Burgum Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Burgum Foundation is a private foundation in Arthur, North Dakota. In tax year 2024 it gave $1.0 million in 29 grants; the typical grant was $16,375 and the largest $145,659. 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$1.0 million
- Number of grants29
- Typical grant$16,375
- Largest grant$145,659
- Assets$17.6 million
- New grantees48%
Giving in 2024 was up from $965,004 the year before.
48% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, a sign it is open to new organizations.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $965,004 | 37 | $16.6 million |
| 2024 | $1.0 million | 29 | $17.6 million |
How to apply
Burgum 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 Burgum Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 6 states, the most to North Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 23 | $622,731 |
| South Dakota | 2 | $157,429 |
| Arizona | 1 | $145,659 |
| Virginia | 1 | $52,218 |
| Colorado | 1 | $25,000 |
| Minnesota | 1 | $16,375 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona State University Foundation | Education programming | $145,659 |
| University of Mary | Tuition support | $137,813 |
| FM Area Foundation | Operational support | $114,667 |
| Valley City State University | Educational materials | $70,000 |
| Nexus Path Family Healing | Rural TCM program | $69,738 |
| Wilton Public School | School based support | $60,000 |
| Wahpeton Public School | Tuition support | $52,349 |
| Bill of Rights Institute | ND programming | $52,218 |
| UND Foundation | Rural teacher tuition | $50,016 |
| Growing Small Towns | Rural Entrepreneurship support | $45,000 |
| Dakotas United Methodist Foundation | Spirit Lake programming | $42,762 |
| Swift Eagle | Operational support | $25,000 |
| Haley's Hope | Literacy tutoring | $20,375 |
| South Valley Special Education Unit | General support | $16,737 |
| YoungLife | Youth ministry | $16,375 |
| Hettinger Public School | Student materials | $15,000 |
| Park River Public School | Mental health | $15,000 |
| Linton Public Schools | Tuition support | $11,378 |
| Northern Cass Public School | Dollars for Scholars | $9,420 |
| Define the Fight | Youth programming | $7,500 |
| ND Governor's Office | Education summit | $7,500 |
| TNT Kid's Fitness | Able in School | $7,000 |
| Underwood Public Schools | 3D printers | $7,000 |
| Carrington Public School | Able in School | $6,500 |
| Harvery Public Schools | Cybersecurity training | $6,500 |
| Emerging Prairie | TedX | $3,000 |
| Richland 44 FFA | Service project | $1,905 |
| Center-Stanton Public School | Able in School | $1,500 |
| Hazen Public School | Able in School | $1,500 |
Officers and trustees
- Katherine B Itterman
- Frederick W Burgum
- Brooks F Burgum
- Jodelle J Burgum
- Julia Asprey
Questions people ask
Does Burgum Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Burgum Foundation give?
$1.0 million in tax year 2024, across 29 grants, with a typical grant of $16,375.
Who runs Burgum Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Katherine B Itterman (President/Treasurer/Exec Board Chair), Frederick W Burgum (Board Chair/Director), Brooks F Burgum (Vice President/Director) and Jodelle J Burgum (Secretary/Director) among 5 officers and trustees.
What does Burgum Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, community development and faith communities.