Dr Calvin K Fercho Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Dr Calvin K Fercho Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fargo, North Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $103,500 in 19 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $10,000. It only gives to organizations it selects itself and does not accept unsolicited applications.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$103,500
- Number of grants19
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$10,000
- Assets$2.5 million
- New grantees37%
Giving in 2025 was up from $101,000 the year before.
37% of its 2025 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $87,000 | 18 | $2.0 million |
| 2024 | $101,000 | 14 | $2.4 million |
| 2025 | $103,500 | 19 | $2.5 million |
How to apply
Dr Calvin K Fercho Family 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 Dr Calvin K Fercho Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12 | $79,000 |
| Minnesota | 7 | $24,500 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| The Village Family Servic | General support | $10,000 |
| The Outdoor Adventure Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| Lend A Hand Up | General support | $10,000 |
| YMCA Northern Sky Foundation | General support | $10,000 |
| New Life Center | General support for homeless program | $7,500 |
| Great Plains Food Bank | General support | $7,500 |
| Fargo Public Schools Dev Found | General support | $7,500 |
| Churches United for the Homeless | General support | $7,500 |
| Alzheimer's Association | General support | $5,000 |
| YWCA Cass Clay | General support | $5,000 |
| Plains Art Museum | Capital improvements | $5,000 |
| ND School for the Blind Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Wilderness River Foundation | General support | $3,000 |
| Patriot Assistance Dogs | General support | $3,000 |
| Project 412 | General support | $2,500 |
| Homeward Animal Shelter | General support | $2,500 |
| Shoreham Chapel | Capital improvements | $2,000 |
| Lake View Township | Playground equipment | $1,500 |
| Dakota Junior Golf Association | General support | $1,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Calvin K Fercho
- Jane F Ludlow
- William F Fercho
- Nancy F Undem
- John C Fercho
- Mary F Morton
Questions people ask
Does Dr Calvin K Fercho Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Dr Calvin K Fercho Family Foundation give?
$103,500 in tax year 2025, across 19 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Dr Calvin K Fercho Family Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Calvin K Fercho (President), Jane F Ludlow (Vice Preside), William F Fercho (Secretary/Tr) and Nancy F Undem (Director) among 6 officers and trustees.
What does Dr Calvin K Fercho Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly housing and homelessness, environment and conservation and education.