There is so much value that can be brought to central South Dakota communities as a result of outside resources. These resources will only bring value to our state if local leaders take the initiative to invest time in planning and implementation efforts. Not all of these resources may be applicable to your situation, but this is a great start for anyone searching for valuable insight.
RECOVERY AND RESILIENCY RESOURCES
Grant Opportunities
Federal Economic Development Grant Announcements
A list of all programs with at least one Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) currently open.
Economic Development Partnership Program
The Economic Development Partnership Program provides grants to non-profit development corporations, tribal governments, municipalities, counties, or other political subdivisions of this state on a matching basis to fund new staff, elevate existing part-time staff, commence or replenish local revolving loan funds, and assist with equipment and training needs.
Heartland Economic Development Grants
A community project that promotes economic prosperity, supports new business opportunities or improves the social and economic well-being of local residents may qualify for the grant program. Only Heartland customers and their economic development corporations are eligible to apply.
USDA Rural Development
USDA Rural Development is committed to helping improve the economy and quality of life in rural America. Through our programs, we help rural Americans in many ways. Together, America Prospers.
AARP Community Challenge Grants
Provides small grants to fund quick-action projects that can help communities become more livable for people of all ages.
SD Dept of Transportation Community Access Grants
These programs provide for 80% of the construction costs of the project, not including engineering or utility work. Grant size is limited to $600,000 for Community Access and Agri-Business Grants and $500,000 for Industrial Park Grants.
Shuttered Venue Operatots Grant Program
Eligible applicants may qualify for grants equivalent to 45% of their gross earned revenue, with the maximum amount available for a single grant award of $10 million. $2 billion is reserved for eligible applications with up to 50 full-time employees.
Land and Water Conservation Fund
Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a federal aid assistance program to help states provide outdoor recreation facilities. The program provides up to 50 percent reimbursement funds for acquisition and development of outdoor recreation projects.
SDCF SD Fund Grant Program
The South Dakota Fund is an unrestricted fund that makes grants to non-profit and charitable organizations across the state in support of culture, economic development, education, financial literacy, health and human services.
Avera rural health initiative
The Avera Rural Health Initiative collaborates with community leaders and other agencies to find solutions to challenges that affect rural health care through educational programs, consulting, community health planning, grant writing and more. Avera Rural Health serves all facilities with an Avera affiliation.
Government resources
SAM.gov
The official site for partnering with the federal government.
Planned UEI number program
Starting on April 4, 2022, the Data Universal Numbering System (DUNS) Number will be replaced by a “new, non-proprietary identifier” requested in, and assigned by, the System for Award Management (SAM.gov). This new identifier is being called the Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
SDDOH COVID-19 Resources
SDDOH continues to monitor the emergence of the novel coronavirus. They are working with the CDC and healthcare partners across the state to prepare for and respond to potential cases.
SD Tourism Marketing Co-Op
In order to attract more guests to our communities and businesses, the Department of Tourism wants to work with you on developing new marketing efforts and campaigns. By creating industry partnerships, we can help make everyone's tourism marketing dollars reach farther into new and emerging markets, further reach target audiences, and show the full scope of South Dakota to potential visitors.
EDA COVID-19 Resources
EDA is helping the country build back better from the pandemic through our CARES Act and ARPA programs. Below are resources to help local economies, communities and regions recover from the coronavirus pandemic including, grant information, frequently asked questions, webinars and more.
SD Housing Rural Assistance Program
Funding provided to South Dakota through the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021 - Emergency Rental Assistance and the American Rescue Plan. The two funding sources will vary in eligibility requirements, eligible uses and required documentation.
CSDED COVID-19 Response hub
This page provides information, maps and resources about the coronavirus response in the Central South Dakota Enhancement District.
Emergency capital investment program
Established by the Consolidated Appropriations Act, 2021, the Emergency Capital Investment Program (ECIP) was created to encourage low- and moderate-income community financial institutions to augment their efforts to support small businesses and consumers in their communities.
Small Business tax credit program
The American Rescue Plan extends a number of critical tax benefits, particularly the Employee Retention Credit and Paid Leave Credit, to small businesses.
PPP Forgiveness program
Borrowers may be eligible for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loan forgiveness.
SD LRC Full Covid-19 report
In total, South Dakota has been allocated $11.08 billion to date. This stimulus money has gone or will go to either South Dakota agencies or local governments, organizations, and citizens. This shows how resources were allocated.
SD GOED
GOED offers an array of financing options to meet the needs of both new and existing companies. Whether you are looking for working capital, workforce training money or a low-interest loan, GOED can help.
Covid data and statistics
BLS Data Finder
Where much of the data comprising the Recovery and Resiliency report were acquired.
South Dakota Data - Johns Hopkins
Explore the most vital information about how COVID-19 has affected your state since the pandemic first officially arrived in the United States in January 2020 – cases, deaths, test positivity, hospitalizations, and vaccinations.
role of regional clusters (pdf)
A database and methodology to help rural areas in the United States assess their regional economic competitiveness to support growth and development strategies.
2020 South Dakota Census data
A state-by-state look at the demographic changes the new 2020 Census results reveal.
Creighton university economic index
From supply chain management to business manager surveys, this site details reports and statistics from rural America.
2021 Tourism Economic Reports
Take a look into state tourism data for information that might make your community more travel friendly and economically resilient.
South Dakota education report
Helping us better understand the impact COVID-19 had on K-12 education in South Dakota.
"Back to normal" index
From your job to your home to your groceries, Covid-19 has disrupted nearly every aspect of life. This dashboard shows how the economy continues to change as we grapple with life during the pandemic. Check back regularly to see how America is recovering and adapting to a new normal.
Lockdowns and mortality rates
Find out more about the impact of lockdowns. on the world's economy and mortality rates due to COVID.
Other Resources
Perry County, Indiana
Perry County has been identified as a vibrant and resilient community. Check out their website to find out why.
Nonprofit Impact study
South Dakota’s nonprofits faced unique and difficult challenges as they responded to the effects of COVID-19. To measure this impact, Benchmark Data Labs worked with a group of collaborative funders to gather data on the challenges faced by South Dakota’s nonprofits.
Independent sector resources
One of the critical lessons of the COVID-19 pandemic is that poor communications can make a devastating crisis exponentially worse. That’s true of communications from leaders, between organizations, and among individuals. These resources aim to help you enhance your communications strategies with clarity, purpose, and creativity.
Tourism Training webinar series
The Department of Tourism’s Webinar Series offers useful & timely information relevant to the tourism industry. On this page, you’ll find information about future webinars, as well as recordings and presentations of previous webinars.
Local first arizona
Explore Local First Arizona's mission to build equitable systems that earn that hometown pride and create a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable Arizona economy.
Heart & Soul Community
Community Heart & Soul is a resident-driven process that engages the entire population of a town in identifying what they love most about their community, what future they want for it, and how to achieve it.
e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems
e2 Entrepreneurial Ecosystems helps communities and regions connect, learn, and share best practices for building sustainable entrepreneurial ecosystems across North America.
Tupelo, Mississippi
This book tells the remarkable story of Tupelo, Mississippi’s emergence as a national model for homegrown community development. Tupelo is located in Lee County, which in the 1940s was one of the poorest counties in one of the poorest states in the nation.
Advance Casper
Advance Casper works WITH, FOR, and is ABOUT the growth and success of our community. Through collaborative efforts and initiatives we work with businesses and community leaders to build our future and create the change we want to see.
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