The South Dakota Cattlemen's Foundation recently celebrated the 10th Annual Prime Time Gala, where more than 2,000 attendees gathered in Sioux Falls to support a worthy cause and connect with fellow producers. Over the past decade, this event has raised a remarkable total of over $2 million for Feeding South Dakota, enabling the provision of 1.5 million pounds of beef to families in need.
The South Dakota Cattlemen's Foundation and Feeding South Dakota collaborate to tackle food scarcity and emphasize protein's role in nutrition. This partnership connects farmers and communities, making balanced diets, including protein-rich beef, accessible to those on fixed incomes.
The Prime Time Gala raised over $332,000 for Feeding South Dakota, surpassing $2.4 million in the past decade. The initiative's success was attributed to the support of ranchers, feed yards, and agricultural businesses, who take pride in their products and provide them to those in need.
Feeding South Dakota has utilized the funds raised through the Prime Time Gala to purchase 1.5 million pounds of beef, ensuring its distribution across all counties in the state. This achievement has had a significant impact on combating hunger within local communities, benefiting families of various backgrounds and age groups.
The South Dakota Cattlemen's Foundation supports Feeding South Dakota and offers five scholarships worth $15,000 annually. This year, Build Dakota scholarships are introduced, targeting technical institutions, aiming to support and foster the next generation of beef industry participants.
The South Dakota Cattlemen's Foundation plans to build on Prime-Time Gala's success and partnerships by raising funds for Feeding South Dakota and focusing on educational programming. They aim to expand scholarship opportunities and introduce youth activities involving the beef industry's production aspects.
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