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Form 990-PFTax year 2024EIN 36-3556764

Midcontinent Foundation

A private foundation in Minneapolis, MN. Its return for tax year 2024 lists 262 grants and $269,208 paid in grants.

Tax year 2024 (period ending Dec 31, 2024), read from the IRS e-file on Nov 11, 2026. Returns reach the IRS 5 to 18 months after the year they describe.

How to apply

Accepts applications

The return gives an application contact and rules, as below.

Contact
Rhonda Erickson
3600 Minnesota Drive Suite 700
Minneapolis, MN 55435
(952) 844-2600
Form and materials
Letter including description of intended use, address, and telephone number of organization.
Deadlines
Foundation board meets semi-annually
Restrictions
None

Assets and giving by year

7 returns on file
Grants paid by tax year. The latest year is in blue.
  • Tax year 2024

    $269,208

    Grants listed
    262
    Assets, end of year
    $81,139
  • Tax year 2023

    $295,160

    Grants listed
    221
    Assets, end of year
    $62,567
  • Tax year 2022

    $252,510

    Grants listed
    204
    Assets, end of year
    $25,360
  • Tax year 2021

    $254,985

    Grants listed
    221
    Assets, end of year
    $34,018
  • Tax year 2020

    $440,131

    Grants listed
    225
    Assets, end of year
    $60,192
  • Tax year 2019

    $238,830

    Grants listed
    235
    Assets, end of year
    $22,090
  • Tax year 2018

    $240,911

    Grants listed
    257
    Assets, end of year
    $30,154

Grants paid in 2024

262 grants, largest first

As listed on the return.

  1. Cristo Rey Jesuit High SchoolMinneapolis, MN

    Surprise grant requested by pat mcadaragh and steve grosser to be presented oct 15

    $5,000
  2. YMCA Sioux Falls (for Camp Leif Ericson)Sioux Falls, SD

    2024 flooding of camp leif ericson

    $5,000
  3. Wecan Western Communities Action NetworkMound, MN

    Purchase a new refrigerator/freezer or support a match for the tommy's trees campaign which uses the proceeds for company mission which delivers emergency service, sharing information, developing cooperative efforts, and making referrals to other agencies.

    $4,000
  4. Douglas County Child Development Association DBA Positive Bright StartLawrence, KS

    Positive bright start has two classrooms in the edgewood community in lawrence serving children 2.5 to 5 years of age with positive behavior supports as the foundation of the classrooms.

    $3,000
  5. Turningpoint for VictimsNew Richmond, WI

    Services for victims of domestic and sexual violence

    $3,000
  6. Le Sueur County Fair AssociationLe Center, MN

    The overall purpose of this grant is to support/supply the newly funded, already delivered, ice cream/coffee trailer; funded primarily by the blandin foundation, owned by the le sueur county fair association, for 4h, FFA, and youth fundraisers.

    $2,500
  7. Friends of Levitt Sioux Falls LLCSioux Falls, SD

    Grant for use at the levitt. Presented at SLT 2024

    $2,500
  8. It Takes A Village (fiscal Sponsor Embe)Sioux Falls, SD

    Surprise grants requested by paige pearson meyer

    $2,500
  9. The Lincoln High School Bandparents AssociationSioux Falls, SD

    Grant for use for the lincoln high school band. Presented at SLT 2024

    $2,500
  10. City of BasehorBasehor, KS

    To help assist any qualified senior citizens with a portion of their utility bills in our basehor community and/or help the non-profit organizations in our community with adding any grant dollars to the mayor's community enrichment program.

    $2,500
  11. City of TonganoxieTonganoxie, KS

    The city of tonganoxie is requesting funding support for the purchase of technology equipment (two laptop devices) which will be made available to the general public at the city hall facility and the council/ muni court chambers facility.

    $2,070
  12. Bowdle Public LibraryBowdle, SD

    The library has suffered significant city budget cuts of 67% in supplies and books. We are looking for funding to assist with the successful continuation of our children's programs, and to maintain a relevant inventory of adult and children's books.

