Power of the Purse Inc
To support and fund projects and programs that benefit women and children in the minot, North Dakota and surrounding areas.
Power of the Purse Inc at a glance
In short: Power of the Purse Inc gave $24K across 1 grant in 2022 (avg $24K), mostly in North Dakota. Source: 2022 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2022)
- $24,151
- Grants made (2022)
- 1
- Average grant
- $24,151
- Median grant
- $24,151
- Primary geography
- North Dakota (100% of itemized 2022 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2022 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2022; updated September 2026.
Who Power of the Purse Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top recipient in 2022
The largest 2022 recipient was Sanctuary Foundation Inc ($24K).
Grant Size Distribution
1 grant across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 1 grant of 1 (100%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
Grant Distribution by State
Share of the 2022 grant dollars on its one itemized grant.
States
Cities
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
In 2022 it made 1 grant totaling $24K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Sanctuary Foundation Inc Minot, ND | Cleaning and repairs from water damage in sober living house | $24,151 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 | — | $107,199 | $153,679 | $24,151 | 1 | $65,303 |
| 2021 | $233,259 | $25,060 | $27,242 | — | — | — |
| 2020 | $243,451 | $25,808 | $28,712 | — | — | — |
| 2019 | $253,920 | $27,983 | $25,389 | — | — | — |
About Power of the Purse Inc
Based on IRS filings
Power of the Purse Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Minot, ND. IRS filing data is available from 2019 through 2022. In 2022, it awarded 1 grant totaling $24K. Net investment income was $65K.
Focus Areas
Leadership & Key People
Officers and directors from IRS filings
Power of the Purse Inc is led by Ashlee Deschamp, President on every filing since 2019; none of the 4 officers listed in 2022 report compensation.
Officers on the 2022 filing
Ashlee Deschamp
President
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Chelsea Kirkhammer
Secretary
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Kristen Boen
Treasurer
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Lacey Stevick
Vice President
On filings since 2019
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2019–2022. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Frequently asked questions about Power of the Purse Inc
How much does Power of the Purse Inc give each year?
Power of the Purse Inc gave $24K across 1 grant in 2022, according to its 2022 IRS Form 990.
What is Power of the Purse Inc?
Power of the Purse Inc is a public charity focused on Human Services, based in Minot, ND.
Where does Power of the Purse Inc operate?
Power of the Purse Inc has awarded grants in North Dakota.
What is Power of the Purse Inc's EIN?
Power of the Purse Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 82-3524163. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2019–2022.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings.
Data update history
(3)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Added Form 990-EZ for fiscal year 2019 (received by the IRS March 10, 2020)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS May 4, 2023)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2022
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