Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc
Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors, also known as Visit Fargo-Moorhead, is a public charity based in Fargo, North Dakota. It promotes the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo area to visitors and supports tourism-related projects and events through capital grants, event assistance, marketing, and visitor services.
Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc at a glance
In short: Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc gave $1.1M across 3 grants in 2024 (avg $367K), mostly in Minnesota. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $1,100,000
- Grants made (2024)
- 3
- Average grant
- $366,667
- Median grant
- $300,000
- Total assets
- $5,478,847
- +4.0% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- Minnesota (73% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc
- How to Apply
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Capital-grant applicants should submit a request that demonstrates the project’s tourism impact and meets the program criteria. Leisure-event applicants must submit a written request to the organization.
- Review Cycle
- July 31, 2026, for Capital Construction Grants.
- Deadline
- July 31, 2026, for Capital Construction Grants.
- Contact
Mailing address: 2001 44Th St Sw, Fargo, ND 58103
Phone: (701) 365-4568
Website: https://fargomoorhead.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc
Who Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 3 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was FM Community Theatre ($500K). Together the top 3 received $1.1M.
Grant Size Distribution
90 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 68 grants of 90 (76%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The organization’s programs serve the Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo community. Its capital grant funding is supported by one-third of the lodging tax levied in Fargo and West Fargo; Moorhead entities may also apply for grants, although Moorhead’s lodging tax goes to the organization’s operating budget. In 2024, 73% of grant dollars went to recipients in Minnesota and 27% to recipients in North Dakota.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 3 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc gives
- Giving grew 183% from 2021 to 2024. Method
From the foundation's IRS Form 990 filings. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $37K (2019) to $1.2M (2023, 16 months). In 2024 it made 3 grants totaling $1.1M.
*2023: Covers 16 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FM Community Theatre Moorhead, MN | Construction of New Facility | $500,000 |
| Concordia College Moorhead, MN | New turf, track, and lights at stadium | $300,000 |
| FM Science Museum Fargo, ND | Architectural design for Museum | $300,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,478,847 | $4,889,779 | $4,589,210 | $1,100,000 | 3 | $195,548 |
| 2023* | $5,270,048 | $5,853,906 | $5,123,811 | $1,150,600 | 10 | $116,742 |
| 2022 | $4,565,525 | $3,851,718 | $2,795,342 | $255,383 | 2 | $29,404 |
| 2021 | $3,704,311 | $2,547,498 | $2,432,574 | $388,534 | 8 | $42,484 |
| 2020 | $3,339,699 | $2,286,077 | $2,864,865 | $737,747 | 67 | $56,150 |
| 2019 | $4,182,739 | $3,195,136 | $3,368,190 | $37,021 | 3 | $35,856 |
*2023: Covers 16 months (fiscal year-end changed).
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
Visit Fargo-Moorhead’s mission is to position its distinctive community as a desirable destination and gateway to the region and nation, contributing to residents’ quality of life. Its stated purpose includes enhancing the community’s economic life by attracting visitors.
Its capital grant program supports tourism-related construction projects that can positively affect the local economy, visitor experience, livability, and sense of place. The program’s stated priorities include creating new visitor-related economic benefits, addressing unmet needs, and developing facilities that do not already exist in the area. Eligible applicants are legally incorporated nonprofit organizations; individuals are not eligible.
The organization also offers assistance for leisure-focused public events, including support to start new events or enhance recurring ones. Eligible applicants must be legally incorporated or nonprofit organizations, and events must be open to the public, though they may charge admission or require registration.
Among the capital-grant recipients in 2024 was Concordia College. The college describes its purpose as influencing the affairs of the world by sending into society thoughtful and informed people dedicated to the Christian life.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the organization reported three grants totaling $1.1 million. The smallest was $300,000, the largest was $500,000, and the median was $300,000. The grants listed were:
The organization reported two grants totaling $255,383 in 2022. Its 2023 filing listed no grants.
