Mission Statement:
“We strive to provide our students with a wide variety of opportunities to learn and grow through relationships with staff, academic coursework and activity programming. In our school, every child matters.”

Mission Statement:
“The purpose and goal of the Blue Dragon Boosters shall be to promote and support the Garretson School District’s athletic programs and to foster school spirit and sportsmanship.”

Mission Statement:
“To educate and prepare students for future success through specialized, relevant, career-oriented learning.”

Mission Statement:
“The Southeast Tech Foundation is committed to providing financial resources to support student scholarships, perpetuating faculty excellence, growing new and existing programs and supporting the workforce needs of the region.”

Mission Statement:
“Beginning in 2008, Garretson Dollars for Scholars has offered money to Garretson students wishing to further their education. Now known as Garretson Community Scholarship Foundation, we have gifted students with over $100,000. Thank you to the Garretson community for supporting our students. A selection committee from outside of our community has chosen the recipients each year.”

Mission Statement:
“Dedicated to the efficient removal and reuse of automotive parts, and the safe disposal of inoperable motor vehicles since 1943.”

Mission Statement:
“Our mission is to further the Kingdom of God by equipping and empowering Kenyan children with the boldness of Jesus Christ for the sake of the Gospel, through a Christ- centered education.”

Mission Statement:
“Our Mission is to demonstrate the love of Christ by providing those in need with gently used furniture and household items.”

Mission Statement:
“The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.”

Mission Statement:
“Providing assistance to the South Dakota Veteran’s Cemetery.”

Mission Statement:
“To present the Gospel of Jesus Christ in a way that inspires and impacts our community.”

Mission Statement:
“Our mission is to provide a welcoming place where people can gather, receive nourishment and experience love in action, and to assist volunteers in providing food and fellowship to those served through the ministry of The Banquet. We will be vigilant in identifying and fulfilling the needs of the hungry in our diverse community and in encouraging the health and wellness of our guests.”

Mission Statement:
“This corporation is founded for the purpose of proclaiming the Gospel of Salvation by Grace in Christ and Him crucified; for the salvation of souls and the establishing of believers, and doing of whatsoever is usual, convenient or expedient in such ministry; to maintain a place for the sheltering, lodging, feeding and clothing of the unfortunate, indigent and transients.”

Mission Statement:
“We exist to evangelize, educate and equip members of the trucking community and their families to help them grow in their faith.”

Mission Statement:
“Impact Ministries International is a James 1:27 ministry rooted in a passionate pursuit of the Father’s heart, compassion for the lost and the following foundational tenants of our faith.”

Mission Statement:
“The mission of Glory House is To Help People Claim their Lives with Christian Compassion, Resources and Support. Both residential and outpatient clients participate in programs that treat substance abuse and other mental health issues. Clients address irresponsible thinking patterns and develop life skills and positive habits that promote accountability and improve family relationships.”

Mission Statement:
“To lead every coach and athlete into a growing relationship with Jesus Christ and His church.”

Mission Statement:
“Take the Church outside the walls” to reach the lost, bring the body together to accomplish the great commission, and challenge the body to get involved in ministry.”

Mission Statement:
“The Center of Hope takes a holistic approach to serving its guests, and offers several services to Sioux Falls residents in need. Visit the Care Center for winter clothing needs, bikes for work, get direction with health concerns from our Faith Community Nurse, learn about other community programs, use our phone and public computers. We seek to walk alongside people, to bring spiritual and physical health, and ultimately to change the community one life at a time.”

Mission Statement:
“The Mission Ball is simply a soccer ball covered with Biblical Text. The Mission ball uses the world’s most popular sport as a means of connecting with people, drawing a crowd, and proclaiming Christ. Soccer is the one language understood on virtually every mission field. When you have a soccer ball you’ll have a crowd, and now you can use The Mission Ball as the “bridge” to share the Gospel.”

