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Watertown Community Rallies Behind Christmas Tree Fundraiser, Exceeding $1,600 in Week Two
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.

Steve Jurrens
4 days ago2 min read


WACF Youth Council Marks 25 Years of Student-Led Philanthropy; Begins New Term
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.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 202 min read


Watertown Area Community Foundation Achieves Highest National Mark for Philanthropic Excellence
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.

Steve Jurrens
Nov 101 min read


Women & Giving Grants $46,090 to 14 Local Nonprofits Serving Watertown Women and Children
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.

Steve Jurrens
Oct 262 min read
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