Every child,
from cradle to career
SIOUX FALLS THRIVE
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
Reduce by 50% the number of families with school-age children who are virtually homeless during the school year.
Out-of-School Enrichment
Reduce by 50% the number of children aged 5 to 18 left unsupervised during out-of-school time.
Food Security
Provide charitable food resources to remote neighborhoods where 20% of households receive SNAP benefits.
March 4 Film Screening: Starting At Zero
March 4 film screening explores the investment in high-quality early childhood education so that all children can achieve the American Dream.
Bush Foundation Grant Funds New Housing Security Role
Keeping children and their families in secure housing is a top priority for Sioux Falls Thrive’s Housing Action Team.
Kristy Tripp: A Story of Community Action in Riverside
In a surprise announcement, Kristy Tripp and her colleagues recently presented a check from Sammons Financial Group to support scholarships.
