Offutt Family Foundation
Preselected recipients only
Offutt Family Foundation is a private foundation in Fargo, North Dakota. In tax year 2024 it gave $9.6 million in 114 grants; the typical grant was $5,000 and the largest $6.0 million. 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$9.6 million
- Number of grants114
- Typical grant$5,000
- Largest grant$6.0 million
- Assets$381 million
- New grantees85%
Giving in 2024 was down from $10.3 million the year before.
85% 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 | $10.3 million | 112 | $273 million |
| 2024 | $9.6 million | 114 | $381 million |
How to apply
Offutt 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 Offutt Family Foundation funds
Where it gives
Its grants went to recipients in 14 states, the most to Minnesota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Minnesota | 34 | $6.8 million |
| North Dakota | 50 | $2.4 million |
| New York | 1 | $190,500 |
| Iowa | 1 | $50,000 |
| South Dakota | 9 | $38,200 |
| Washington | 4 | $20,000 |
| New Jersey | 1 | $20,000 |
| California | 5 | $19,600 |
| Montana | 3 | $12,800 |
| Wyoming | 2 | $9,800 |
Grants paid in 2024
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Concordia | General operating | $6.0 million |
| University of Mary | Vision 2030 campaign | $625,000 |
| University of Mary | 2030 campaign research | $500,000 |
| Feed My Starving Children | Fargo mobile pack 2024 | $250,000 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library | Capital campaign | $250,000 |
| YWCA | Lantern light | $250,000 |
| Northwestern Minnesota Synod | Elca development office | $230,000 |
| Democracy Prep Public School | Global citizens & empower | $190,500 |
| Oak Grove Lutheran School | Capital campaign | $125,000 |
| Anne Carlsen Center | Pathways for the future | $100,000 |
| New Life Center | South fargo thrift store | $100,000 |
| Angels Hockey | Arena project | $100,000 |
| Mayo Foundation | Garrity ophthalmology | $100,000 |
| Northwestern Minnesota Synod | Ghd, mn max, rural revival | $60,000 |
| Valley Christian Counsel | Building expansion | $50,000 |
| Valley City State University | Forward together | $50,000 |
| Eastern North Dakota Synod | Development director | $50,000 |
| Dordt University | Pro tech program | $50,000 |
| Friends of the Children | General operating | $30,000 |
| Abused Adult Resource Center | Seed of hope renovation | $25,000 |
| North Dakota State University Development Foundation | P2p | $25,000 |
| Village in Partnership | People of malawi | $20,000 |
| North Dakota State University | Map the system | $15,000 |
| Memory Cafe | Giving hearts day 2024 | $12,500 |
| Nexus-Path Family Healing | School case management | $12,500 |
| Heart of Clay | Outreach & staff expansion | $10,000 |
| Minnesota Private College | Innovation scholars | $10,000 |
| Hope Manor Foundation Inc | Cb-scholarships, hygiene | $8,000 |
| Lisbon Fire Department | Cb-rescue equipment | $8,000 |
| Northern Cass Community Health & Wellness Center | Cb-supplies training kits | $8,000 |
| Christine Community Fire District | Cb-thermal camera | $7,760 |
| Farm in the Dell | Cater taters match | $7,360 |
| California Mid-Winter Fair Heritage Foundation Inc | Cb-replacement fence | $6,800 |
| Food in Need of Distribution | Cb-kids summer market | $6,800 |
| Fossil Rims Natural History Museum | Cb-equip and travel expenses | $6,800 |
| Junior Achievement North | Cb-company of the year | $6,800 |
| Kinship Mountain Ministry | Cb-ag enrichment youth | $6,800 |
| Lincoln Volunteer Fire Dept | Cb-turnout gear | $6,800 |
| Sleep in Heavenly Peace | Cb-grow staff | $6,800 |
| The Dinner Bell | Cb-fund meal service 2nd | $6,800 |
Officers and trustees
- Ronald D Offutt
- Karen Offutt
- Shelly Neal
- Rondi McGovern
- Allan F Knoll
- Christi Offutt
- Ryan Offutt
- Thomas K Espel
Questions people ask
Does Offutt Family Foundation accept grant applications?
No. Its IRS filing says it only makes contributions to preselected organizations.
How much does Offutt Family Foundation give?
$9.6 million in tax year 2024, across 114 grants, with a typical grant of $5,000.
Who runs Offutt Family Foundation?
Its 2024 filing lists Ronald D Offutt (Trustee), Karen Offutt (Trustee), Shelly Neal (Trustee) and Rondi McGovern (Trustee) among 8 officers and trustees.
What does Offutt Family Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly education, youth programs and faith communities.