South Dakotans significantly benefit from the opportunity to experience cultural events and conversations, which would not be possible without SDHC support from the National Endowment for the Humanities (NEH). To maximize limited resources in the state, cultural agencies creatively network and collaborate to bring in nationally respected authors, performers, musicians, and artists with funding from NEH and the National Endowment for the Arts (NEA).
While our revenue sources include private support from individuals, corporations, foundations, and annual funding from endowments, the loss of federal funding from the NEH would hinder us significantly and jeopardize our programming. In recent years, the agency has faced threats of reduced funding and outright elimination during federal budget discussions.
From museums and art galleries to renowned authors, our citizens depend on the NEH and NEA for enlightenment and entertainment.