    $2,000
  13. Buxton Rural Fire Protection DistrictBuxton, ND

    To purchase new medical bags for our 8 first responders.

    $2,000
  14. Grand Forks Parks & Recreation FoundationGrand Forks, ND

    The grand forks park district plans to construct a new patio area at skidmore park as part of a larger revitalization project of this small park in north grand forks.

    $2,000
  15. Heaven's Table Food Shelf - Backpack ProgramFairmont, MN

    To provide funds for our backpack program, giving students in need healthy food options over the weekend, serving 365 elementary students during the school year in 4 public schools throughout martin county.

    $2,000
  16. Sherburn Fire DepartmentSherburn, MN

    This grant will have reduce the cost in getting a led light tower for rescue truck. The led lights will be brighter and last longer then the current halogen lights that we currently have.

    $2,000
  17. Yankton Food for ThoughtYankton, SD

    These funds will be used to purchase food for the weekend sack packs for children.

    $2,000
  18. City of WabashaWabasha, MN

    Equipment for fire truck for city of wabasha fire department

    $2,000
  19. Anne Carlsen CenterJamestown, ND

    Residential services and outpatient therapies.

    $2,000
  20. City of Tonganoxie Fire DepartmentTonganoxie, KS

    We are requesting your support for an addition to our community safety resources- an automated external defibrillator (aed) that will significantly enhance our ability to respond to cardiac emergencies and save lives within our community.

    $2,000
  21. Doland Community LibraryDoland, SD

    To purchase a aed machine for the library lobby

    $2,000
  22. Doland Volunteer Fire DepartmentDoland, SD

    Purchase a flir (infared camera)

    $2,000
  23. Eudora Community LibraryEudora, KS

    To purchase a new, up to date model of the awe early literacy station and other necessary items for the station for our children's room.

    $2,000
  24. Junior Achievement North Greater MinnesotaSt Cloud, MN

    Funding from the midco foundation would help ja north sponsor one ja program and class in each of the following minnesota communities during the 2024-2025 school year: avon, cold spring, medford, new ulm, ST. Augusta, and waite park, MN.

    $2,000
  25. Northern State University FoundationAberdeen, SD

    To assist with new cardio equipment (treadmills and ellipticals) in our university student wellness center, replacing older, non-functioning equipment.

    $2,000
  26. O'Connell Children's ShelterLawrence, KS

    Expand tutoring services in o'connell children's shelter's after-school programming for teenage youth in foster care

    $2,000
  27. The New Adventures Journeys and Achievements FoundationRapid City, SD

    Purchase a vertacat adaptive electric golf cart to enable children with physical disabilities to play golf, providing them with safe and accessible way around the course.

    $2,000
  28. Victims of Violence Intervention Program (vvip)- Artemis HouseSpearfish, SD

    Victims of violence intervention program (vvip), operating artemis house shelter, provides services to survivors of dating violence, domestic violence, sexual assault and stalking through education, advocacy, and awareness.

    $2,000
  29. Headwaters School of Music and the ArtsBemidji, MN

    Building improvements at the entrance of headwaters music & arts in bemidji MN

    $1,850
  30. Minnehaha County Rescue SquadSioux Falls, SD

    We are requesting assistance to acquire a medical slide in for the back of our utv. We do medical standby for large events and also off-road rescues that this would greatly enhance the ability of our utv and our units ability to perform at these even

    $1,750
  31. The Lost & Found AssociationSioux Falls, SD

    Provide one family financial assistance in the wake of a suicide loss.

    $1,750
  32. West Central Music AssociationHartford, SD

    Purchase two mellophones

    $1,600
  33. 318 ProjectBismarck, ND

    31:8 project is asking for support to provide 50 youth ages 13-17 with support backpacks through our bravery backpacks program. These backpacks are given to children in traumatic situations. It is our hope that they provide children with comfort.

