Frequently Asked Questions
Charitable Giving
Charitable Giving Does the SMSC give any money away to charity or other Indian Tribes?
The Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community has a charitable giving program, which comes from a cultural and social tradition to assist those in need. Over the past 16 years, the SMSC has donated more than $229.3 million to Indian Tribes, charitable organizations, schools, and Native American organizations.
Helping others is a cultural value of maximum importance to the Dakota. The SMSC is consistently among the top entities in the state to make charitable grants. The Minneapolis St Paul Business Journal ranked the SMSC the tenth top Minnesota grantmaker in 2011. If considered a foundation, the SMSC would be among the top 10 in the state. If considered a corporate giver, the SMSC would be one of the top 10 corporate givers in the state.
How do I apply for a donation?
Representatives of charitable organizations, schools, and Indian Tribes can submit a letter of request with all pertinent details (five pages or less) and contact information to SMSC Donations, 2330 Sioux Trail NW, Prior Lake, Minnesota 55372.
Does the SMSC get a tax break for giving charitable donations?
The SMSC does not get any tax break or credit for charitable donations. The SMSC charitable giving program is part of the Dakota cultural legacy passed down for generations to help out those in need.
Does the SMSC provide small business loans or grants?
No.
