Denny Sanford

With $300M gift from Denny Sanford, Sanford Health to establish Black Hills hospital

Led by a $300 million donation from philanthropist Denny Sanford, Sanford Health will build a hospital in Rapid City as part of its growing presence in the Black Hills.

5 months ago

Denny Sanford donates $20M for USD indoor track named for Gassens

The largest gift in the history of USD athletics will help build a track at the University of South Dakota.

8 months ago

Great Plains Zoo announces free San Diego Zoo visits for members

Members of the Great Plains Zoo now can visit the San Diego Zoo and San Diego Safari Park for free.

10 months ago

Levitt at the Falls reaches fundraising goal for venue, program expansion

Thanks to a $1 million gift from philanthropist Denny Sanford, Levitt at the Falls has reached its fundraising goal to expand its venue and programs.

12 months ago

Denny Sanford makes ‘transformative’ gift to Great Plains Zoo

Philanthropist Denny Sanford has pledged $25 million to support major improvements at the Great Plains Zoo, including a new aquarium and rainforest.

2 years ago

‘The impact of his philanthropy is simply profound’

Community members and leaders from around the state came together recently to celebrate T. Denny Sanford’s transformational generosity.  

3 years ago

DSU plans significant cyber research center in Sioux Falls

Dakota State University is planning a cybersecurity research center in Sioux Falls estimated to bring at least 400 six-figure-paying jobs and $100 million in annual economic activity.

4 years ago

Augustana University becomes home to hockey with groundbreaking for $40M Midco Arena

“This is more than a men’s hockey program at Augustana. This is a universitywide initiative that has great potential impact for our city and region.”

5 years ago

Sanford announces additional $350M donation for virtual care centers

Denny Sanford has added $350 million to his gift that will create what Sanford Health envisions as one of the world’s leading virtual care centers.

5 years ago

New mega-donation to Sanford Health will bring ‘hospital of the future,’ new projects, programs

Denny Sanford has donated an additional $300 million to Sanford Health, with plans to gift at least that much again in the next year, funding “the hospital of the future” and other initiatives.

5 years ago

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