Leveling the Playing Field for Children in Our Community

Leveling the Playing Field for TM Children in our Community Annual Report 2019 A Letter From Our Chief Executive Officer

For more than 54 years, Youth & Family Services (YFS) has addressed some of our community’s most pressing issues impacting children and families. To be responsive to these needs, YFS has expanded services, developed programs, and implemented well- researched, innovative solutions to address root causes of issues. The breadth and depth of our programs have proven to be exceptionally successful in increasing the well-being of children, birth through age 18. It’s an honor and a privilege to present this report highlighting some of our accomplishments from this past year. Many of these achievements were made possible because of the wonderful support and involvement of concerned individuals, organizations, businesses, and foundations.

It is the vision of Youth & Family Services that children in western South Dakota will develop healthy bodies, inquiring minds, wholesome relationships, compassionate hearts, creative spirits, the convic- tion to stand up for themselves and others, and the courage to build a better society. This vision is a roadmap for creating a healthy community where people live in harmony and children grow, learn, and thrive.

Over the past year, YFS has made great progress toward accomplishing this vision. The most noticeable is construction of our East Adams Street Campus Expansion. This is scheduled to be completed in the spring of 2020. Much effort has been placed into designing an addition that promotes optimal learning for children, especially during the years of significant brain development. With almost 90% of brain development occurring by the age of five, exposing young children to quality learning experiences is critically important to their development and future academic and financial success. The second most significant brain development occurs as youth enter adolescence. This can be a challenging time for youth as their bodies undergo enormous changes, social interactions get complicated, and life becomes tremendously more challenging and confusing. Mentor- ing, coaching, and exciting programs provided by YFS will assist youth as they transition into adulthood. Having adequate programming space makes it possible for YFS to provide these opportunities to children and families in our community.

As you read through this year’s annual report, I hope you are proud of the part you’ve played in impacting children. As part of this great community, we share a responsibility for the future of our society. By exercising compassion for our neighbors, we’re building a foundation for prosperity while inspiring others to stand up and make a difference.

Susan Fedell Chief Executive Officer Youth & Family Services Board of Directors 2018–2019 YFS Leadership

Margo Julius, President JC Joyce, Secretary Chief Executive Officer Tonya Johnson, Vice President Greg Schweiss, Treasurer Susan Fedell

Sen. Stan Adelstein Pat Goetzinger Hon. Craig Pfeifle Program Directors Charles Arbeiter Kenna Hagan Karen Raben Darcie Decker, Nutrition Services Scott Barbour Mary Helland Jenny Schmidt Shelly Flack, Girls Inc. of Rapid City Dr. Dale Berkebile John Hey Mike Stec Kyle Blada April Hix Dr. Willis Sutliff Liz Kelso, Home-Based Head Start Malcom Chapman Greg Hollibaugh Dan Warren Corey Kennedy, Family Support and Jeff Denison Roger Johnsen John Way Advocacy Services Angie Dietrich Lloyd LaCroix William White Vicki Lowry, Rapid City Head Start Gogie Enstad Gary Larson Terry Whiting Steve Flanery Kathy Letner Cathy Williams Amanda Moriarty, Child Development Pam Fritz William May Phil Zacher Center Jeff Fullerton Judee Oldham Maureen Murray, Mental Health and Shawn Gab Raven Osborn Prevention Services

Administrative Staff YFS Foundation Board of Directors 2018–2019 Kelly Aves, Executive Administrative Assistant John Way, President Dr. Nadene Deiterman-Greni, Grants Lloyd Sohl, Vice President Coordinator Pat Lebrun, Treasurer Janet Gundersen-Powers, Chief Pat Goetzinger, Secretary Financial Officer Tyrel Hoon, Information Technology Gary Brown John Murphy Greg Hunter Dan Warren Director Jerred Koppmann Terry Whiting Mandi Johnson, Finance Controller Michelle Lintz Margo Julius, Ex Officio David Miller, Chief Program Officer Debra Nehring, Grants Coordinator Brianna Nelson, Communications YFS Legacy Society Advisory Board 2018–2019 Coordinator Connie Olson, Chief Development Eunice Johnson, Chairperson Officer Loretta Hill Sharon Oney, Chief Grants Officer Brian Ogle Mike Smith, Chief Program Advancement and Facilities Officer

Girls Inc. of Rapid City

• This past year 952 girls, ages 6-17, engaged in Founded in 1965, Girls Inc. of Rapid City was Youth programs that inspired them to be strong, smart, & Family Services’ first program. Girls, ages 6-17, are and bold. able to participate in fun and exciting educational and • YFS’ Girls Inc. delivers research-based, educa- recreational activities in a safe and nurturing tional and recreational programs in a fun, interac- environment, year-round. tive way. Programs are designed to encourage girls to take risks and master physical, intellectual, and emotional challenges. Throughout the year, YFS’ Girls Inc. focuses on the whole girl through a girls have the opportunity to utilize the computer combination of long-lasting mentoring relationships, lab, receive homework help, engage in individual a pro-girl environment, and research-based program- and team sports, participate in community service projects, explore the arts, and go on excursions ming. Our program highlights community action, to learn about and explore our community. Sev- sports, health, careers, and life planning. Girls are eral key areas of focus include: math and science equipped to set goals, overcome obstacles, improve education, pregnancy and drug abuse prevention, academic performance, become more self-reliant, basic life skills, media literacy, economic literacy, adolescent health, increasing self-confidence and lead fulfilling and productive lives, and become role body awareness, violence prevention, and environ- models in their community. mental education.

• The YFS Girls Inc. Operation SMART (Science, Activities at YFS’ Girls Inc. are designed to be Math, and Relevant Technology) program encour- developmentally stimulating and age-appropriate and ages girls to engage in science and math activities are implemented in a creative environment. and investigate nontraditional, technical/vocational, or scientific careers. In the past year,558 girls explored, had fun, and got messy through hands- on activities, career mentoring experiences, and laboratory experimentation. “I can’t even tell you how much I appreciate Girls Inc. My daughters have been given so many opportunities to do things here they couldn’t • During the school year, the YFS Girls Inc. Literacy have done otherwise. I’m also grateful for the literacy program and Program provides extra hands-on activities and support to girls in kindergarten through third grade the homework help. Both girls have better grades this year because who have been identified as reading below their of those programs.” grade level. In the summer, Readers Corner is available to all girls, kindergarten through fifth grade. Reading is encouraged in the summer to -Mary*, keep the girls learning all year. In the past year, Mother of two girls enrolled in YFS’ Girls Inc. of Rapid City 595 girls benefited from the YFS Girls Inc. Literacy Program. In addition, 639 children also participated in other literacy-focused programming. *Names have been changed to protect the privacy of our clients.

