The Santee Lakes Foundation was established to promote the importance of outdoor recreation, conservation and environmental sustainability at Santee Lakes through charitable support in the following areas: Recreational programs, habitat restoration and maintenance, environmental education programs, and park improvements and maintenance.

The Santee Lakes Foundation was formed in 2010 as a 501(c)(3) non-profit public benefit corporation. It is governed by a Board of Directors, in accordance with the State approved Articles of Incorporation and Bylaws. Officers of the Board are also Directors of the Foundation.  All donations to the Santee Lakes Foundation are tax deductible. Tax Id: 27-1296867