The Nord Foundation
Preselected recipients only
The Nord Foundation is a private foundation in Franktown, Colorado. In tax year 2024 it gave $773,303 in 25 grants; the typical grant was $12,000 and the largest $111,200. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2024.
- Grants paid, 2024$773,303
- Number of grants25
- Typical grant$12,000
- Largest grant$111,200
- Assets$13.5 million
- New grantees20%
Giving in 2024 was up from $669,170 the year before.
20% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a mix of repeat and new grantees.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | $672,565 | 27 | $12.7 million |
| 2023 | $669,170 | 20 | $16.6 million |
| 2024 | $773,303 | 25 | $13.5 million |
How to apply
The Nord Foundation says in its IRS filing that it only makes contributions to preselected organizations, so unsolicited applications are unlikely to be considered. Organizations it funds are usually invited.
What The Nord Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its US grants went to recipients in 11 states, the most to Colorado. It also paid $85,600 in 2 grants to recipients outside the US.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Colorado | 11 | $329,600 |
| California | 1 | $84,000 |
| Oregon | 1 | $83,500 |
| Pennsylvania | 1 | $73,880 |
| South Dakota | 1 | $25,690 |
| Illinois | 2 | $25,000 |
| Florida | 2 | $20,033 |
| New York | 1 | $20,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $15,000 |
| Michigan | 1 | $6,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Healing Waters | Charitable Giving | $111,200 |
| Reasons to Believe | Charitable Giving | $84,000 |
| Tears | Charitable Giving | $83,500 |
| Christian World Outreach Inc | Charitable Giving | $76,380 |
| Foundation for the Nations | Charitable Giving | $75,600 |
| Serge | Charitable Giving | $73,880 |
| CrossPurpose | Charitable Giving | $70,000 |
| AsOne Ministries | Charitable Giving | $25,690 |
| NYC International Project | Charitable Giving | $20,000 |
| Alpha USA | Charitable Giving | $15,000 |
| Cru | Charitable Giving | $15,000 |
| Global Health Ministries | Charitable Giving | $15,000 |
| Shepherd's Heart Ministry | Charitable Giving | $12,000 |
| Horizons International | Charitable Giving | $10,020 |
| Tyndale Theological Seminary | Charitable Giving | $10,000 |
| 3 Streams Institute | Charitable Giving | $10,000 |
| Alternatives Pregnancy Center | Charitable Giving | $10,000 |
| Denver Rescue Mission | Charitable Giving | $10,000 |
| Global Leadership Summit Fund | Charitable Giving | $10,000 |
| Love Inc of Littleton | Charitable Giving | $10,000 |
| International Samaritan | Charitable Giving | $6,000 |
| EPC World Outreach | Charitable GivingCharitable Giving | $5,033 |
| Oaks Ministries | Charitable Giving | $5,000 |
| Young Life (Denver) | Charitable Giving | $5,000 |
| Angel Flights | Charitable Giving | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Arlen D Nordhagen
- Wendy Nordhagen
- Fred V Lian
- Ken J Timboe
Questions people ask
Does The Nord Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does The Nord Foundation give?
$773,303 in tax year 2024, across 25 grants, with a typical grant of $12,000.
Who runs The Nord Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Arlen D Nordhagen (Director, President/Treasu), Wendy Nordhagen (Director, Vice President/S), Fred V Lian (Director) and Ken J Timboe (Director).
What does The Nord Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly international and faith communities.