Giving Back
Building strong communities is at the heart of a thriving society. We believe that goes beyond just financial well-being. That's why we actively support local organizations that make a positive impact. Our commitment to community reflects the same values we bring to our client relationships – a dedication to building trust, fostering long-term connections, and working towards a brighter future. We care about the place we live, work, and raise our families. After all, a strong community is a foundation for a strong life, and that's something we're all invested in.
Causes We Support
Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation
ALSF funds cancer research, raises awareness, and supports the families of children with cancer. Since 2012, Northwestern Mutual, its employees, and financial professionals like me have donated more than $20 million to support ALSF and fund over 400,000 research hours.
Mitchell Area Chamber of Commerce
The Mitchell Chamber serves as an organization through which business owners, professionals, employees and citizens unite to provide leadership and direction for the economic and social development of our community.
Dakota Wesleyan University
As an inclusive educational community founded in 1885, Dakota Wesleyan University, located in Mitchell, S.D., provides a transformative learning experience that cultivates enduring intellectual growth, ethically grounded leadership, intentional faith exploration and meaningful service. With a 95% overall job placement rate, DWU prepares graduates to enter the workforce with real-world experience and exposure to the newest technology.
Safe Place Eastern South Dakota
The mission of Safe Place of Eastern South Dakota is to provide a safe and empowering environment for victims of domestic violence and sexual assault through advocacy, education, shelter, and family support services.
Elevate Rapid City
Elevate Rapid City was formed in 2019 as a merger of the Rapid City Chamber of Commerce, Economic Development Partnership, and Economic Development Foundation (Ascent Innovation). As the premier western South Dakota economic development organization, Elevate is committed to promoting business and personal advancement through a targeted spotlight on jobs, infrastructure, and overall quality of life in and around the Black Hills region and the Rapid City metro area.
Mitchell Community Theatre
Area Community Theater (ACT) is a local nonprofit, located in the Pepsi-Cola Theatre for the Preforming Arts in downtown Mitchell, South Dakota. It is their mission to keep quality, live, and economical theatre available to the community. They work towards creating a thriving and vibrant community through the arts!
Mitchell Music Boosters
The Mitchell Music Boosters' mission us to support the music students of Mitchell High School (SD). The Mitchell Music Boosters are a 501c3 non-profit organization. They proudly support the Mitchell High School Marching Band, Mitchell High School Jazz Band and Friend de Coup, Mitchell's competitive show choir.
Junior Achievement
Each day, we work to help young people discover what’s possible in their lives. We do this by helping them connect what they learn in school with life outside the classroom. We let them know it’s possible to invest in their future, to gain a better understanding of how the world works, and to pursue their dreams. We show them that it’s possible for tomorrow to be a better day.
Avera
As a leading nonprofit health system in the Upper Midwest, Avera serves South Dakota and surrounding areas of Minnesota, Iowa, Nebraska and North Dakota. Our footprint reaches across 72,000 square miles and a population of 1 million.
Monument Health
Monument Health is a community-based health care system with a mission to make a difference, every day. The system offers care in 31 medical specialties and serves 12 communities across western South Dakota. With over 5,000 physicians and caregivers, Monument Health is composed of 5 hospitals and 40+ medical clinics and specialty centers.
Black Hills Works
For over six decades, Black Hills Works has provided homes, employment, recreation, and social outlets for adults with disabilities. Today, we support almost 600 people with a wide array of disabilities, creating a community where everyone participates to achieve a life of full potential.
LifeQuest
LifeQuest’s mission was founded on the belief that creating an opportunity for one enriches the lives of many. This non-profit organization surrounds people with loving supports and the ability to experience life in a meaningful and rewarding ways. Here, friendships grow and meaningful relationships develop.