It’s been said that all a child needs to succeed is a little help, a little hope, and someone who believes in them. When it comes to our kids, Sioux Falls does more than help, hope, and believe. We’re dedicated to making sure all children succeed, from cradle to career. That’s the mission of Sioux Falls Thrive.
We focus on 4 critical needs for school-age children:
Kid Link
Neighbors and volunteers work to close service gaps that make student achievement difficult.
Affordable Housing
To be a catalyst to influence, advocate for, and support funding for housing development on behalf of the most vulnerable populations in the Sioux Falls area.
Out-of-School Enrichment
Reduce by 50% the number of children aged 5 to 18 left unsupervised during out-of-school time.
Food Security
Create equitable and sustainable access to food in each neighborhood in a dignified and culturally appropriate manner.
Youth Development Collaborative: New Network Helps Teens Connect to Opportunities
The Youth Development Collaborative is creating a new network of agencies and individuals who serve and advocate for youth.
New Director of Communications Brings Experience, Heart to Thrive
Kristy Anderson brings with her more than 30 years of experience in communications and marketing, including 20 years in the non-profit world.
Sioux Falls Childcare Collaborative Announces Community Initiative Coordinators
Nicole Fluth and Rana DeBoer are coordinating team for Community Initiative seeking solutions to local childcare crisis.
Kid Link Terry Redlin Survey Reveals Unique Strengths, Challenges
Terry Redlin survey says teachers, staff, programming and a culture of adaptability help students. But neighborhood needs support.
Childcare Collaborative Builds Partnership with City Leaders, Plans 6-Month Initiative
A Community Childcare Initiative is the result of an advocacy campaign by the SF Childcare Collaborative to ease the childcare crisis.
Pilot Program Paving the Way for Solutions to Childcare Crisis
A pilot program is using outside-the-box thinking to help address the childcare crisis in Sioux Falls.
