Ralph Boone Charitable Foundation
Accepts applications
Ralph Boone Charitable Foundation is a private foundation in Grand Forks, North Dakota. In tax year 2025 it gave $136,400 in 9 grants; the typical grant was $16,400 and the largest $30,000. It accepts applications; its filing gives the instructions below.
From its IRS Form 990-PF for tax year 2025.
- Grants paid, 2025$136,400
- Number of grants9
- Typical grant$16,400
- Largest grant$30,000
- Assets$3.3 million
- New grantees44%
Giving in 2025 was up from $117,000 the year before.
44% of its 2025 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 | $107,750 | 8 | $2.5 million |
| 2024 | $117,000 | 10 | $2.8 million |
| 2025 | $136,400 | 9 | $3.3 million |
How to apply
| Contact | Steve Boone 3274 Sheena CT, Grand Forks, ND 58201 |
|---|---|
| Phone or email | (701) 662-2276 |
| What to submit | Written request or telephone request |
| Restrictions | Subject to approval by the board |
What Ralph Boone Charitable Foundation funds
Where it gives
All of its grants went to recipients in North Dakota.
| State | Grants | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| North Dakota | 9 | $136,400 |
Grants paid in 2025
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Walsh County Food Pantry | Charitable operations | $30,000 |
| Valley Ambulance Rescue | Charitable operations | $20,000 |
| Federated Church | Charitable operations | $20,000 |
| North Valley Career and Tech Center | Charitable operations | $20,000 |
| Grafton Fire Department | Charitable - ada ramps | $16,400 |
| Grafton Parks and Rec Foundation | Charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Lutheran Sunset Home | Charitable operations | $10,000 |
| Heritage Village | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
| Northlands Rescue Mission | Charitable operations | $5,000 |
Officers and trustees
- Stephen Boone
- Elizabeth Suda
- Beverly Boone Thompson
Questions people ask
Does Ralph Boone Charitable Foundation accept grant applications?
Yes. Its latest IRS filing says it accepts applications.
How much does Ralph Boone Charitable Foundation give?
$136,400 in tax year 2025, across 9 grants, with a typical grant of $16,400.
Who runs Ralph Boone Charitable Foundation?
Its 2025 filing lists Stephen Boone (President), Elizabeth Suda (Director) and Beverly Boone Thompson (Director).
What does Ralph Boone Charitable Foundation fund?
Based on its grants, mainly community development and faith communities.