Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Community Foundation (WACF) has announced a transition in its leadership, with the Board of Directors electing Tom Beadnell as Chair and Julie Ranum as Vice Chair.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Members of the Watertown Area Community Foundation’s Giving Back 365 program have distributed $46,073 in grants to 15 local nonprofit organizations, addressing a diverse array of community needs ranging from food security to youth arts.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The legacy of local community leader Rebecca “Becky” Weber continues to impact the region through a $5,000 donation to Joy Ranch of South Dakota.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Hockey Association (WHA) is set to honor the enduring legacy of one of its own during this year’s Mite Jamboree. The event will pay tribute to Chris Rieb, a former standout athlete whose passion for the sport continues to shape the local hockey community.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Community members have one week left to support local non-profits through the annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser at the Watertown Regional Library. Entering its final stretch, the event has already generated $6,041 in total donations as of the week four update.

Northeast Radio SD News - Castlewood, SD - As students get ready for Christmas break, a key moment in the Castlewood School District’s progress was marked by a visit from the Watertown Area Community Foundation (WACF). Board members recently toured the school to see the new library circulation desk, which has been in regular use since the library reopened two weeks ago.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The community’s holiday spirit is translating into major support for local organizations as the Watertown Area Community Foundation’s annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser enters its third week. As of the latest update, the festive competition has already generated $4,417 in donations to support the vital work of area non-profits.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The annual Christmas Tree Fundraiser, hosted by the Watertown Area Community Foundation and displayed at the Watertown Regional Library, has generated holiday enthusiasm and community support, accumulating a total of $1,678 in donations as of the second weekly update on December 9.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Community Foundation (WACF) Youth Council has convened for the 2025–2026 term, marking a significant milestone as the group enters its 25th year of youth-led philanthropy in the community.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Community Foundation (WACF) has once again earned accreditation from the National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations, affirming its status as a leader in philanthropic excellence, accountability, and public trust.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Area Community Foundation's Women & Giving program has granted $46,090 to 14 local nonprofit organizations this year. The funds are earmarked to help women and children in the community overcome barriers and achieve their goals.