    $1,500
  34. Breaking Bread MinistriesMitchell, SD

    The purpose of this request is to raise money to help serve the under-resourced community in mitchell, south dakota.

    $1,500
  35. Breathe BravelySioux Falls, SD

    Breathe bravely requests support for a project to develop and implement educational cystic fibrosis and vocology courses and interventions for outpatient clinic providers and staff at cystic fibrosis clinics around the us.

    $1,500
  36. Doland Fire DepartmentDoland, SD

    Upgrade our jaws of life

    $1,500
  37. Emily's HopeSioux Falls, SD

    To distribute narcan, enhance treatment access, and promote our k-12 substance use prevention curriculum, supporting community resilience against substance use disorder.

    $1,500
  38. Every Mealthe Sheridan StoryRoseville, MN

    Every meals mission is to fight child hunger through community and school partnerships. Funding will benefit our weekend meal program, where a 4-5 LB tailored meal bag is sent home with students each weekend when there is no access to school meals.

    $1,500
  39. Feeding South DakotaSioux Falls, SD

    We request funding to support the sanford wellness pantry. We will use the funds for the purchase of food for the pantry, located in the children's hospital.

    $1,500
  40. Ginny's Safe HouseRedfield, SD

    The purpose the grant is to support our victims as they become survivors of abuse. In leaving their abuser they find themselves completing starting over and lack adequate housing and household items.

    $1,500
  41. Heartland Community Health Center (heartland Medical Clinic)Lawrence, KS

    Heartland medical clinic, inc. DBA heartland community health center is requesting important funds to purchase equipment and supplies for our healthy futures childrens dental outreach program.

    $1,500
  42. Hornets Hive DBA CornerstoneFrazee, MN

    To increase create a robust economy in frazee, MN through placemaking and steam classes for all ages. We are creating a second location that will host games, events, 3d printing, laser engraving, art classes, pottery, wood crafts and outdoor games

    $1,500
  43. Koochiching County Food AccessIntl Falls, MN

    This proposal seeks funding for general operations for koochiching county food access (kcfa). Kcfa is a hunger relief organization that operates food shelves and school pantries that provide free food to low-income residents of koochiching county.

    $1,500
  44. Lake Region Public Library (under City of Devils Lake)Devils Lake, ND

    The lake region public library is requesting funding towards the replacement of the failed hvac system in order to ensure proper heating, cooling, and humidity control in the library.

    $1,500
  45. Lawrence River City Cosmopolitan ClubLawrence, KS

    LRCCC will provide scholarships to lawrence area minors with diabetes for ada summer camp tuition.

    $1,500
  46. Minnesota Flyers Gymnastics IncDetroit Lakes, MN

    Annual funding of flytime, a special needs program at minnesota flyers

    $1,500
  47. Monticello Girls Fastpitch AssociationMonticello, MN

    Our softball fields need crucial updates and renovations to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all participants. From repairing damaged infrastructure to enhancing playing surfaces, fences and equipment, there are numerous areas that require attentio

    $1,500
  48. Operation Homefront IncSan Antonio, TX

    Operation homefronts holiday meals for military primarily helps junior enlisted military families (e1e6) celebrate the holidays by providing them with a $70 grocery gift card.

    $1,500
  49. Richardton Healthcare FoundationRichardton, ND

    Wander guards

    $1,500
  50. American Cancer SocietyEagan, MN

    Gold champions

    $1,500
  51. City of Mitchell Recreation CenterMitchell, SD

    Funding for snack pack summer program

    $1,500
  52. St Francis HouseSioux Falls, SD

    Support ST francis house's holiday initiatives for families

    $1,500
  53. Alvarado RescueAlvarado, MN

    Many times on first responder calls, there are only 1-2 personnel who are able to show up as we are a volunteer squad. It would be helpful to have a tool to help us lift people off the ground to protect them and ourselves.

    $1,500
  54. Center of HopeSioux Falls, SD

    The funds from this grant would cover the cost for new backpacks for our guests who are transitioning out of prison.

