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Celebrating 50+ Years Together

November 6, 2025 | Black Hills Works Newsroom, Blog

Opportunity Shapes a Lifetime For more than half a century, nine remarkable people—Dean, Dan, Mike, Gloria, Jeanne, Ordean, Rodney, Todd, and Stephanie—have been part of the Black Hills Works family. Each has contributed to our…

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Meet Daniel, one of the 2025 Honorees

April 9, 2025 | Blog

Opportunities through Community…this is our theme for 2025! Throughout the year, you will learn how people supported by Black Hills Works are connected to our community through the opportunities you make possible. These stories will…

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An Incredible Journey for Darrell Slone

March 20, 2025 | Blog

Black Hills Works would like to congratulate Darrell Slone on his retirement after 30 years with Black Hills Works! Darrell has worn many hats during his time at Black Hills Works, and currently serves as…

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Meet Melissa, one of the 2025 Honorees

March 20, 2025 | Blog

Opportunities through Community…this is our theme for 2025! Throughout the year, you will learn how people supported by Black Hills Works are connected to our community through the opportunities you make possible. These stories will…

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2024 Impact Recap: A Year of Support and Growth

March 20, 2025 | Blog

The Black Hills Works Foundation team secures resources that support our participants and help further the mission of Black Hills Works. In 2024, our team of six worked together to secure funds through grants, sponsorships,…

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Taking the Plunge for a Good Cause

March 6, 2025 | Blog

Ten Rapid City Storm Special Olympics athletes participated in the South Dakota Special Olympics’ Polar Plunge, jumping into cold water for a great cause. The athletes, all supported by Black Hills Works, were assisted in…

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Meet Steve, One of the 2025 Honorees

March 6, 2025 | Blog

Opportunities through Community…this is our theme for 2025! Throughout the year, you will learn how people supported by Black Hills Works are connected to our community through the opportunities you make possible. These stories will…

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The Unsung Hero in the Founding of Black Hills Works

January 7, 2025 | Blog

As Black Hills Works enters its 67th year of helping adults with disabilities thrive in Rapid City, we would like to take this opportunity to recognize someone who has been overlooked in Black Hills Works’ history:…

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Plan Today for a Secure Tomorrow

August 3, 2024 | Blog

“Make-A-Will Month,” observed each August, serves as an excellent reminder about the importance of future planning for loved ones and causes that matter to you. Planning for one’s own mortality is uncomfortable, and, for many…

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Mary and Paul Rodrigues: Grateful for Peace of Mind

July 17, 2024 | Black Hills Works Newsroom, Blog

Mary and Paul Rodrigues had successful careers in Northern California, and Mary’s daughter, Angie, had a job and coworkers she loved. Other supports for Angie, however, were limited, and crime was on the rise in…

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