The purpose of the Foundation is to pursue unique fundraising opportunities and increase private sector support to further the development, growth, and excellence of the Park District in providing modernized facilities and quality recreation services.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$20.8M
-26.9% YoY
Annual Giving
$12.1M
+41.2% YoY
Grant Count
1
+0.0% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$12.1M
+41.2% YoY
About Fargo Park District Foundation
Based on IRS filings
Fargo Park District Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Recreation & Sports, based in FARGO, ND. IRS filing data is available from 2021 through 2024. As of 2024, the organization holds $20.8M in total assets. In 2024, it awarded 1 grants totaling $12.1M. Net investment income was $4K.
Focus Areas
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
States
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $20,774,554 | $28,402,155 | $29,847,517 |
| Revenue | $1,237,563 | $2,879,500 | $6,519,492 |
| Expenses | $12,400,445 | $8,841,565 | $3,361,143 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $3,562 | $287 | — |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 1 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
3 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include Park District of the City of Fargo ($12,106,244).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Park District of the City of Fargo Fargo, ND | 1. Enhancing and improving other properties owned by the Fargo Park District 2. Engineering and Architectural Services for the Fargo Parks Sports Center, a governmental recreational building being built in Fargo, ND3. Pledge and Sponsorship payments to pay for Fargo Parks Sports Center and Island Park Pool construction | $12,106,244 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stacey Griggs - President as of | July, VP until July | 0.5 | — |
| Melissa Brandt | Vice President as of July | 0.5 | — |
| Chad Marsden | Treasurer | 0.5 | — |
| Mike Erickson - Board Member | President until July | 0.5 | — |
| Rock Messerschmidt | Board Member | 0.5 | — |
| Darren Dunlop | Board Member | 0.5 | — |
| Joe Deutsch | Board Member until July | 0.5 | — |
| Aaron Hill | Board Member as of July | 0.5 | — |
| Bob Bartlet | Board Member as of | 0.5 | — |
| Craig Bjur | Executive Director | 40 | $124,614 |
Subject Areas
Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fargo Park District Foundation?
Fargo Park District Foundation is a nonprofit organization focused on Recreation & Sports, based in FARGO, ND. It holds $20.8M in total assets as of 2024.
How large is Fargo Park District Foundation?
As of 2024, Fargo Park District Foundation holds $20.8M in total assets with $1.2M in annual revenue. It awarded 1 grants totaling $12.1M in 2024.
Where does Fargo Park District Foundation operate?
Fargo Park District Foundation has awarded grants in North Dakota.
What size grants does Fargo Park District Foundation award?
In 2024, Fargo Park District Foundation awarded 1 grants totaling $12.1M — an average of about $12.1M per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Fargo Park District Foundation's EIN?
Fargo Park District Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 47-1248968. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2021–2024.
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings.
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