Child Development Center

• YFS’ Child Development Center provides qual- The YFS Child Development Center offers quality ity care, a highly qualified staff, and a nurturing care, a highly qualified staff, reasonable rates, and a environment for children, ages 4 weeks through welcoming environment for children, ages 4 weeks fifth grade. This past year,409 children engaged in educational and recreational activities designed to through fifth grade. YFS’ Child Development foster their overall development. Of those 409 chil- Center is one of the only facilities of its kind in the dren, 120 were infants and toddlers, 188 attended Rapid City area that focuses on the unique needs of preschool, and 101 participated in the school-age low-income families. program. • The YFS Child Development Center focuses on YFS’ Child Development Center is licensed by the meeting the unique needs of low-income families. state of South Dakota and is recognized for its Thanks to support from the United Way of the Black Hills, we continue to maintain a low-income client experienced, caring staff. All YFS Child Development base of 79 percent. Of the children enrolled at YFS’ Center teachers possess four-year degrees in Child Development Center, 50 percent come from education, child development, or related fields. In single parent households and 61 percent are of a minority race. addition, staff members are provided with a minimum of 20 hours of annual child care training. • To better meet the needs of families living in poverty, we have incorporated Head Start/Early Head Children enrolled in YFS’ Child Development Center Start into our programming. Children, ages 4 weeks to 5 years, enrolled in this option receive devel- benefit from a wide variety of activities in a facility opmental screenings, family services assistance, designed for young children. Children utilize our health and wellness education, counseling services, on-site gymnasium, computer room, library, and and nutrition services. Last year, 120 children received Early Head Start services and 91 children teaching kitchen in addition to an outdoor playground received Head Start services. and their classrooms. Additionally, guest speakers and excursions enhance and expand learning • Throughout the past year, children enrolled in YFS’ Child Development Center were able to experience opportunities. more than 100 field trips to more than60 different locations throughout the Black Hills. During these “We love the Child Development Center. They’re always doing so many trips, children are able to engage in alternative educational opportunities that allow them to experi- fun activities and projects. My kids are always excited to go in the ence wildlife, nature, museums, and more. Excur- morning and are happy when I pick them up af ter work. You can tell sions introduce children to topics and locations they may not otherwise have the opportunity to explore. their teachers really care about them.” In addition, the YFS Child Development Center planned and hosted 20 center-based events for all -Jessa*, enrolled families to attend. Mother of two children enrolled at YFS’ Child Development Center

Counseling Center

The YFS Counseling Center staff members are • The YFS Counseling Center served 800 undu- dedicated to helping young people find a sense of plicated youth and adults in the last year through assessment, counseling, and psychosocial group worth, identity, and meaning through counseling, crisis facilitation. intervention, and when possible, family involvement. The fully licensed therapists specialize in a variety of • From July 2018 to June 2019, YFS’ Youth Trau- therapeutic approaches including: play, art and sand ma Center screened 718 children and family therapy, abuse and trauma coping techniques, and members for traumatic stress, completed 206 trauma assessments, and provided 311 children chemical dependency and prevention counseling. and 29 parents with trauma related treatment; 42 children were referred to other providers. With a strong record of building genuine, caring YFS’ Youth Trauma Center also provided train- relationships with clients, staff are able to create ing, information, and resources to more than 373 effective channels of communication and interact with mental health professionals, employees of youth- serving organizations, and community members. children in ways they can understand. YFS counselors foster, nurture, and rebuild healthy family relationships • This past year, YFS’ Counseling Center provided that can influence a lifetime of positive change. assistance and support at no cost to 55 individuals who were victims of crimes, thanks to a grant from Victims of Crime Assistance (VOCA), a All YFS counselors have master’s degrees in program of the Department of Social Services. counseling as well as specialized training in issues related to children, families, and trauma. • Last year, the Intensive Family Services Program served 43 previously unserved youth and their families. This program is designed to help increase the number of families who develop the skills necessary to maintain a safe, nurturing, and stable family environment in order to prevent the out-of-home placement of children “It took me awhile before I felt comfortable enough to open up to my for behavioral or criminal issues. counselor, but when I did, it was such a relief to have someone to lis- ten to me. Just feeling like I was finally being heard helped. And every • Throughout the past fiscal year, the YFS Coun- week I feel like I get a little bit better.” seling Center provided bi-monthly counseling services at Crazy Horse School in Wanblee, S.D. to 42 individual students. -Amy, age 17*, Counseling Center client

Fatherhood First

YFS’ Fatherhood First is designed to educate • Research has established that male families, staff, and the community about the role models play an important role in the importance of fathers in the lives of children social, cognitive, and mental health development of children. The YFS Fatherhood through a hands-on curriculum. First program helps fathers understand and embrace the vital role they play in The goals of the program are to increase the their children’s lives. amount of time fathers spend with their children; expand fathers’ knowledge of child development; • In the past year, YFS’ Fatherhood First create a network of support for fathers in collabo- program provided quality programming to ration with other family advocacy agencies in the 114 fathers or male role models through community; instill parenting skills and empower 13 father/child activity socials, family gath- erings, Love and Logic parenting classes, men in their roles as fathers; and change the public and a weekly advocacy and support group perception of men in their roles as fathers. for intimate partner violence offenders.

• This past April, YFS’ Girls Inc. staff collaborated with the Fatherhood First program for their 11th annual Father/Daugh- ter Dance. The theme of this year’s event was “Mardi Gras”! The evening, filled with food and fun, helped strengthen the bond between girls in the program and their fathers or father figures.

“I’ve been bringing my daughter to the Father/Daughter dances for years. I always look forward to it. We rarely get to do things, just me and her, so it’s special. It helps me connect with her.”

-Steve*, Father of a girl enrolled in YFS’ Girls Inc. of Rapid City

Health Advocacy

Youth & Family Services’ Health Connections and Boys’ • YFS’ Health Connections is an innovative, referral- Health Program are intensive case-management programs based program that works to meet the physical, mental, and social health needs of at-risk girls, ages offered to girls and boys, ages 5-18, who have unmet mental, 5 to 18, by connecting them with medical, dental, physical, and social health needs. and mental health service providers in the community. Health Connections advocates provide the girls Children with unmet health needs can be referred to these with mentorship and support, transport them to and programs by school counselors, teachers, parents, and from appointments, work closely with their family and school to ensure their success, instill the importance health and social service agencies. of responsibility and self-esteem, and assist the girls in learning and developing patterns of behavior that Each child is assigned an advocate who: will enhance their health. Numerous providers and • Assesses each child’s individual needs agencies collaborated with YFS to ensure the health needs of 69 girls were met in the last year. • Develops case management plans • Connects them with the appropriate medical, dental, and • From July 2018 to June 2019, 87 boys received mental health care services within the community services through the YFS Boys’ Health Program. • Offers referrals for tutoring or other services to meet their This program offers extensive and intensive health advocacy services to boys, ages 5-18, who are at individual needs risk of developing physical, mental, or social health • Works with their families and schools to ensure their problems. Boys are referred to the program by school academic success counselors, teachers, parents, and health and social • Assists them in learning and developing patterns of service agencies. The Wise Guys reproductive health behavior that will enhance their health and healthy relationships program also reached 153 adolescents this past year. This course was con- • Emphasizes the value of regular school attendance and ducted at the Juvenile Services Center, Sturgis Middle good study habits School, North Middle School, and with clients enrolled • Instills the importance of responsibility, self-esteem, and in the YFS Boys’ Health Program. community involvement • Last year, Health Connections and the Boys’ Health Program referred a total of 88 boys and girls to mental Additionally, Health Connections and Boys’ Health Program health therapists, connected 114 to oral health profes- advocates work with children to provide group and sionals, and helped 40 children secure optical care. one-on-one mentoring experiences as well as individualized • Youth & Family Services actively promotes preventive homework help. health and works to improve the health and physical abilities of children in our programs. Our Health “When my grandson was going through one of the toughest times in his Services Advisory Committee is comprised of a wide young life, the Boys’ Health Program was there for him; for all of us, really. cross-section of health professionals and parents who work to advise in the planning, operation, and evalu- My grandson wouldn’t be going to school or getting the counseling he needs ation of the health service programs offered at YFS. without their help.” Our health team works closely with this group to solve -Marlys* problems and brainstorm new ideas for health services and education. Grandmother of a boy enrolled in the Boys’ Health Program