Mission Statement:
“McCrossan Boys Ranch: Providing New Hope for a Better Life.”

Mission Statement:
“We empower victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and child abuse to overcome trauma and rebuild their lives, free from abuse.”

Mission Statement:
“Established in 1893, Children’s Home Society of South Dakota is the state’s oldest human service nonprofit organization. Serving as South Dakota’s primary orphanage and adoption agency for more than 70 years, thousands of children were rescued, cared for, and provided permanent families.”

Mission Statement:
“The Blue Dragon Academy daycare facility is open for business! On Friday, May 31, staff, community members, and volunteers came together to move into the new building, and last Thursday, June 13, the Commercial Club sponsored a ribbon cutting at the BDA donor dinner.”

Mission Statement:
“Helping in Jesus name.”

Mission Statement:
“The Garretson Heritage Museum is an educational, cultural, and social learning center for children and families with a primary focus on history of our local area (Garretson, Sherman, and Booge; SD).”

Mission Statement:
“The Mission of Special Olympics South Dakota is to provide year-round sports training and athletic competition in a variety of Olympic-type sports for children (8 years and older) and adults with intellectual disabilities, giving them continuing opportunities to develop physical fitness, demonstrate courage, experience joy and participate in a sharing of gifts, skills and friendship with their families, other Special Olympics athletes and the community.”

Mission Statement:
“Founded over 25 years ago by youth speaker and radio host, Dawson McAllister, we have heard the struggles people face and learned how to offer life-changing support. Our mission is to reach, rescue and restore those who are broken and hopeless. We encourage people in the midst of their struggles by providing clear thinking and right values.”

Mission Statement:
“From the waters of the Missouri River to the Badlands and Black Hills, from the elk herds of the west to the pheasants of the east, South Dakota is home to a unique array of lands, waters and wildlife. The state’s natural resources and its history help forge its people and create a legacy to be passed on to future generations. The South Dakota Parks and Wildlife Foundation exists to help preserve this heritage. Over the years, the Foundation has assisted South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks with a number of large and small projects. Partnering to help with the expansion and renovation of Palisades State Park just outside of our hometown of Garretson, SD”

Mission Statement:
“Supporting our local Garretson, SD swimming pool.”

Mission Statement:
“Our mission is to create, find and support programs that directly improve the health and wellbeing of children, with a goal to provide a place where families can be together.”

Mission Statement:
“Community stocked food pantry for those in need.”

Mission Statement:
“Our mission is simple; We want to help end hunger in South Dakota.”

Mission Statement:
“Collision was founded in 2008 as a student-led movement that has multiplied into thousands of positive connections inside and outside school walls. Students are making a positive impact by caring and sharing Jesus with their peers.”

Mission Statement:
“Corporate Care of the Sioux Empire exists to provide intentional employee care that positively impacts the workplace, while reaching beyond the workplace. We build trust-based relationships at the employee’s pace. Journeying alongside employees as they voluntarily seek to move out of their brokenness into wholeness. Hoping that they experience the transforming power of Jesus Christ.”

Mission Statement:
“Clearing the confusion surrounding an unexpected pregnancy with practical support and a message of hope.”

Mission Statement:
“The South Dakota Chapter of the Outdoor Adventure Foundation Provides outdoor adventures to Children and young adults with life-threatening illnesses, as well as to combat-disabled veterans that have lost a limb or are wheelchair bound.”

Mission Statement:
“Guiding people with behavorial health needs.”

Mission Statement:
“FFA makes a positive difference in the lives of students by developing their potential for premier leadership, personal growth, and career success through agricultural education.”

Mission Statement:
“Veterans housing Veterans, armed with the strength and support of the community.”

Mission Statement:
“We will promote by every Scriptural means the spiritual welfare of Automotive Recyclers & Vendors wherever they are located.”

Mission Statement:
“Our mission is to provide an environment in which the individual will come to know and grow in Christ and be challenged for life in God's Kingdom.”