Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Forks, North Dakota. In tax year 2024 it gave $2.3 million in 13 grants; the typical grant was $160,000 and the largest $400,000. 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$2.3 million
- Number of grants13
- Typical grant$160,000
- Largest grant$400,000
- Assets$64.4 million
- New grantees8%
Giving in 2024 was down from $2.6 million the year before.
8% of its 2024 grantees had not received a grant from it the year before, so most of its money goes to organizations it already funds.
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Number of grants | Assets |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $2.6 million | 12 | $53.2 million |
| 2024 | $2.3 million | 13 | $64.4 million |
How to apply
Edson & Margaret Larson 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 Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 2 states, the most to North Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 12 | $2.2 million |
| Minnesota | 1 | $180,000 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Mayville State University Foundation | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $400,000 |
| University of Jamestown | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $300,000 |
| University of North Dakota School of Medicine | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $200,000 |
| North Dakota State University College of Business | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $197,500 |
| Concordia College | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $180,000 |
| Dickinson State University Heritage Foundation | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $160,000 |
| North Dakota State College of Science and Alumni Foundation | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $160,000 |
| Minot State University Development Foundation | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $150,000 |
| University of North Dakota School of Engineering & Mines | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $150,000 |
| University of North Dakota School of Law | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $150,000 |
| University of Mary | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $120,000 |
| University of North Dakota College of Business & Public Administration | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $100,000 |
| Valley City State University Foundation | Scholarships and Leadership program. | $75,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Douglas A Christensen
- Andrew B Kjos
- Julie A Barner
Questions people ask
Does Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation give?
$2.3 million in tax year 2024, across 13 grants, with a typical grant of $160,000.
Who runs Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Douglas A Christensen (President), Andrew B Kjos (Secretary/Treasurer) and Julie A Barner (Trustee).
What does Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education and science and research.