Prenatal to Five Head Start

• Last year, 815 children and their families partici- YFS’ Prenatal to Five Head Start offers no-cost, pated in the YFS Head Start programs. Of those parent-focused preschool programming that is funded by the children, 534 were enrolled in the Head Start por- federal government. During the 2018-2019 school year, YFS’ tion of the program while 281 were served through Head Start programming was offered in seven South Dakota Early Head Start. counties including: Custer, Fall River, Haakon, Jackson, • Several different program options are available Lawrence, Meade, and Pennington. to best meet the needs of children served. All program options offer developmental screen- YFS’ Head Start programs offer developmental opportunities ings as well as health and dental services for to promote school readiness through a variety of activities. children. Support for families is provided through Head Start teachers work with children and their families to educational opportunities for parents, access to develop their skills and set individual goals for each child. Cur- mental health resources, and through prevention programming. YFS’ Prenatal to Five Head riculum and activities are carefully designed to be fun and de- Start recognizes the parent as the child’s primary velopmentally appropriate and to prepare children for a lifetime educator, nurturer, and advocate. Parent involve- of learning. ment is the strength of Head Start and parents are encouraged to be actively involved in their child’s In addition to the educational services provided, YFS’ Head education and growth. Start also offers screening and developmental testing, transportation, services for children with disabilities and • Parents, volunteers, and other community partners play an essential role in helping young children their families, resources for family-oriented counseling, meet developmental milestones. Their assistance educational opportunities for parents, family literacy, alcohol also helps YFS meet the match requirements of and drug dependency prevention, as well as health and the Head Start grant. YFS welcomes donations of dental screenings. goods that can be used to support classroom activities. We recognize that parents and volunteers play a key role in assisting with program management and governance, classroom activities and direct services to children, parent and staff training, and other services. Together with parents, Head Start staff develop individualized education “I speak for my entire family when I say how delighted we’ve been with plans for each child and encourage parents to help our entire Head Start experience. We’ve been so impressed with how identify activities that can be done at home to re- much our son has learned and how much effort everyone puts in to inforce the skills and concepts being taught during home visits or in class. Parents and staff also work making us feel welcomed.” together to address areas where a child may need additional support. Last year, family members and -Michael*, volunteers contributed a total of 142,882 hours, Father of a child enrolled in YFS’ Rapid City Head Start valued at more than $2,763,967, to Head Start!

Nutrition Services

YFS’ Nutrition Services has an experienced and • YFS’ Nutrition Services provided or oversaw the provision of 711,455 meals and snacks to children in the dedicated staff who do more than provide nutritious last year. meals and snacks to children throughout all agency programs and across 21 western South Dakota • Every weekday during the summer, YFS’ Nutrition Services offered free breakfasts and lunches for counties each year. In an effort to combat childhood any child, ages 1-18, through YFS’ Summer Food obesity, staff have committed to promoting positive Program. During the past fiscal year, 32,460 free food attitudes, healthy eating habits, and the breakfasts and lunches were served to children in our community. YFS’ Summer Food Program welcomes importance of nutrition in a child’s physical, mental, walk-in diners at its 410 E. Monroe St. location. Meals and social health, as well as their ability to learn. are also provided to children enrolled in programs at YFS’ E. Adams St. location through the Summer Food Program. In June 2019, YFS received a grant from Each year YFS’ Nutrition Services serves Black Hills Area Community Foundation to cover the well-balanced meals and snacks to children in cost of meals for adults accompanying children to YFS programs and those children receiving care the Summer Food Program. This past summer, YFS also collaborated with Meals on Wheels to serve free from registered in-home child care providers through meals to adults 60 years and older at our open Sum- the Family Child Care Nutrition Program. In addition mer Food Program site. to providing quality nutritious meals and snacks, • The YFS Family Child Care Nutrition Program staff members offer nutrition counseling and partnered with 109 family child care providers in education services. 21 western South Dakota counties to oversee the provision of 473,989 meals and snacks between July 2018 and June 2019. This program helps caregiv- This institution is an equal opportunity provider. ers serve nutritious meals to children, ages 12 and younger. Nutrition staff members visit the homes and centers of the child care providers to offer technical support with menu planning, nutrition education, and program management.

• This past September, we held our 2nd annual Harvest “My family really appreciated receiving fresh vegetables from YFS’ Festival at YFS’ Fullerton Farm in Box Elder. More than guests attended the event. Booths hosted gardens. They’re not something we can always afford at home, and it 550 by a variety of businesses and organizations from the helped stretch our family’s food dollars.” Black Hills area highlighted topics pertaining to health, wellness, nutrition, gardening, and agriculture.

-Mallory* • Last year, YFS’ Nutrition Services staff members Mother of two girls enrolled in YFS’ Girls Inc. of Rapid City monitored and accommodated the special diet and food allergy needs of 115 children.

