The South Dakota Nonprofit Network (SDNN) is committed to providing the Nonprofits across South Dakota a network to support them. SDNN supports advocacy, education, and collaboration through annual meetings, training, connectivity, and other resources.

Provides professional, confidential, and no-cost business consulting services and training to individuals starting or growing their business. Provides assistance with government contracting and international trade. Business licensing information This office does not provide business licenses/registration but can help answer questions and provide helpful information about what licenses are required for various businesses as well as the contact information for those departments/agencies.

Provides professional, confidential, and no-cost business consulting services and training to individuals starting or growing their business. Provides assistance with government contracting and international trade. Business licensing information This office does not provide business licenses/registration but can help answer questions and provide helpful information about what licenses are required for various businesses as well as the contact information for those departments/agencies.

Provides ongoing training and technical assistance to adults who are involved in day-to-day care of young children and offers services to support parents, child care providers, teachers and others involved in early care and education of children birth to 12 years of age. Services include: - Face-to-face and online early childhood education on issues such as child development, age appropriate activities, effective guidance, program management, and CPR/First Aid certification. - Resource lending libraries with information on social emotional observations, recommendations and guidance for children using difficult behaviors. - Child Care referral for parents looking for licensed and registered child care providers. - Host site for the South Dakota Child Safety Seat Program - Coordinates the Starting Strong Preschool scholarship program, the Responsive Parenting class, Child Development Associate credentialing and other programs.

Run through the Center for Disabilities, located at the University of South Dakota Sanford School of Medicine, the Oyate Circle is a resource, education, outreach and training effort serving Native Americans with disabilities in South Dakota. In the Lakota language, Oyate translates as the people. Oyate Circle conducts education and outreach campaigns to heighten public awareness about the needs of Native Americans with disabilities, and to inform Native Americans and tribal communities about programs and opportunities available through the Oyate Circle and other institutions and agencies.

A nonprofit organization that provides businesses with education, awareness and resources to promote the successful employment and inclusion of people with disabilities. Educational opportunities such as National Disability Employment Awareness Month events, WINDMILLS training to break down attitudinal barriers towards people with disabilities, service animals, and Disability Etiquette training. Recognition of businesses that employ people with disabilities with a Disability Inclusion Partner Program Award. Resources regarding tax incentives, workplace accommodations, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

Offers access to resources such as training, videos, curricula, and books on topics surrounding the issues of alcohol, tobacco, other drugs, and violence related issues. Training and resources are offered around mental health first aid and suicide prevention. Provides services to 21 counties in the N.E. region of South Dakota. Also, has DisposeRX packets available, which is a home disposal solution for prescriptions. A person just adds warm water into the pill bottle and empties the packet in the bottle as well. Shake it up for 30 seconds and dispose. Available to anyone in the 21 counties in the N.E. region of South Dakota (the HSA coverage area).

Provides technical assistance, training, and resources to families and service providers of children (birth - 21) with varying levels of both hearing and vision loss. Services are geared toward improving educational outcomes for children of all ages in order to help prepare them for eventual transition into adulthood. Technical assistance and support services include: Understanding vision and hearing loss Developing communication skills Using accommodations and technology Assisting with the development of educational plans and meaningful strategies Daily living skills and transitioning across life stages Trainings include: on-site on-line (Dakota cohorts training in deaf-blindness) Information and resources Include: guides and handbooks, links to state and national resources, Wegner library resources, deaf-blind topic pages

Assist with every aspect of starting a business, including: - Developing a business plan - Obtaining financing - Marketing products and service - Managing the company Find an electronic start up kit by looking under resources at: www.sba.gov/sd

The clinical team at PsychArmor supports individuals by: - offering a listening ear and informed guidance - selecting relevant and applicable courses - providing local and national resources for additional support services. - providing assistance to individuals working with or caring for Veterans

Provides professional, confidential, and no-cost business consulting services and training to individuals starting or growing their business. Provides assistance with government contracting and international trade. Business licensing information This office does not provide business licenses/registration but can help answer questions and provide helpful information about what licenses are required for various businesses as well as the contact information for those departments/agencies.

Strives to ensure that all learners - especially English Language Learners (ELL), economically disadvantaged learners and minority students - have the supports they need to achieve academic, career, and life goals. Services include parent/family training, teacher/administrator training/PD, tip sheets/printed materials, learning packets/books, webinars, videos, newsletter(s), toolkits and resources to support Family Engagement, and family friendly walk-throughs.

Providing businesses with education, awareness, training, and resources to promote successful employment of people with disabilities.

