The Custer County Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life in Custer County by addressing the community's needs. The Foundation awards grants in various areas including healthcare, education, cultural and arts, community service, law enforcement and drug awareness, recreation, youth activities, and community leadership training. These grants are available to all nonprofit organizations within Custer County. The Foundation emphasizes the importance of applicants contacting the office before submission to discuss their grant applications.
Applications can be requested from the Foundation office or by calling. Grant funds expire 180 days after approval, and recipients are encouraged to purchase items from local businesses.

Grant renewed every year. Applications are accepted year-round and reviewed biannually, with deadlines on April 30 and October 31.