Stronger Family Program

• YFS’ Stronger Family Program served 934 unduplicated YFS’ Stronger Family Program is a federally-funded, youth and adults in the last year through relationship education, case management and referral, and supplemental no-cost relationship enrichment program that serves curriculum classes. This past year, our Youth Educators de- individuals, couples, families, and high school youth. livered a series of evidenced-based relationship education YFS’ Stronger Family Program provides curriculum, classes to high school students in 9 different area schools. strategies, and activities that support healthy • The Stronger Family Program enrolled 209 new adults in the past year. After completing our relationship education marriages and relationships. Staff assist participants series, 163 individuals and families enrolled in case man- in developing the skills necessary to build strong agement services. Stronger Family Program staff referred 43 participants to other community partners for supplemen- relationships and improve their path toward economic tal services. Many participants also enrolled in a variety of stability, mobility, and employability. auxiliary classes including Blended Family classes, Love and Logic parenting classes, Prime for Life, and Crucial Conversations. The Stronger Family Program provides services in • During this past summer, the Stronger Family Program con- a seven-county geographic area in southwestern ducted two, four-day Leadership Boot Camps for teens in South Dakota. These counties include: Custer, Fall grades 8–12. A total of 113 youths received our relationship education training and participated in leadership develop- River, Haakon, Jackson, Lawrence, Meade, and ment activities. This event was a collaboration between Pennington. YFS’ Stronger Family Program, Rapid City Area Schools, Working Against Violence, Inc., and Youth Voices In Prevention. At the close of each camp, participants shared Funding for this project was provided by the United States their ideas on how to eliminate dating and sexual violence Department of Health and Human Services, Administration for in Rapid City with family members and community lead- ers. Leadership Boot Camp participants continue to work Children and Families, Grant: # 90FM0085. These services together to engage their peers in reducing youth violence in are available to all eligible persons, regardless of race, gender, Rapid City. age, disability, or religion. • This past year, YFS’ Stronger Family Program concluded the youth portion of the Responding to Intimate Partner Vio- lence in Relationships research project that it was selected to do by RTI International in 2017. In the fall of 2018, RTI International approached YFS’ Stronger Family Program to conduct similar research with adult program participants. Our program is the only site in the nation where both youth and adult research is conducted. This research will improve how professionals across the country assist teens and “The classes I took through YFS’ Stronger Family Program were adults with identifying unhealthy relationships and refer them to support services. really helpful. I’ve been around unhealthy people my whole life and this really helped me identify ways to avoid those people in the future.” • YFS’ Stronger Family Program hosted a Community Re- source Fair for YFS staff and67 other community organizations that serve youth, families, and those experiencing poverty. The goal of this event was to build peer-to-peer - Jace* connections and to share resources and referral information Student participant of a Stronger Family Program Active Relationship class with the more than 315 individuals who participated.

Western Prevention Resource Center

• Last year, the WPRC received more than 2,000 The YFS Western Prevention Resource Center requests for materials, services, or resources; (WPRC) assists students, parents, educators, provided training to more than 300 youth in leader- community groups, social service and mental health ship and prevention conferences; and delivered agencies, chemical dependency service providers, prevention education to more than 12,000 youth in western South Dakota. and law enforcement personnel in developing and implementing prevention programs in western • The WPRC also conducted various evidence- South Dakota. based programs and trainings dealing with current issues. Many of these work to support on-going prevention efforts in communities throughout west- YFS’ WPRC, one of three prevention resource ern South Dakota. These trainings are making a centers in South Dakota, serves 24 counties. Services significant difference in reducing underage abuse are provided in cooperation with the Department of of substances such as alcohol, marijuana, and Social Services’ Behavioral Health Services, Division of methamphetamine. Some of the workshops and conferences included statewide drug prevention Community Behavioral Health. and educational programming for professionals; life skills courses; violence prevention; relationship The WPRC is a member of the Regional Alcohol and and teen pregnancy prevention; diversion classes; Drug Awareness Resource (RADAR) Network and is youth leadership conferences; and alcohol, to- bacco, and other drug prevention seminars. An an associate site for the South Dakota Prevention extra emphasis is being placed on opioid abuse Network. and methamphetamine prevention in school and community presentations.

• This past year, the WPRC provided 4 Mental Health First Aid Training courses in western South Dakota. Mental Health First Aid courses teach individuals how to help someone who is developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis, and how to guide them to appropriate resources. The trainings help individuals identify, “We appreciate having the Western Prevention Resource Center and understand, and respond to signs of addictions Youth & Family Services to turn to for advice and guidance while we and mental illnesses. YFS offers two courses: one implement our prevention and education programs at the Newell Public for adults and one for adults who work with youth. Additionally, presentations on the use of metham- School and within our community. Whenever we have questions or need phetamine, opioids, and alcohol were held in a va- resources we can turn to them.” riety of schools and communities in western South Dakota. These presentations impacted more than -Sabrina Harmon, Whatever It Takes Coalition Director 500 youth and adults.

Community Involvement

Kids Fair

Smiling faces, laughter, and excitement filled the air at the 24th Annual Youth & Family Services Kids Fair! This three-day, family-friendly event drew 11,381 children and their families to the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center. Children and families enjoyed educational and culturally rich entertainment, numerous inflatable attractions, train rides, costumed characters, and hands-on activities.Thanks to our sponsors, vendors, and the community, $122,057 was raised for YFS programs and fixed costs. We would like to give a special thanks to our 2019 Hometown Hero and Media sponsors: • Black Hills Surgical Hospital • Haugo Broadcasting • KOTA Territory News • Julius & Simpson, LLC • Hits 102.7 • 95.1 KSKY • McDonald’s • HomeSlice Media Group • Midco • South Dakota Dental Foundation • Hot 93.1 • 93.9 The Mix • Westjet Air Center • Kat Country 98.7 • Classic Hits Q 92-3 • Time Rental Equipment & Sales • KEVN Black Hills Fox • Riverfront Broadcasting • ESPN Rapid City • KICK 104 • South Dakota Public Broadcasting • The Fox 100.3 • KKLS News Talk Radio • Star 106.3 The success of Kids Fair depends not only on the financial generosity of our sponsors, but also on the willingness of community members to give their time. Last year, 750 volunteers collectively gave 3,000 hours of their time at Kids Fair. That’s a value of approximately $56,280!

Diamonds and Denim Dinner Theatre

Youth & Family Services Diamonds and Denim Dinner Theatre is an event designed to showcase YFS programs and share how the services YFS provides impact youth. Funding raised at the event—more than $74,398—allows YFS to continue to meet the needs of underserved children in our community. At this year’s 14th Annual Diamonds and Denim Dinner Theatre, “The Extraordinist” Craig Karges, sponsored by Black Hills Energy and RPM Companies, provided superb entertainment. Our guests enjoyed a delicious dinner provided by Outback Steakhouse and desserts donated by the Black Hills Chapter of the American Culinary Federation. An additional $56,100 was raised in support of YFS’ East Adams Expansion Project. Upon the project’s completion, YFS hopes to serve an additional 2,100 children and their families.

