https://www.growsd.org GROW South Dakota News Feed Fri, 15 May 2026 20:42:16 +0000 en-US https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/67445/grow-south-dakota-receives-341250-through-the-federal-home-loan-bank-des-moines-member-impact-fund https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/67445/grow-south-dakota-receives-341250-through-the-federal-home-loan-bank-des-moines-member-impact-fund Mon, 04 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 GROW South Dakota is pleased to share that we recently received $341,250 through the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines (FHLB Des Moines) Member Impact Fund grant program to advance our vision of growing sustainable communities through housing, community, and economic development. This investment provides critical operational support to... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/67363/want-to-work-less-tomorrow-start-budgeting-more-today! https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/67363/want-to-work-less-tomorrow-start-budgeting-more-today! Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Budgeting isn’t exactly a popular topic to talk about. Who likes the idea of not getting what we want?Instead of looking at a personal household budget as something to hold you back from making an amazing purchase or buying something you love, it's actually a really cool tool that acts... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/67417/making-rural-voices-heard-marcia-erickson-receives-founders-award https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/67417/making-rural-voices-heard-marcia-erickson-receives-founders-award Fri, 01 May 2026 05:00:00 +0000 Marcia Erickson grew up on a cattle farm in rural South Dakota where neighbors knew and took care of one another. If one neighbor fell ill or got hurt when it was time to bring in the corn, the others were ready to help. “The crops can’t wait,” Erickson said... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/67337/are-you-in-the-market-for-business-lending-in-south-dakota https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/67337/are-you-in-the-market-for-business-lending-in-south-dakota Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0000 For over four decades, GROW SD has been on a mission to support entrepreneurs across South Dakota through affordable business financing.Whether you’re looking to purchase real estate, equipment, or inventory to grow and scale your operations, as your partner in economic growth, we’re here to help. Both startups and existing... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/66199/dreaming-of-buying-a-home-we-offer-down-payment-assistance! https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/66199/dreaming-of-buying-a-home-we-offer-down-payment-assistance! Mon, 19 Jan 2026 06:00:00 +0000 For over 40 years, GROW South Dakota has been a key player in promoting homeownership throughout the state.But did you know that as a statewide lender, we can also provide new and potential residents with down payment assistance?Down Payment Assistance in South DakotaWe understand that saving for a down payment... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/65084/from-learning-to-earning-laurens-story-of-professional-growth https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/65084/from-learning-to-earning-laurens-story-of-professional-growth Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Lauren, Owner of Oldies Grill and Lounge in Bowdle, SD, took on the challenge of completing and passing 10 digital literacy classes through GROW South Dakota’s Learn to Earn a Device Program. Through this initiative, Lauren not only gained valuable digital skills but also received a Chromebook—a tool that isalready... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/65085/impact-story-building-a-stronger-community-in-sisseton https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/65085/impact-story-building-a-stronger-community-in-sisseton Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 With the challenge of safe and affordable housing affecting many communities, William was determined to make a difference in the town where he grew up. He reached out to GROW South Dakota to inquire about a business loan to purchase and renovate rental homes throughout the community of Sisseton, South... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/65086/impact-story-grow-south-dakota-empowers-a-young-couple-to-build-a-future https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/65086/impact-story-grow-south-dakota-empowers-a-young-couple-to-build-a-future Wed, 15 Oct 2025 05:00:00 +0000 When Hannah applied for a mortgage loan through traditional financing, she was denied. Despite having an established credit line, her fiancé had no credit history, and the property they hoped to purchase—a farm site—made securing a loan even more difficult.Thankfully, the loan officer referred Hannah to the housing lending team... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/64086/wells-fargo-invests-1-million-toward-rural-small-businesses-in-south-dakota https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/64086/wells-fargo-invests-1-million-toward-rural-small-businesses-in-south-dakota Tue, 12 Aug 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Akiptan and GROW South Dakota receive grants to expand economic  opportunity for rural and tribal entrepreneurs statewide Mobridge, SD – Aug. 11, 2025 – The Wells Fargo Foundation recently announced a  $1 million philanthropic investment to support small business growth across South  Dakota, with a focus on empowering entrepreneurs in rural... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/63110/celebrating-neighborworks-week-honoring-our-legacy-and-looking-ahead https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/63110/celebrating-neighborworks-week-honoring-our-legacy-and-looking-ahead Fri, 06 Jun 2025 05:00:00 +0000 Each year, NeighborWorks Week offers a special opportunity to reflect on the impact of community development and the power of partnerships. As we celebrate this week, we are proud to honor our journey as a chartered member of NeighborWorks America since May 2007. From the very beginning, our mission has been... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/61150/heating-up-hope-catherines-quest-to-replace-her-50yearold-furnace https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/61150/heating-up-hope-catherines-quest-to-replace-her-50yearold-furnace Fri, 17 Jan 2025 06:00:00 +0000  Catherine Ramsell was in a bind. She knew that she needed to replace her 50-year old furnace, but had no idea where to start. Being on a fixed income, she was unsure of whether or not she would be able to come up with the money to replace an entire... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/60033/chasing-dandelions-brings-play-therapy-to-aberdeen https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/60033/chasing-dandelions-brings-play-therapy-to-aberdeen Mon, 28 Oct 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Autumn Neigel founded Chasing Dandelions Play Therapy and Counseling Services, a one-of-a-kind business in her community. As she embarked on her counseling journey, she quickly recognized a significant gap in mental health services for young children. "I saw a need to work with young children in mental health where previously,... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/58884/fun-time-rentals-kicks-off-their-business-with-the-help-of-grow-south-dakota https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/58884/fun-time-rentals-kicks-off-their-business-with-the-help-of-grow-south-dakota Tue, 20 Aug 2024 05:00:00 +0000 Starting a business can be overwhelming, and financing is just one piece of the puzzle. Fortunately, GROW South Dakota has knowledgeable staff who are ready to help you get started. When Derek Diedrich, owner of Fun Time Rentals, was planning his venture, he sought advice from a local banker who... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/54267/a-journey-to-homeownership https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/54267/a-journey-to-homeownership Tue, 21 Nov 2023 06:00:00 +0000 It was a journey filled with ups and downs, but Alexis's dream of purchasing her first home became a reality with the help of GROW South Dakota. Her story is a testament to the organization's commitment to supporting individuals on their path to homeownership.Alexis had always dreamed of having a... https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/53569/from-electric-to-solar https://www.growsd.org/news-&-events/p/item/53569/from-electric-to-solar Mon, 23 Oct 2023 05:00:00 +0000 For more than 40 years, Grow SD’s mission has been providing innovative advancement of housing, education, and economic opportunities throughout South Dakota. David Lau utilized Grow SD’s services that support business owners through loans and business technical assistance. Lau owns Lau Repair and Trucking, located in rural South Dakota, and has...