The primary purpose of the Santee Lakes Foundation is 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
• 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.