Community Support

• The Altrusa Club of the Black Hills is a service organization that focuses on • Helping to create wonderful childhood memories is a priority for many addressing our community’s needs. For years, this organization has partnered groups. During the holiday season of 2018, airmen and women from Ells- with YFS to ensure that girls at YFS Girls Inc. have access to basic hygiene worth Air Force Base’s 28th Operations Support Squadron and the employ- items they need. This past year, Altrusa expanded the Care Closet to benefit ees of the United States Postal Service in Rapid City helped to make sure children and families enrolled in YFS’ Child Development Center and Head that each and every child at YFS’ Child Development Center received a gift at Start programs. Additionally, Altrusa supports YFS financially and through con- Christmas. The Rapid City Woodworkers Association also distributed hand- tinued volunteer service. We’re grateful to have their involvement. crafted wooden toys to each child enrolled in YFS’ Head Start programs. Ad- ditionally, Star 106.3 and Classic Hits Q 92.3–two of Riverfront Broadcasting’s • The Exchange Club of Rapid City once again partnered with YFS to spon- radio stations–collected 100 Christmas gifts for girls enrolled at YFS’ Girls Inc. sor the gift wrapping booth in the Rushmore Mall during the holidays. In with support from their listeners. December of 2018, the Exchange Club was able to raise $6,526 to support YFS programs. Alumni of the Year

Youth & Family Services’ mission is to support children and their families in being capable, caring, and contributing members of the community. As we celebrate our 54th year of service, we wanted to share some of the accomplishments of two YFS alumni.

Sarah Baker, YFS Head Start Regional Health / Dress for Success

As a young mother, Sarah enrolled her son in YFS’ Head Start program. She chose YFS because she heard great things from other parents in the community about how well their children were cared for.

Sarah thanks YFS for helping teach her leadership skills and introducing her to board governance. “It helped me to realize that I had a voice, and my voice mattered. Every- body deserves this,” she recalled.

Thanks in part to her experiences at YFS, she felt confident pursuing her passion to support others by becoming the Executive Director of the Black Hills Dress for Success. “Every life you touch makes a difference. It matters.” Alumni of the Year

These individuals were nominated because they once attended YFS for part of their developing years, and now as an adult are not only successful, but making a difference for future generations. We are proud to recognize their efforts and showcase the successes of Sarah Baker and Dr. Drew Jorgensen as YFS’ 2019 Alumni of the Year.

Dr. Drew Jorgensen, YFS Child Development Center Regional Health

As a young child, Drew attended YFS’ Child Care—now YFS’ Child Development Center—as both his parents worked full-time jobs. Drew said his parents chose YFS because it was a safe place for him to be. “We always had games to play that were both fun and educational,” he recounted.

While he attended YFS’ Child Care, Drew learned how to socialize with others. “Things like Duck, Duck, Goose and large groups helped you to learn social skills and really how to interact with the world around you.”

Thanks to the supportive and caring environment he felt at the center, Drew felt encouraged to come out of his shell. As an Inpatient Internal Medicine Physician, Drew works with new individuals every day. “I wouldn’t be able to do my job without having the skills that I learned at Youth & Family Services,” he declared.

YFS Foundation and Legacy Society

The YFS Foundation recognizes the following major donors for the • The YFS Foundation continues to 2018–2019 fiscal year, giving $250 or more: make good progress in its Endow- ment and Land/Facilities Improve-

(5) Anonymous Dale and Jacquolyn Fullerton MDU Resources Group Inc. ment Campaign to ensure the Senator Stan and Linda Adelstein Bob and Judy Geis Midland Scientific, Inc. continuation and expansion of criti- Dr. H. Lee and Shelley Ahrlin Walt and Raeanna Gislason David and Robin Miller cal services by building long-term Accurpress America Patrick and Erin Goetzinger Pat and Amanda Moriarty Dr. Reuben Bareis Great Western Bank Robert and Deborah Mudge financial stability for YFS programs. Dr. John Barlow Sterling and Vivian Greni Maureen Murray Since we began our campaign, we Richard and Rebecca Belsaas Keith and Nadene Greni Judee Oldham have received verbal and written Jack and Alexis Benne David Grimsrud Terry and Connie Olson Sam and Joyce Benne Arlene Ham-Burr Sharon Oney pledge commitments and gifts total- Dr. Dale Berkebile James and Kathleen Hastings Bev and Lloyd Paulson Family ing more than $8,644,458. During Black Hills Area Community Tom and Mary Helland Advised Fund the 2018–2019 fiscal year, YFS Foundation Susan and Mike Hencey Donald and Joan Perdue Black Hills Community Bank Dennis and Judy Hengen Pete Lien & Sons Foundation provided $160,697 to Black Hills Federal Credit Union Jim and Sondra Hennen Randy Powers and Janet YFS, Inc. for programs, services, Boston Consulting Group Marnie and Doug Herrmann Gundersen-Powers and fixed costs. Dr. David and Mary Boyer Jim Holter Timothy and Karen Raben Gary and Gloria Brown Ronald and Bonnie Hughes Dr. Ron and Marian Reed Bruce Brugman Greg and Beth Hunter Scheels • This past year, 250 new donors Judy Burgess Kamie Hurd Alan and Patricia Schulte Dr. Raymond and Mary Burnett Independent Insurance Agents of Greg and Melissa Schweiss assisted with Youth & Family Ser- Jason and Melissa Byars Rapid City Jes Scott vices’ efforts to support children Pauline Casey Joe and Janette Jackmovich J. Scull Construction Company and their families in being capable, Casey Peterson, Ltd. Jacquelyn Jensen Randy and Julie Silver CenturyLink Eunice Johnson Mike and Tiffany Smith caring, and contributing members Coca-Cola Bottling Co. High Mandi Johnson Lloyd and Jan Sohl of the community. In addition, 36 Country Ross and Tonya Johnson Stec’s Advertising Specialties, LLC new donors contributed to the Construction Industry Center, Inc. Ross Johnson Design Richard and Frances Stracqualursi Dacotah Bank Nicholas and JC Joyce Duane and Gail Sudman YFS Foundation. Dale and Sheila LeFebre Margo and John Julius Vikki Swallow Dave Schmidt Insurance Agency, Dan and Liz Kelso Janene Trammell-Polk • This past spring, 185 people from Inc. Ketel Thorstenson, LLP Jon and Holly Trimble Darcie Decker James and LaVerne Klinefelter US Bank the agriculture/ranching commu- Taylor Douglas Jerred and Lisa Koppmann Dan and Paula Warren nity came together to celebrate the David and Deanna Emery Donald and Nancy Krebs John and Cindy Way work that Youth & Family Services Rod and Gogie Enstad Deborah Kuehn Terry C. Whiting F. L. Clarkson Family Foundation Constance Nelson Lane Dr. Roger and Diane Wilson is doing in western South Dakota. Susan Fedell L.B. Lane Family Foundation Kevin Wolfe This event, hosted by Dan and First American Title Company Larson Family Foundation First Western Federal Savings Gene and Pat Lebrun Paula Warren, was a terrific oppor- Bank Dale and Sheila LeFebre tunity to showcase YFS programs, Shelly Flack Tom and Kathy Letner meet new friends, and begin Midco Foundation John and Michelle Lintz Thomas and Pamela Walsh Fritz Vicki Lowry building the relationships that are essential to our long-term success. We appreciate the Warrens for hosting this event, Starbucks and Quality Brands of the Black Hills for supplying beverages, Great Harvest Bread Co. and Outback Steakhouse for providing a wonderful meal, and Judy Burgess for donating excellent desserts! Financial Review

Effective Budget Control

YFS has a reputation for effective management of both our human and financial resources. The sources of funding include private donations, government grants and contracts, foundation grants, and fees for services provided. The amount spent on administrative and fundraising costs totals just 14 percent. This compares to the 15 to 25 percent typical for smaller nonprofit organizations. There was a slight increase in the administrative fees this year due to interest paid on the bridge loan for the YFS East Adams Campus expansion. As the bridge loan is paid off, we anticipate the administrative fees will reduce.