Empowering aspiring entrepreneurs and business owners by learning about your business and career goals, hosting in-person and virtual workshops, webinars, networking events and conferences, and one-to-one free and confidential advising.

First Nations works to improve economic conditions for Native Americans through technical assistance and training, advocacy and policy, and direct financial grants in these key areas: Stewarding Native Lands Nourishing Native Foods and Health Strengthening Tribal and Community Institutions Investing in Native Youth Achieving Native Financial Empowerment First Nations serves Native American communities throughout the United States.

One stop shop for Regional Economic Development programs including SBA 504 Loan Program through Black Hills Community Economic Development, Rushmore Region Economic Development Alliance, Small Business Development Center, West River Revolving Loan Fund, South Dakota APEX Accelerator, Manufacturing & Technology Solutions, and Black Hills Council of Local Governments.

Provides the following: - Workforce development training - Basic adult education - Computer skills training - CPR certification - English language classes - Citizenship preparation - Career development - Job readiness preparation and test proctoring (in Central SD) - Training and support for child care providers - Computer lab - Free wifi - Parenting classes - Online GED preparation classes - Test proctoring - Corporate training - Employment training - Information & referral for immigrants & refugees - Child Care Resource & Referral Agency (CCR&R) - Training and technical assistance for child care providers - Barton Tutoring for individuals with dyslexia - Tutoring services

Sioux Falls Thrive was created as the community cradle-to-career workforce development initiative in 2017 by a group of local leaders. Today, Thrive is identified as a proven collaborator in finding sustainable solutions that ensure Sioux Falls children succeed. As a volunteer-based organization, Thrive harnesses the power of Collective Impact by bringing existing community resources together to work collaboratively. The goal is to kickstart action-based solutions to the issues that inhibit student success, particularly in the areas of food security, affordable housing and out-of-school time. Thrive facilitates the work of collaborative teams and encourages these community leaders to think innovatively to solve the issues that they are​ so passionate about. Participating organizations pay none of Thrive's expenses.

Services include: Community Coaching - Community coaching starts with learning new ways of working together by practicing it. The program teaches participants how to involve more people in shared decision-making. This program is customizable: to host a community event, a strategy retreat, or dive in to practicing this process for 24 months. Community Development Loans - Loans available to rural economic development organizations, housing authorities, and other community development financial institutions. This program connects capital from regional investors with communities ready to make an economic impact. Learning Network - Connects economic development professionals in rural communities with peers to discuss concerns, find inspiration and even brainstorm any time, in real-time. New Markets Tax Credits - Provides new markets tax credit allocation for equity investments in innovative businesses that are shaping their community's future. RuralX - Connect with like-minded, passionate, rural community shapers. RuralX is an annual event that brings together passionate people who think differently about rural life.

Free business assistance is available to GROW South Dakota business borrowers. Ongoing one-on-one consulting is offered for cash flow and sales analysis, pricing, marketing, and customer service regardless of the size or maturity of the business. The loan program is a statewide lender finance new and existing businesses real estate, equipment, inventory, and working capital. Terms and conditions: loan amounts typically range from $250,000.00 to $500,000.00. Term is based on collateral. Inquire about current interest rates. Will partner with banks to provide joint financing.

Provides professional, confidential, and no-cost business consulting services and training to individuals starting or growing their business. Provides assistance with government contracting and international trade. Business licensing information This office does not provide business licenses/registration but can help answer questions and provide helpful information about what licenses are required for various businesses as well as the contact information for those departments/agencies.

The SEPRC works with others across the state to provide prevention resources, training and technical assistance through program development and training. Offers a 12-hour diversion class for individuals aged 17 - 20 years, designed for individuals who may be making high-risk choices and aim to change drinking and drug use behaviors.

Provides free education, consultation, and if necessary, mediation for employers of active Guard and Reserve employees. ESGR is a Department of Defense volunteer organization. ESGR's goal is to support America's employers who share their employees with the nation to ensure our national security.

Provides business information, site location information, demographics and services for growing and relocating businesses, and coordinates economic development strategies for a strong future for the Sioux Falls area. Provides workforce development and career exploration opportunities and programming to increase and secure the talent pool for the Sioux Falls community.

Provides professional, confidential, and no-cost business consulting services and training to individuals starting or growing their business. Provides assistance with government contracting and international trade. Business licensing information This office does not provide business licenses/registration but can help answer questions and provide helpful information about what licenses are required for various businesses as well as the contact information for those departments/agencies.