    $1,500
  55. Down HomeFargo, ND

    DH believes in the comfort & dignity of a good nights sleep. 80% of our clients have to choose between paying for rent & food or buying furniture. One of our major objectives is to provide clients with comfortable beds, gett

    $1,500
  56. Jobs for America's Graduates - South DakotaPierre, SD

    Support and grow jobs for america's graduates - south dakota (jag-sd). Jag-sd is a program that helps students at-risk of dropping out by empowering them with the skills to succeed in education, employment, and life.

    $1,500
  57. LifescapeRapid City, SD

    To purchase sensory-friendly equipment that will provide a variety of sensory experiences/activities for children receiving therapy services at our RC therapy center. It will support the development of essential life skills for children with autism.

    $1,500
  58. Northern Lakes Arts AssociationEly, MN

    Nlaa seeks funding to elevate broadway in the boundary waters: 4 musicals, 2 youth camps, 9 concerts. Funds enhance will help upgrade tech, and boost marketing, enriching community engagement and bridging and building community through the arts.

    $1,500
  59. Prevent Child Abuse North Dakota (pcand)Bismarck, ND

    The primary prevention subcommittee began to focus efforts on creating a child sexual abuse prevention guide for caregivers and released the guide in 2023. This grant would allow us to purchase more guides for distributing and education.

    $1,500
  60. Red River Children's Advocacy CenterFargo, ND

    To soundproof rrcac therapy offices, forensic interview rooms, and staff office spaces to increase confidentiality and staff productivity.

    $1,500
  61. Someplace SafeFergus Falls MN, MN

    Someplace safe provides emergency services & resources to survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault, human & labor trafficking, abuse in later life, harassment, etc). The purpose of the request is to provide safety & security devices

    $1,500
  62. Sturgis Community PreschoolSturgis, SD

    We seek $2,000 for one-time improvements to sturgis community preschool. Replacing classroom flooring, installing a secure mailbox, and adding a refillable water fountain will enhance safety, hygiene, and efficiency for our young learners and staff.

    $1,500
  63. Central Cass RoboticsCasselton, ND

    To fund a school robotics program. Our program provides opportunities for students grades 5-12 to learn how to build, design, drive, and present robots. We focus on encouraging STEM and providing students with more academic programs in our school.

    $1,250
  64. Chi Health at Home - Home Health and HospiceDickinson, ND

    Hospice support for people in their last stages of life who have no financial help to afford skilled healthcare services. Raised money also helps with grief support up to 13 months for family members of the passed loved one.

    $1,250
  65. Domestic Violence Network IncMadison, SD

    The purpose of the grant is to continue providing emergency services for survivors of domestic violence, stalking and sexual assault in lake and miner county. Emergency services consists of economic assistance that will keep the victims safe.

    $1,250
  66. Sleep in Heavenly PeacePocatello, ID

    The purpose of our grant request is to secure funding to build and deliver eight beds to children in need throughout pierre, south dakota. These children are currently sleeping on the floor or in other uncomfortable conditions.

    $1,250
  67. The Sexual Trauma and Abuse Care CenterLawrence, KS

    Staff safety and security of staff - mental physical safety - is generally not included in state and federal grants, and we want our staff to feel safe and secure as they provide advocacy for survivors of sexual violence.

    $1,250
  68. Youth & Family Services Inc (yfs)Rapid City, SD

    Yfs' garden education project teaches children about gardening and nutrition and involves them in growing fresh produce for yfs kitchens, which they later consume with their meals. Funds are requested for basic tools needed at yfs fullerton farm.

    $1,250
  69. Caregiver Response Effort & Service Team (crest)Fairmont, MN

    Through our interactions with crest participants we have become more aware of the consequences of social isolation. The opening doors to senior adults project is a way to get these individuals participating in social activities & community events.

    $1,250
  70. Friends of Lake Bemidji State ParkBemidji, MN

    The purpose will be to conserve and manage the parks natural resources, while providing outdoor recreational opportunities with an enhanced educational program for all ages to increase knowledge of environmental & conservation practices.