Serving Western South Dakota

Thanks to our success in and around Rapid City, YFS now serves thousands of children and families in communities separated by hundreds of miles across western South Dakota. The map at left shows the counties that benefit from YFS programs. Statement of Functional Expenses

An annual certified audit on our complete financial statements was conducted by Ketel Thorstenson, LLP with an unmodified opinion. The full audit with notes is available upon request. Honorariums and Memorials Honorariums Memorials Rod Brady Chuck Albright Phyllis Krebs Monty Schaefer Dee Cope Emma Bauman Julie Larson Gordon Barry Shaide Tona Tribby Norma Brugman Ken and Mary Mann Craig Steinman Tom and Sharon Warner Gerald Cornelius Raen Nielsen Helen Walsh Wick Richard Deschamp Joan Record Frank and Norma Washburn Gary Horsley Dr. Nancy Scofield Mary Jane Wendt Grants and Contracts

On behalf of the children of YFS, we wish to thank all of our donors and partners who have contributed during the past year (July 1, 2018 to June 30, 2019). We want especially to recognize the following major contributors (grants or contracts of $5,000 or more, monetary donations of $250 or more, and in-kind donations of $1,000 or more) for their generosity and compassion. Thank you for helping us provide hope for a brighter tomorrow and empower the lives of children and families in South Dakota. In the 2018-2019 fiscal year, YFS received grants and contracts for specific program purposes as designated by the grantor from the following institutions and foundations:

$1,000,000 and Up U.S. Department of Health & Human United Way of the Black Hills: City of Rapid City Vision Fund Services: Substance Abuse & YFS Girls Inc. of Rapid City U.S. Department of Education: South Mental Health Administration, National United Way of the Black Hills: Dakota Department of Education & Child Traumatic Stress Initiative YFS Child Development Center Cultural Affairs, Child & Adult Care Food U.S. Department of Health & Human United Way of the Black Hills: Program and Child & Adult Nutrition Services: Substance Abuse & Mental YFS Counseling Center Services Health Administration, Drug Free U.S. Department of Health & Human Communities Support Program $5,000 – $24,999 Services: Office of Head Start Adams-Mastrovich Family Foundation $25,000 – $99,999 Black Hills Area Community Foundation: $100,000 – $999,999 1st Interstate BancSystem Foundation Black Hills Impact Giving Circle U.S. Department of Education: South Larson Foundation Bush Foundation: South Dakota Community Dakota Department of Education & US Department of Health & Human Foundation, Community Innovation Cultural Affairs, 21st Century Community Services: Health Resources & Services CenturyLink Family & Work Development Learning Centers Administration, Maternal & Child Health Fund U.S. Department of Health & Human Bureau, Healthy Tomorrows Partnership Gwendolyn L. Stearns Foundation Services: Office of Family Assistance – for Children Izaak Walton League: Rapid City Chapter Healthy Marriage & Relationship U.S. Department of Housing & Urban Sheldon F. Reese Foundation Education Development: Community Development South Dakota Department of Health: Office U.S. Department of Health & Human Block Grant (CDBG), City of Rapid City of Rural Health, Division of Health Services: South Dakota Department of U.S. Department of Justice: South Dakota Systems Development & Regulation Social Services, Division of Behavioral Department of Public Safety: Victims’ U.S. Department of Homeland Security: Health, Prevention Program and Services, Victims of Crime Assistance State Homeland Security Program, Treatment South Dakota Office of Homeland Security Major Contributors

(29) Anonymous Black Hills Dermatology, PC Thomas and Susan Collins ESPN Rapid City 28th Bomb Wing, EAFB Black Hills District Dental Society Colonial House Restaurant Amie Estes 28th Operations Wing, EAFB Black Hills Energy Kelly Commet Zetha Estes 28th Operations Support Squadron, Black Hills Federal Credit Union Community Health Center of the Black Exchange Club of Rapid City EAFB Black Hills Health & Wellness Center Hills Robert and Gayla Fairey 34th Bomb Squadron, EAFB Black Hills LaCrosse Association Community Service Center Trust Fund Farm Credit Services of America 37th Bomb Squadron, EAFB Black Hills National Forest Conrad’s Big C Signs Deanna Farrar 432nd Attack Squadron, EAFB Black Hills Oral-Maxillofacial Surgery Consumer Credit Counseling of the Black Brenda Fauth 93.9 The Mix Black Hills Orthopedic and Spine Center Hills Employees of Fed Ex Ground 95.1 KSKY Black Hills Plastic Surgery Costello, Porter, Hill Law Offices Susan Fedell Henry Acker Black Hills Quilter’s Guild - Project Counts of the Cobblestone Car Club, Inc. Fenske Media Corporation LaVonne Ackerman Warmth Courtesy Subaru, Inc. John and Nicole Fernau Action Mechanical Black Hills Surgical Hospital James and Margaret Cowan First American Title Company Senator Stan and Linda Adelstein Kyle and Don Blada Rodney and Janna Cowling First Federal Savings Bank Advanced Therapeutic Massage Blessed Sacrament Church Dave and Kathy Crabb First Interstate Bank AE2S Dr. James and Maggie Bloom Dr. Michael Crutcher Randal and Rebecca Fisher Blake Alberts Robert and Janet Blumenthal CTC Engineering and Design Co. Fisher Beverage Dr. Robert and Judy Allen David and Patty Booze Jeffrey and Julie Cullum Steve and Mary Helen Flanery Alternative Health Care Center Daniel Bowman Culvers of Rapid City Jim and Jodi Fleming Altrusa Club of Rapid City Thomas and Joyce Bowman Dwight Cundy Katie Fleming American Culinary Federation - Black Boy Scout Troop #1187 David and Carole Cuny Eric and Lisa Flint Hills Chapter Boy Scout Troop #320 Custer School District FMG Engineering American Family Insurance Dr. Nathan and Anna Bradley D & R Refrigeration Service Founders Park Clinic American Family Insurance - Tod and Julie Brink Dacotah Bank Four Seasons Sports Center Dave Davis Donald and Cherril Brown Matthew Dahl Annette Freeman Dr. Angela Anderson Gary and Gloria Brown Dahl Arts Center Thomas Fritz and Pamela Walsh Fritz Dr. Dale and Jeanette Anderson Jerry and Dodie Brown Dakota Claims Service of Rapid City Dr. Larry and Yvonne Froistad Charles and Jill Arbeiter Melissa Brown Dakota Regional Periodontics Dr. Stuart and JoAnna Fromm Arrowhead Country Club Tyler and Lily Bruckner Gia and Tom Danson Dr. Tim and Deb Frost Jack and Tehra Atwater Bruce Brugman Dazzling Colors Employees of Fugro Donald and Lauren Balyeat Pat and Lucy Burchill Dean Foods Dale and Jacquolyn Fullerton Bambino Embellishments Donn and Lisa Burgess Delta Dental of South Dakota Jeff and Karla Fullerton BankWest Judy Burgess Jeff Denison Shawn Gab Scott and Jody Barbour Dr. Raymond and Mary Burnett Dennis DeSmet Rich Gabrielson and Suzanne Lien Mark and Claudia Barry Cabela’s Jeff Devine Gabrielson Batchelder’s Plummer Piano and Organ Canyon Lake Resort Cleon and Adare Diers Mary June Gaffrey Doug and Katie Bates Fred and Leanne Carl Dr. Christopher and Angie Dietrich Employees of GCC Dacotah Rich and Barbara Baumann Greg Carlin Dippin Dots Dr. Jackie Gilbertson Bear Country, USA - Pauline Casey Al and Coralee Carter S. Roy Dishman Mary Gilbertson-Lee Doug and Jane Beisner Casey Peterson, Ltd. Joe and Jolene Dobbs Girl Scouts - Dakota Horizons Sam and Joyce Benne Central States Fair Dollar General Literacy Foundation Diana and Ronald Glover Tyler and Sarah Bergstrom Malcom and Cheryl Chapman Jan Dowlin Jeffrey and Dr. Kimberly Goble Dr. Dale Berkebile Children’s Therapy Services Randy and Margie Downey Jeff and Holly Godber Stephen and Dr. Gail Bernard Chili’s Rose DuBois Patrick and Erin Goetzinger William and Dr. Shana Bernhard Nancy Christensen George Dunham Dr. Michael Goodhope Dr. Marcia Beshara and Robert City of Rapid City, Community Miriam Dunmire GPLocal Rosenquist Development Dr. Egon and Rita Dzintars Granite Automotive Best Western Ramkota Hotel & Estate of June Clark Early Childhood Connections Great Clips Conference Center Classic Hits Q 92.3 Glenda Eckerle Great Harvest Bread Dr. Philip and Joyce Bjork Danielle Cleary Laverne and Myrtle Eich Great Western Bank Black Hills Area Community Foundation Anthony and Brenda Cleberg Dr. Melody Eide Great Western Tire Black Hills Bicycles Coca-Cola Bottling Co. High Country Rod and Gogie Enstad Donald and Doneen Grimm Black Hills Central Railroad Code Ninjas EPIC Outdoor Advertising David and Barbara Gulk Black Hills Community Bank James and Christine Coleman John and Bettie Erickson Laurel Gundersen Major Contributors

