is now accepting applications for the 2026 Grants & Awards cycle. Catholic ministries, schools, and parishes across the Diocese of Rapid City are invited to apply for funding that helps proclaim the Gospel, strengthen the community of faith, and care for the poor throughout western South Dakota.
Key Dates
Application Opens: Thursday, August 14, 2025
Application Deadline: Wednesday, October 1, 2025
Grant Training: Wednesday, September 3, 2025, 1–3 PM in the Chancery’s Holy Family Room #137 (Zoom option available; session will be recorded)
Zoom link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82975757742
Award Notifications: Wednesday, December 31, 2025
Grant Distribution: Tuesday, July 28th, 2026
Applications must be submitted online by the deadline. Following review by the WSDCF distribution committee, grants will be awarded in July 2026. Learn more about applying for a grant through the Western South Dakota Catholic Foundation.
Impact in Action
In the past year, WSDCF grants supported ministries and organizations such as Catholic Social Services, the Rapid City Newman Center, Cornerstone Rescue Mission, and many rural parishes. These grants helped bring hope, healing, and faith-filled support to people across our diocese.
