Supporting the Watertown Area
Area School Partnership Program
The Foundation awards grants to schools within a 30-mile radius of Watertown on an annual basis for public education projects which are beyond the scope of the regular school budget.
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Artwalk
The Artwalk idea began through the community visioning process H2O-20. Through the support of the Watertown Area Community Foundation, City of Watertown, Joy Nelson, Gray Construction, Sioux Falls SculptureWalk, WACF Giving Back 365, Sculpture Sponsors and Friends of Artwalk, the effort continues to grow and enhance our community while bringing in an array of sculptures for all ages to enjoy.
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Christmas Tree Fundraiser
Fifteen local non-profit organizations decorate Christmas trees at the library to raise funds for their organization by getting votes from the community.
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Giving Back 365
You give $365, a dollar a day to make our community better. Through Giving Back 365 you will engage in philanthropy with your peers. Together, we will make Watertown a better place to live, work and raise a family.
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Sea of Goodwill
Established to help Veterans, their families and employers of veterans who need assistance through a one-stop call center.
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Women & Giving
Started in 2004 to educate and inspire women to become leaders in philanthropy.
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Area Relief Fund
The Watertown Relief Fund is a fund established by the Foundation to support emergency needs of nonprofits organizations, groups and churches in their increasing efforts to serve others during the recent storm devastation.
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Youth Council
Started in 2001 with the notion that young people care about others and would like a voice in the issues, challenges and opportunities they face now and in the future.