Kelly and Susan Gunderson Joe and Janette Jackmovich David Lamb Native Sun News Today Gunderson, Palmer, Nelson & Ashmore, Mike Jansen Landmark Community Church Neumiller Truck & Auto Body, Inc. LLP Jenner Equipment Gary and Kendra Larson Henry E Niles Foundation Rodney and Gloria Gunn Janel Jewett Maree Larson Janize Nissen The Honorable Judge Robert and Ronda Roger Johnsen Gary and Kendra Larson Dr. Jason and Bianca Noble Gusinsky Archie and Shirley Johnson Jessica Larson Patricia Nohr Van Patten David and Diann Habicht Dave and Wendi Johnson Nathan and Ami Larson North Western Warehouse/Allied Van Jim and Carmen Haefs Eunice Johnson Dr. Brett and Pat Lawlor Lines Joel and Kenna Hagan Dave and Laurie Johnson Gene and Pat Lebrun Northwest Pipe Fittings, Inc. Vern Hagedorn Patricia Johnson Richard and Vonda Lee Suzanne Norton Hair Loft Ross and Tonya Johnson Dale and Sheila LeFebre Jameson Ogborn Carol Haivala Ross Johnson Design Company Dr. Raymond E. Lemley Memorial Fund Judee Oldham Jerry and Nan Halvorson Blake and Tracy Jones Tom and Kathy Letner Erika Olson Gary and Patricia Hamilton Curtis and Sue Jones Liberty Superstore Jim and Karen Olson Brad and Jennifer Hammerbeck Nicholas and JC Joyce Employees of Liberty Superstore Terry and Connie Olson John and Kathy Hammond Julius & Simpson Law Office Dr. Rebecca and Scott Linquist Scott O’Meara James and Kathleen Hanley Bob and Bernice Julius John and Michelle Lintz Once Upon a Child Troy and Sheila Hannon Margo and John Julius Linda Lintz OneMain Financial Hart Ranch Jump Craze Lions Downtown Club Sharon Oney James and Kathleen Hastings Monte and Janet Kahler Lions Club/Metropolitan Matthew Opgenorth Reed and Beth Haug Steve and Marty Kalkman Liv Hospitality, LLC Optimists/Rushmore Club Haugo Broadcasting Karges Productions Bill and Peggy Livermont Raven Osborn Jean Hawthorne KAT Country 98.7 Bernita Loucks Ozzie and Beverly Osheim Tom and Mary Helland Jeanne Kelly Lowe’s Home Improvement Outback Steakhouse Dr. Carly Hemmingson Ketel Thorstenson, LLP Arthur and Sarah Ludwick Outdoor Campus West Mike and Susan Hencey KEVN Black Hills Fox Dr. Joe and Nonie Lytle Outside In Jim and Sondra Hennen KICK 104 Max Main and Mary Vroman Pan-O-Gold Baking Company Doug and Marnie Herrmann Ken and Nancy Kirk Main Street Square Papa Murphy’s John and Judy Hey Janet Kirsch Toni Martin Don and Jane Patnoe John W. Hey & Company Kiwanis International of Rapid City Vernon and Barbara Mascher Max and Lacy Patnoe Dr. Briana Hill KKLS William May Rhonda Van Patten Loretta Hill Pamela Klein-Teuber McDonald’s Curt and Cathy Paulsen Hillard Wealth Solutions Group RBC KNBN News Center 1 Brianna McFarland Bev and Lloyd Paulson Family Advised Wealth Management Michele Knock Ryan and Kristi McFarland Fund David and Carla Hillard Knollwood Heights United Methodist Michael and Lori McGuire Shawn and Rachel Pelayic Joe and Bonnie Hilt Church Menards J.C. Penney Company, Inc. Hi-Tech Toys Dr. Roger and Janice Knutsen Denny Menholt Chevrolet Pennington County Bar Association Hits 102.7 Mary Ann Koenig Denny Menholt Toyota Employees of Pennington County April Hix Curtis and Jennifer Konvalin Midco Information Technology Department Linda Holcomb Jerred and Lisa Koppmann Midco Foundation Pennington County Sheriff’s Department Dr. Bill and Jennifer Holec Carroll and Dennyce Korb Mid-Dakota Diesel, LLC Perdue Woodworks Holiday Gas Stations KOTA Radio 1380 Midwest Outdoor Resorts Dr. Mark and Janet Rose Perrenoud HomeSlice Media Group KOTA Territory News David and Robin Miller Jerry and Jean Perrett Hot 93.1 Charles Kothe Minervas Restaurant Dr. Daniel and Jean Petereit Steven and Brenda Howard Dr. Vera O. Kowal Robert and Lois Moore Bernie Peterson and Mary Wickler John and Constance Howard Dr. Tom and Mollie O. Krafka Mark and Michelle Mordhorst Peterson Everett and Roberta Hoyt Akiane Kramarik Ike and Holly Morgan Bruce and Fay Peterson Kevin and Carol Huether Don and Nancy Krebs Morgan Stanley Foundation Desyl Peterson Greg and Beth Hunter Lisa Krebs Robert and Deborah Mudge Dwight and Linda Peterson Kamie Hurd Power 107.1 KSLT Kent and Cathy Mundon The Honorable Judges Craig and Jane Greg and Colleen Hyde Deborah Kuehn Mystique Edge Pfeifle ImageAll, LLC Lloyd and Pamala LaCroix Nachtigall’s Greenhouse Terri Phelps Izaak Walton League of America Lakeshore Learning NAILBA Charitable Foundation Pioneer Bank & Trust J & K Marketing Lamar Advertising Company National Association of Letter Carriers Plane Training, LLC Major Contributors

