Koch Family Held Annual Pumpkin Fundraiser

The Sioux Falls family is selling homegrown pumpkins to raise money for The Foster Network.

Updated on Sept. 29, 2026 in Philanthropy

Screen-print poster illustration of assorted orange pumpkins on a wooden pallet with autumn leaves, evoking a community seasonal fundraiser. — The Koch family has opened their annual charity pumpkin sale in Sioux Falls, with all proceeds benefiting The Foster Network. AI Illustration. Upload story photo >

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The Koch family has launched its annual pumpkin sale south of 19th Street on Phillips in Sioux Falls. All proceeds from this year's event will benefit The Foster Network.

Why it matters

The family organizes the charity sale to honor deceased loved ones while supporting local non-profit organizations. This marks the sixth year the family has conducted the fundraising effort.

The Koch family aims to raise $5,000 for charity during the event. This sale represents the sixth year the family has organized the fundraiser.

The players

The Koch family

This family organizes an annual pumpkin fundraiser in Sioux Falls to support charitable causes.

The Foster Network

This organization is the designated beneficiary of this year's pumpkin sale proceeds.

The details

Pumpkins are grown in Saint Lawrence and transported to the Sioux Falls sale site daily. The event continues throughout the week until the entire pumpkin inventory has been sold.

The family harvested the pumpkins last weekend.
The sale is currently underway during the week of September 29, 2026.

Market Landscape

The Koch family's shift in beneficiary mirrors trends where local donors diversify their philanthropic portfolios to support emerging community needs. This transition moves the family's support away from established partners like the Avera Cancer Institute.

Local shoppers can visit the sale site to purchase pumpkins while directly contributing to the $5,000 donation goal. These purchases provide community members with an opportunity to support The Foster Network through their seasonal spending.

The takeaway

Supporting neighborhood fundraising efforts allows residents to impact local causes while participating in seasonal traditions. Choosing to buy from local charity events helps families reach their financial goals for nonprofit partners.