Eureka Area Community Foundation
Our Mission
The Eureka Area Community Foundation was created as a non-profit tax exempt organization associated with the South Dakota Community Foundation to serve as a vehicle to create a community savings account to enhance the quality of life for the citizens of our community and to instill the pioneering spirit and perseverance of our founders so as to perpetuate the city of Eureka.
The Foundation's mission is to create a means to invest the legacy from our present and past to build a bridge to the future.
Funds
Banner Settlement Fun - $101,035.44
The proceeds of these funds may only be used for elderly and health care issues.
Undesignated Fund - $402,551.82
The proceeds of these funds may be used for any purpose that fits the foundations grant guidelines
For more information or to apply, contact:
Eureka Area Community Foundation
PO Box 242
Eureka, SD 57437
Eureka Area Community Foundation - guidelines 2022.docxHistory
During the summer of 2003 Bonnie Serr and Wanda Jundt met with Bob Sutton of the South Dakota Community Foundation while at a leadership conference in Chamberlain.
In January 2004, he called Jundt and asked if Eureka would be interested in establishing a community foundation.
On January 26, he met in the ECDC office with Wanda Jundt, David Roggenkamp, Sherlock Hirning, Pastor Dale Clark, Mayor Ron Cooper and Joe Baisley. That same group met once more to discuss the possibility and decided that more community input was needed.
A meeting was set for February 18 at the Information Center. Notices were put on the radio and in the newspaper and invitations were sent to about 30 people. Bob Sutton from the South Dakota Community Foundation and Beth Davis from SD Rural Enterprise, Inc. were on hand to present options to about 10 community members. Following the meeting Wanda Jundt, Dr. James Anderson, Joe Baisley, Pastor Dale Clark, Greg Schock and Craig Rau stayed for discussion. It was decided that a community foundation should be established.
A meeting was held on February 26, 2004 and it was decided to ask 4 additional people to be a part of the board (Jundt was representing ECDC at the meetings, but did not wish to be a member of the official board). Those people were Milbert Schick, Peter Mehlhaff, Kathy Gab and Carolyn Oster.
This group created the Eureka Area Community Foundation to benefit non-profit and charitable organizations and causes in the Eureka area. The foundation is a legal entity that represents permanently endowed funds within the South Dakota Community Foundation.
In September 2004 the city of Eureka was informed of a legal settlement by the South Dakota Attorney General's office concerning the sale of the Eureka nursing home by Banner Health Systems the proceeds from this settlement needed to be permanently invested and the proceeds from these funds were to be used only for health care and elderly related issues. The city decided that the funds ($100,000.00) should be turned over to the Eureka Area Community Foundation for their management. These funds are called the Banner Settlement Fund.
At the same time, the South Dakota Community Foundation gave the Eureka Area Community Foundation a $25,000.00 grant to begin their undesignated fund. The proceeds from these funds may be used for any project that fits the grant guidelines established by the board of directors.
In May 2008, the first disbursements from the fund were made. The board has distributed grants from the proceeds of the funds each year there after.
Your Contribution
If you would like to make a tax deductible contribution to the Eureka Area Community Foundation, you can print the link and mail it to the address below, or you can contact any of the directors for further information.
Want to Make a Contribution?
Eureka Area Community Foundation
PO Box 242
Eureka SD 57437
To make an online contribution, click on the South Dakota Community Foundation Link above. Then, click on the Donate Now button. Click on the drop down menu under Select a Community Savings Account, choose Eureka Community Foundation. Next, click on Donate to a selected Savings Account and fill out the required information. After filling in all the information, click once on the contribute tab at the bottom. A new screen will pop up with a confirmation number for you to print out for your records. A receipt will be sent to you for tax purposes.
Grant Recipients
2023
The Eureka Avera Health Care Center received funds to purchase a Nustep Recumbent Bike.
The West McPherson EMS received funds to assist them with the purchase of a new Lucas CPR device.
The Eureka Community Health Services received funds for the purchase of transfer draw sheets, bed sore turning wedges, and an otoscope.
2022
The Avera Eureka Health Care Center received funds to purchase new dinning room tables for the residents
Other recipients in 2022:
The Eureka Senior Center received funds to assist them with their day-to-day expenses.
Eureka Community Health Services received funds to purchase their Electronic Medical Records System
2021
2021 Grant Recipients were:
The Eureka Community Development Company received funds for their free copy program for area organizations.
The Eureka Municipal Golf Course Received funds to assist them with the installation of their new sprinkler system.
2018
The Eureka Community Transit to assist in the purchase of a new transit bus
Other recipients in 2018:
The Eureka School District to assist in the purchase of new equipment for the fitness center.
Avera Eureka Health Care Center to assist in developing an Alzheimer's education program.
Eureka Community Health Services to assist with the purchase of a new blood bank refrigerator
Other recipients in 2018:
The American Legion Post 186 to assist with their 100th anniversary celebration.
Eureka Community Health Services to assist with the purchase of new lab equipment.
2017
The Eureka Pioneer Museum to assist with repairs to the sod house & church building.
The Eureka Theatrical Company to assist with purchasing a storage building for their props.
2016
No disbursements were made due to the drop in value of the funds
2015
The Eureka Community Development Company for their free Copy program for the community organizations
The Eureka Pioneer Museum to assist in the upkeep of the grounds and maintenance of the structures of the facility
2014
The Eureka Avera Health Care Center to assist them in the purchase of a food cart for room service for the residents.
Other recipients in 2014:
The Eureka Community Development Co for their free copy program for community organizations
The Eureka Ambassadors to assist them with advertising for the community celebration
The Eureka School District for their walking program expenses
Zion Lutheran Church to assist them with 1/2 of the purchase of an AED machine
2013
The Eureka Avera Health Care Center for a wheelchair recline for the beauty shop in the facility.
Other recipients in 2013:
The Eureka Community Development Co for their free copy program for community organizations
The Eureka Cemetery Association for graveling the roads, 2 weed spraying, & tree replacement
The Eureka School District for their walking program expenses
2012
Eureka Public School's walking program
Abby Ottenbacher for the emergency storm shelter at the city park.
Other recipients in 2012 include:
Eureka Pioneer Museum to replace their water heater
Eureka Community Development Company (free copy service for community organizations)
2011
Eureka Community Health Service OT Department for a traction table
Eureka Theatrical Company (Arts for the Eureka Public School Elementary)
Other recipients in 2011 include:
Abby Ottenbacher for a shelter by handicap dock at the Lake
Eureka Public School for the Walking Program
2010
Eureka Ambulance Service for portable vitals monitor
Eureka Senior Center for a remodeling project
Avera Eureka Health Care Center for a Chapel Fund
Eureka Pioneer Museum for Pea Rock Flooring for Machine Shed Display Area
Jayden Streifel's Eagle Scout Project for enclosed Shelving for Fragile Handcrafted Items at the Museum
Other recipients in 2010 include:
Eureka Senior Center for a remodeling project
2009
Nick Oster's Eagle Scout Project: Softball Field Improvements
Other recipients in 2009 include:
Schmeckfest Committee (Tables and Chairs for Community Events)
Eureka Community Development Company (Alumni Mailing)
2008
Eureka Community Hospital OT Department Interactive Metronome Equipment
Other recipients in 2009 include:
Eureka Public School's Healthy Lifestyles Walking Program
Eureka Cat Ladies: Wild Cat Spay/Neuter Program
Board of directors
President - Craig Rau
Vice President - Greg Schock
Secretary/Treasurer - Tonya Maier
Polly Gab
Jim Dohn
Jeff Neuharth
Jessica Whitlock
Connie Woehlhaff
Berry Lapp