Platypusco Daniel and Deanna Runyan South Maple United Methodist Church John and Cindy Way Patricia Ploof Rush Mountain Adventure Park South Park United Church of Christ LeRoy and Lisa Weisser Don and Amy Policky Rushmore German Club, Inc. Spearfish Optimist Club Mary Jane Wendt Dr. Tamara Poling Rushmore Cave Glen and Robbin Spring Dana West Lisa Porisch Rushmore Obstetrics and Gynecology Star 106.3 West River Electric Association, Inc. Cory Price and Valerie Flanagan Rushmore Plaza Holiday Inn State Farm Insurance - Dave Raml Western Dakota Insurors Quality Brands of the Black Hills Rushmore Tramway Michael and Amy Stec Western Stationers Timothy and Karen Raben Dr. Jennifer Ryder Stec’s Advertising Specialties, LLC Westjet Air Center Dr. Mike Rafferty Don and Linda Rydstrom Employees of Stec’s Advertising Westminster MOPS Jessie and Glynda Rahn Dr. Robert and Betsy Sage Specialties, LLC JD Wetsit and Megan Brown Rapid City Area Schools St. Thomas More High School Wes and Gladys Storm Wharf Resources Rapid City Auto Dealers Association Sam’s Club Strider Sports Dr. Jay and Shannon White Rapid City Chamber of Commerce Dr. Jorge and Patrica Sanmartin David Strom and Jacqueline Stucky Jim White Rapid City Fire Department John Santana Strom Kyle and Suzanne White Rapid City Journal Constance Sargent David and Guyla Sturgeon William and Loran White Rapid City Medical Center, LLP Greg and Karen Schaefer Duane and Gail Sudman Terry C. Whiting Rapid City Parks and Recreation Scheels Dr. Willis and Patricia Sutliff Who’s Hobby House Rapid City Police Department Dr. Robert and Heidi Schleiffarth Sybil Rounds Lt. Col. Don Wickler Rapid City Public Library Dr. Rand and Karen Schleusener Synchrony Financial John and Leona Wilkins Rapid City Racers Swim Club William and Dr. Pamela Schmagel Mark and Lisa Thomsen Richard and Amy Wilkins Rapid City Rush Professional Hockey Gary Schmaltz Alan and Mary Ann Thornburg Brenda Wills Employees of Rapid City United Postal Dave Schmidt Insurance Agency, Inc. Dr. Lycia and Shannon Thornburg Wise Owls LLC Services Jenny Schmidt Matthew Thorton Dr. Gregory and Nanette Wittenberg Rapid City Woodworkers Jack and Rhonda Schock R. Fred and Sherry Thurston Mark and Debra Wixon Wilfred and Margaret Rasmussen Rod and Dona Schroeder Deb Tieszen Kenneth and Kelly Wrede Memorial Trust Dr. Robert Schutz Dr. Loyal and Emily Tillotson YMCA Dr. Louis Raymond and Dr. Julie Todd Annette Schweiss Time Equipment Rental & Sales Phil and Carolie Zacher Raymond Greg and Melissa Schweiss Dick and Marlene Tobias Barry and Mo Zimney R.C.S. Construction, Inc. J. Scull Construction Company Paul and Carole Tonn Zonta Club of the Black Hills Real Rock 100.3 The Fox Andrew and Jessica Scull Traffic Services Co. Zonta Club of Spearfish Jerry Record Bob and Sharla Scull Janene Trammell-Polk Dr. Ron and Marian Reed Jim and Mary Scull Tona Tribby Regional Health SECO Construction, Inc. Clay and Cheryl Trulson Reinhart Food Services Security First Bank Michael and Mary Trykoski Scott and Natalie Reisenauer Sentinel Federal Credit Union Craig and Joan Uhre Reptile Gardens Servall Uniform & Linen Supply USDA Forest Service Loreli Reuter Donna Shafranek Rhonda Van Patten Charles and Rhonda Reuwsaat Simon Contractors Company Nobel and Marg Veal Rice’s Rushmore Motorsports Gary and Dr. Lori Simon Frank Villegas Joyce Riddle Larry and Helen Simons Vision Source Specialists Riddle’s Jewelry Chef Jeff Slathar Vital Life Chiropractic Al and LeeAnn Rieman Dr. J. Geoffrey and Jacalyn Slingsby Dr. Kenneth and Cathy Vogele Robert and Lori Riggs Mary E. Snortland Ruth Vucurevich Tuesday Riley Stewart Snyder Robby and Teresa Wager Wayne and Jan Rippel William and Dr. Mary Snyder Joseph and Jayne Waggoner Chuck and Kay Riter Lloyd and Jan Sohl Richard and Cathy Wahlstrom Riverfront Broadcasting, LLC Tavio Soto Nick and Katie Wald Nora Roberts Foundation South Canyon Piecemakers Jeremy and Wendy Walla Corinna Robinson South Dakota Youth Hunting Adventures Walmart Foundation Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory South Dakota Community Foundation Walmart of Rapid City Rhonda Ross South Dakota Dental Foundation Edyth Warne Roth Trucking, Inc. South Dakota National Guard Child & Tom and Sharon Warner Sybil Rounds Youth Program Dan and Paula Warren Roush Moving & Storage South Dakota Public Broadcasting Watiki Indoor Waterpark Resort TM

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