Ichf Foundation
ICHF Foundation (also known as St. Joseph's Foundation) is a public charity based in Minot, North Dakota. Established in 1998, the foundation was converted from St. Joseph's Hospital and operates as a supporting organization of St. Joseph's Community Health Foundation. The organization is structured with Inspiritus Community Health Foundation operating as a subordinate organization under ICHF Foundation.
Financial Overview
From 2025 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$19.9M
+6.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$280K
+2.2% YoY
Grant Count
21
+16.7% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$13K
-12.4% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
ICHF Foundation's stated purpose is to promote healthy and sustainable communities by providing financial gifts, strengthening collaborative relationships, and supporting local initiatives that impact the mental, physical, and spiritual well-being of residents in its service area.
Primary funding areas include:
- Health programs and healthcare quality improvement
- Educational programs
- Ministerial programs
- Community development initiatives
- Physical wellness projects
- Food security and pantry support
Grantmaking
The foundation accepts grant applications on an annual cycle. For the 2025-26 grant cycle, applications for regular grants and participation in the Twice Blessed grant program were accepted through August 15.
Review Cycle
, applications for regular grants and participation in the Twice Blessed grant program were accepted through August 15.
How to Apply
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
ICHF Foundation serves an eleven-county region in northwest North Dakota:
- Bottineau
- Burke
- McHenry
- McLean
- Mountrail
- Pierce
- Renville
- Rolette
- Sheridan
- Ward
- Wells
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
ICHF Foundation (as of 2024):
- Total assets: $18,750,461
- Total revenues: $1,238,798
- Total expenses: $787,808
- Staff: 3 employees
Inspiritus Community Health Foundation (as of 2025):
- Total assets: $6,798
- Total revenues: $1,171,557
- Total expenses: $1,171,090
- Staff: 0 employees (operates as subordinate organization)
| Metric | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $19,931,806 | $18,750,461 | $16,885,609 |
| Revenue | $1,562,685 | $1,238,798 | $440,806 |
| Expenses | $952,758 | $787,808 | $715,332 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $1,357,046 | $1,024,512 | $222,031 |
| 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 10 recipients in 2025
Grant Size Distribution
96 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2025 grants, the largest include Our Lady of Grace Food Pantry ($51,203), Minot Commission on Aging ($27,500), The Lord's Cupboard - Minot ($22,782).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| FIRSTLINK FARGO, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $7,000 |
| KENMARE WHEELS & MEALS KENMARE, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $6,000 |
| METIGOSHE MINISTRIES BOTTINEAU, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $10,750 |
| MINOT COMMISSION ON AGING MINOT, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $27,500 |
| MINOT STATE UNIVERSITY MINOT, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $12,450 |
| SOURIS BASIN TRANSPORTATION MINOT, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $15,000 |
| TRI COUNTY SENIOR MEALS AND SERVICES RUGBY, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $5,500 |
| THE VILLAGE FAMILY SERVICE CENTER MINOT, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $12,000 |
| BETTER LIVING FOR GARRISON GARRISON, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $5,750 |
| FIRST DISTRICT HEALTH UNIT MINOT, ND | TO PROVIDE ASSISTANCE IN PROGRAM'S MISSION. | $17,325 |
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Compensation Overview
From 2025 IRS filing
From 2025 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALECIA PULVER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JAMES ENGLISH | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| JANE HIRST | CHAIR | 1 | — |
| KATELYN DENNE | VICE CHAIR | 1 | — |
| MARISA ASHEIM | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| RICK BEALL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL BUSETH | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MEGAN HOGUE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| TOM MILLER | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| MELISSA MESSERLY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| LORI BERENTSON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DAWN FITZGERALD | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| AMBER FRANCIS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| SHELLY WEPPLER | PRESIDENT | 25 | $98,786 |
Contact Information
Address: 308 2nd Ave SW, Minot, ND 58701-3746
Phone: 701-837-1726
Website: inspiritnd.com
EIN: 36-3464642
Frequently Asked Questions
What does Ichf Foundation fund?
ICHF Foundation's stated purpose is to promote healthy and sustainable communities by providing financial gifts, strengthening collaborative relationships, and supporting local initiatives that impact the mental, physical, and spiritual well-being of residents in its service area. Primary funding areas include: • Health programs and healthcare quality improvement • Educational programs • Ministerial programs • Community development initiatives • Physical wellness projects • Food security and pa…
How do I apply for a grant from Ichf Foundation?
**Grant Amounts & Activity:** • Total giving in recent fiscal year: $651,885 • Typical award range: $5,000–$51,203 • Recent grants include: Project Bee ($43,150), Church of Our Lady of Grace - Minot Parish ($37,905), and The Welcome Table ($23,054) **Application Process:** The foundation accepts grant applications on an annual cycle. For the 2025-26 grant cycle, applications for regular grants and participation in the Twice Blessed grant program were accepted through August 15. **Twice Blessed …
Where does Ichf Foundation make grants?
ICHF Foundation serves an eleven-county region in northwest North Dakota: • Bottineau • Burke • McHenry • McLean • Mountrail • Pierce • Renville • Rolette • Sheridan • Ward • Wells
What size grants does Ichf Foundation award?
In 2025, Ichf Foundation awarded 21 grants totaling $280K — an average of about $13K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is Ichf Foundation's EIN?
Ichf Foundation's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 36-3464642. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2025.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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