Minot Junior Golf Association Inc
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc is a public charity based in Minot, North Dakota. Formed in 1994, it operates a junior learning golf center used by children or accompanying adults and made 18 grants totaling $612,368 in 2024.
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc at a glance
In short: Minot Junior Golf Association Inc gave $612K across 18 grants in 2024 (avg $34K), mostly in North Dakota. 28% of 2024 grantees were new. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $612,368
- -17.5% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 18
- -18.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $34,020
- +0.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $9,547,412
- +19.6% vs 2023
- New grantees (estimate)
- 28% first-time grantees (5 of 18, 2024; small sample)
- Primary geography
- North Dakota (100% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026. New grantees are estimated by matching recipient names across years (methodology).
How to apply to Minot Junior Golf Association Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 317 16Th St Nw, Minot, ND 58703
Phone: (701) 839-1337
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who Minot Junior Golf Association Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was Dakota Junior Golf ($225K). Together the top 10 received $552K.
Grant Size Distribution
75 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 61 grants of 75 (81%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
All 2024 grant dollars went to recipients in North Dakota.
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 18 itemized grants.
States
Cities
Is Minot Junior Golf Association Inc open to new grantees?
28%
first-time grantees, 2024
In 2024, 5 of 18 grantees (28%) were first-time recipients. With only 18 grantees, that is a small sample: one grantee more or less moves the share by about 6 points. First grants averaged $18K; repeat grants $40K. How we count
Medians: $9K first-time, $10K repeat.
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2019–2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2019 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $40K (2020) to $743K (2023). In 2024 it made 18 grants totaling $612K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Dakota Junior Golf Minot, ND | Donation to Support the Organization's Mission. | $225,000 |
| Bishop Ryan Catholic School Minot, ND | Donation to Support the Organization's Mission. | $102,068 |
| Minot Junior Bowling Minot, ND | To assist in paying for supplies, tournament costs, and coaching expenses. | $60,000 |
| Hairball Haven Minot, ND | Donation to Support the Organization's Mission. | $40,000 |
| Home for the Holidays Minot, ND | Donation to Support the Organization's Mission. | $39,850 |
| Foundation for Orthodoxy Inc Minot, ND | Donation to Support the Organization's Mission. | $30,000 |
| Minot Park District Minot, ND | Donation to Support the Organization's Mission. | $20,000 |
| Minot Youth for Christ Minot, ND | Donation to Support the Organization's Mission. | $15,000 |
| Full STEAM Ahead Minot, ND | Donation to Support the Organization's Mission. | $10,000 |
| Souris Valley United Way Minot, ND | Donation to Support the Organization's Mission. | $10,000 |
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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 | $9,547,412 | $2,717,181 | $1,483,815 | $612,368 | 18 | $75,892 |
| 2023 | $7,985,003 | $2,256,916 | $1,254,919 | $742,645 | 22 | $51,360 |
| 2022 | $6,719,520 | $2,099,404 | $1,207,797 | $592,760 | 13 | $75,145 |
| 2021 | $6,199,667 | $1,820,730 | $785,478 | $205,647 | 15 | $67,312 |
| 2020 | $5,033,738 | $988,354 | $492,672 | $40,432 | 7 | $75,731 |
| 2019 | $4,382,640 | $768,543 | $577,181 | $208,026 | 14 | $42,813 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization states its mission is the “development and operation of a junior learning golf course.” Its 2024 filing describes operation of a junior learning golf center used by children or accompanying adults during the year.
Its 2024 grants went to organizations with varied stated missions. For example, Foundation for Orthodoxy Inc says it works to unify the Orthodox religion by providing facilities and maintenance for the church community; Minot Youth for Christ says it provides religious activities for youth; Souris Valley United Way says it mobilizes people, organizations, and resources to advance education, financial stability, and health while addressing basic human needs; and Companions for Children says it provides children with volunteer adults through mentoring relationships.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the association awarded 18 grants totaling $612,368. Grants ranged from $5,425 to $225,000, with a median of $10,000.
The largest awards included $225,000 to Dakota Junior Golf and $102,068 to Bishop Ryan Catholic School, both for donations to support the organizations’ missions. Other notable grants were $60,000 to Minot Junior Bowling for supplies, tournament costs, and coaching expenses; $40,000 to Hairball Haven; $39,850 to Home for the Holidays; and $30,000 to Foundation for Orthodoxy Inc. The association also awarded $15,000 to Minot Youth for Christ, $10,000 to Souris Valley United Way, and $5,600 to Companions for Children.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing lists Reed Argent as president, Roland Aarayan as vice president, Erika Kelly as secretary, and Chuck Krantz, Todd Cresap, Steve Fundsingland, Dan Langemo, Kelsey Holt, Steve Kottsick, and Carol Gefre as directors or bookkeeper. Carol Gefre is listed as bookkeeper.
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc is led by Reed Argent, President on every filing since 2019; 3 of 10 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Reed Argent
President
On filings since 2019
4.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Steve Fundsingland
Director
On filings since 2019
4.5 hrs/week
$36K (2024)
Steve Kottsick
Director
On filings since 2019
4.5 hrs/week
$21K (2019) → $0 (2024)
Chuck Krantz
Director
On filings since 2019
4.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Dan Langemo
Director
On filings since 2021
4.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Kelsey Holt
Director
On filings since 2021
4.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Todd Cresap
Director
On filings since 2021
4.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Carol Gefre
Bookkeeper
On filings since 2019
40 hrs/week
$117K (2019) → $129K (2024)
Roland Aarayan
Vice President
On filings since 2019
4.5 hrs/week
$2K (2024)
Erika Kelly
Secretary
On filings since 2021
4.5 hrs/week
No compensation reported
Former officers (4)
- Former: Jim Foltz (2019–2022) — Executive Director
- Former: Dusty Zimmerman (2019–2020) — Director
- Former: Ron Rogelstad (2019–2020) — Secretary
- Former: Betty Lewis (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 $129K, to Carol Gefre (Bookkeeper). 3 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about Minot Junior Golf Association Inc
How much does Minot Junior Golf Association Inc give each year?
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc gave $612K across 18 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $743K across 22 grants.
What is Minot Junior Golf Association Inc's typical grant size?
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $34,020, across 18 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Organizations receiving their first grant from Minot Junior Golf Association Inc that year got $18K on average.
Where does Minot Junior Golf Association Inc give grants?
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc gives mostly in North Dakota: 100% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990 went to recipients there. The most frequent recipient cities were Minot, ND (18 grants).
Does Minot Junior Golf Association Inc give general operating support?
Not in 2024: none of the 18 grants with a stated purpose on Minot Junior Golf Association Inc's 2024 IRS Form 990 were described as general or operating support. Recurring purposes include "Donation to Support the Organization's Mission." (17 grants).
Who are Minot Junior Golf Association Inc's largest grantees?
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc's largest 2024 grantees include Dakota Junior Golf ($225,000), Bishop Ryan Catholic School ($102,068) and Minot Junior Bowling ($60,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 63% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is Minot Junior Golf Association Inc?
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc reported $9.5M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990. Its revenue that year was $2.7M.
What does Minot Junior Golf Association Inc fund?
The organization states its mission is the “development and operation of a junior learning golf course.” Its 2024 filing describes operation of a junior learning golf center used by children or accompanying adults during the year. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from Minot Junior Golf Association Inc?
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is Minot Junior Golf Association Inc's EIN?
Minot Junior Golf Association Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 45-0436257. 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 July 23, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS August 4, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 9, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 6, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 12, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS October 21, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2019–2024
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