For capital grants, requests must be for eligible tourism-related capital construction; debt refinancing, previously incurred expenses, and general operating expenses are not eligible. Requested funds may not exceed 25% of the project’s total cost, and applicants must demonstrate the project’s potential tourism effect. Applicants may not have received a grant for the same project in the prior 12 months. The board may approve or reject requests and seek further clarification.
For leisure event assistance, requests must be submitted in writing to the organization. Applicants are not guaranteed funding; awards may be partial or declined. Recipients must provide recognition commensurate with the award, such as sponsorship benefits or signage.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Doug Peters as Chair; Clare Hughes as Vice Chair; Kember Anderson as Secretary/Treasurer; Nicole Dutton as an Executive Committee Member; and Holly Heitkamp, Ramon Sosa, James Stinsman, Kimberly Busch, Casey Sanders-Berglund, and Kira Odenbach as directors. Kira Odenbach’s listing is noted as of September 24.
The organization’s Executive Committee consists of the Chair, Vice Chair, Secretary/Treasurer, and immediate past Chair. It exercises board authority between board meetings, with actions subject to ratification at the next board meeting. The Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo Chamber of Commerce and the Fargo, Moorhead, and West Fargo governing bodies each have the power to appoint one board member.
Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc is led by Charles Johnson, President & CEO on every filing since 2019; 1 of 13 officers listed in 2024 is compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Charles Johnson
President & CEO
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$113K (2019) → $180K (2024)
Doug Peters
Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2021
Vice Chair → Chair, 2022
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Holly Heitkamp
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Ramon Sosa
Director
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kimberly Busch
Director
On filings since 2021
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Casey Sanders-Berglund
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Emily Nielsen
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
James Stinsman
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kira Odenbach
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Tanner Tweten
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kember Anderson
Secretary & Treasurer
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Clare Hughes
Vice Chair
Director → Vice Chair, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Nicole Dutton
Executive Committee Member
Director → Executive Committee Member, 2024
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (12)
- Former: Konrad Olson (2019–2023) — Director
- Former: Tom Kasper (2019–2023) — Past Chair
- Former: Brett Busby (2020–2023) — Director
- Former: Joe Miller (2022–2023) — Vice Chair
- Former: Melissa Richard (2022–2023) — Director
- Former: Lauren Orchard (2020–2022) — Director
- Former: Mike Prekel (2019–2021) — Past Chair
- Former: Nicole Steen-Dutton (2021) — Director
- Former: Kyle Anderson (2019–2020) — Vice Chair
- Former: Brad Renslow (2019) — Director
- Former: Kate Draxten (2019) — Director
- Former: Matt Marshall (2019) — Director
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $180K, to Charles Johnson (President/CEO).
Frequently asked questions about Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc
How much does Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc give each year?
Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc gave $1.1M across 3 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $1.2M across 10 grants. The 2023 filing year covers 16 months because its fiscal year-end changed.
What is Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc's typical grant size?
Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc's median grant in 2024 was $300,000, and its average grant was $366,667, across 3 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc give grants?
Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc gives mostly in Minnesota: 73% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The next largest state was North Dakota (27%). The most frequent recipient cities were Moorhead, MN (2 grants).
Does Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 3 grants with a stated purpose on Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support.
How large is Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc?
Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc reported $5.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $4.9M.
What does Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc fund?
Visit Fargo-Moorhead’s mission is to position its distinctive community as a desirable destination and gateway to the region and nation, contributing to residents’ quality of life. Its stated purpose includes enhancing the community’s economic life by attracting visitors. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc?
Capital-grant applicants should submit a request that demonstrates the project’s tourism impact and meets the program criteria. Eligibility and process details are in the grantmaking section of this profile. See how to apply ↑
What is Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc's EIN?
Fargo-Moorhead Convention & Visitors Bureau Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-0363220. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(7)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS March 19, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS July 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS February 7, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 31, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 13, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 11, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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