John and Elaine Andrist Charitable Trust

Matt & Joann Butler Foundation

Fargo, ND

Ronald and Duska LaCount Family Foundation

Minot, ND

In 2023, the foundation supported organizations including a zoo, cultural and educational institutions, a philanthropic organization, and the YMCA, primarily for general operating expenses. Grants ranged from $3,926 to $2.5 million, with a median of $500,000; 77% of grant dollars went to North Dakota and 23% to Ohio. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected organizations.

The Rob Walton Foundation

Bentonviille, AR

The Rob Walton Foundation primarily funds large-scale conservation in Sub-Saharan Africa, especially protected areas, and related work supporting local communities, conservation organizations, and public-sector capacity. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,000 to $33.9 million, with a median of $50,000; it supports work across 33 African countries, though grant recipients are based largely in several U.S. states. It funds only preselected charitable organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.

Christopher Reeve Foundation

Short Hills, NJ

The Christopher Reeve Foundation funds spinal cord injury research and projects that improve access, independence, inclusion, and health for people affected by paralysis. Its Quality of Life grants are for U.S. projects and typically range from $5,000 to $50,000, with a reported median grant of $24,800. Applications are submitted through its online grants portal; the profile does not state whether unsolicited requests are accepted.

Roughrider Electric Cooperative Inc

Hazen, ND

Membershipwe will place the member first in determining policies and procedures.we will strive to keep the membership informed and involved in their cooperative.servicewe are committed at every level to maintain and provide the highest standard of service.financial we are committed to keeping the cooperative financially strong through prudent business practices.growthwe will remain open to opportunities for growth which will benefit the membership.employeeswe recognize our employees as an important asset of the cooperative.we will provide an atmosphere where all employees can perform at their maximum potential and ability.board and managementthe board and management are committed to being innovative, informed and progressive in their role as leaders of the cooperative and the area it serves. We, the board of directors, management and employees, are committed in a united effort to carry out this mission.

Reynolds American Foundation

Winston-Salem, NC

The James Foundation Inc

Auburn, IN

The James Foundation funds education and scholarships, arts and culture, and innovative projects that improve quality of life, primarily in Northeast Indiana, while also supporting some national organizations. Its 2025 grants ranged from $500 to $3 million, with a median of $10,000. Its website says it is not accepting applications at this time; the 2025 filing describes a preliminary grant application.

Community Foundation of Grand Forks East Grand Forks and Region

Grand Forks, ND

The foundation funds nonprofits and public entities through selected competitive funds, supporting community and human services, environmental sustainability, human rights, arts, youth music, equity, and civic life. Its 2024 grants ranged from $5,500 to $148,038, with a median of about $19,900, and it serves Grand Forks, Walsh, and Polk Counties in North Dakota and Minnesota. It accepts applications or letters of inquiry through specific fund programs; the profile does not state whether it accepts general unsolicited requests.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota Caring Foundation

Fargo, ND

The foundation funds health and well-being initiatives in North Dakota, especially health promotion and disease prevention, behavioral health, social drivers of health, rural health, and maternal health. In 2025, grants ranged from $40 to $60,000, with a median award of $1,500; its programs include awards from $5,000 to $50,000. The profile does not state whether it accepts unsolicited requests.

North Dakota Humanities Council

Bismarck, ND

The North Dakota Humanities Council invests in the people of North Dakota by creating and sustaining humanities programs that provides its participants with a better understanding of the past, a better analysis of the present, and a better vision for the future.

Engelstad Family Foundation

Las Vegas, NV

The Engelstad Family Foundation supports sustainable, systems-level change, especially nonprofit capacity and community partnerships in Southern Nevada, across areas such as education, health, and social services. Its 2024 grants ranged from $1,000 to $21 million, with a median of about $163,000. It does not accept unsolicited requests and gives only to preselected organizations.

The Barry Foundation

Fargo, ND

The Barry Foundation funds education, housing and human services, health, spirituality, the environment, and arts, with much of its giving in North Dakota and Minnesota. Its 2024 grants ranged from $250 to $335,000, with a median of $1,325; it gives only to preselected organizations and does not accept unsolicited requests.