    $1,250
  71. Mapleton Volunteer Fire DepartmentMapleton, ND

    The purpose of this grant request is to secure funding for the purchase of five milwaukee m18 redlithium high output batteries. These batteries will serve as essential spares for our battery-powered firefighting tools.

    $1,250
  72. Northlands Rescue MissionGrand Forks, ND

    Scattered site homeless shelters for families

    $1,250
  73. Project 1590 Incmartin County KnowhowFairmont, MN

    Martin county knowhow is a non-profit group which promotes STEM activities in martin county. We run 3d printer workshops, summer STEM camps, vex robotics competitions, and serve as booster club to the fairmont and martin county west robotics teams.

    $1,250
  74. TearsGrand Forks, ND

    Tears hosts an annual remembrance dinner for families in our area that have experienced a loss of a loved one to suicide. The dinner is meant to gather these families together and build a network of support to promote healing.

    $1,250
  75. Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Red River ValleyFargo, ND

    The purchase of a new computer.

    $1,100
  76. Aberdeen Swim ClubAberdeen, SD

    We are currently in the process of acquiring a new swimming equipment for asc.

    $1,000
  77. Abused Adult Resource CenterBismarck, ND

    Replace camera security systems in two shelter facilities (pam's house and DZ hope house), family safety center and seeds of hope thrift store.

    $1,000
  78. Active GenerationsSioux Falls, SD

    Insulated delivery bags for meals on wheels

    $1,000
  79. Alzheimer's AssociationChicago, IL

    To support the fargo-moorhead walk to end alzheimer's.

    $1,000
  80. Annandale ElementaryAnnandale, MN

    Books for babies will invite kindergartners to use writing, phonics, and comprehension skills to create books. These kid-made books will be donated to our local hospital for new babies and their parents to bring home when they are born.

    $1,000
  81. Bethel Lutheran FoundationWilliston, ND

    This grant request aims to enhance the lives of the elderly in williston, ND. Social interaction is one of the most important aspects of aging adults, and having an adequate, inviting, and comfortable space for socializing is crucial.

    $1,000
  82. Bismarck Cancer Center FoundationBismarck, ND

    To supplement locally available state-of-the-art radiation therapy services with wrap-around supports available to both cancer patients and their families.

    $1,000
  83. Black Hills Works IncRapid City, SD

    To support inclusive, supportive cultural programming for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their community.

    $1,000
  84. Boys & Girls Club of Detroit Lakes IncDetroit Lakes, MN

    Bring inspiration and joy to the interior of the boys & girls club of detroit lakes building highlighting child-made, historical, and inspirational artwork/dcor for community members and club kids walking the hallways to enjoy.

    $1,000
  85. Call to FreedomSioux Falls, SD

    Call to freedom (CTF) is a south dakota nonprofit with a mission to bring wholeness to all individuals impacted by sex and labor trafficking and commercial sexual exploitation. We have served over 1,200 survivors since 2016.

    $1,000
  86. Casting for Recovery IncSioux Falls, SD

    The casting for recovery south dakota program will host a 2.5-day retreat for breast cancer survivors october 4-6, 2024 in waubay, SD. The retreat will include: medical education, psychosocial sessions, and fly fishing to introduce mindfulness.

    $1,000
  87. Chi Health at Home - Home Health and HospiceWilliston, ND

    Raised money will go towards our hospice program for people in their last stages of life and for loved ones left behind.

    $1,000
  88. City of BasehorBasehor, KS

    To help assist any qualified senior citizens with a portion of their utility fees in our basehor community and/or help the non-profit organizations in our community with adding any grant dollars to the mayor's community enrichment program.

    $1,000
  89. City Play Corps (city Playcorps Inc)Lawrence, KS

    We have an ongoing program of providing pop up adventure playgrounds at the lawrence famers market on a regular basis from june to october. This grant will help support the fees associated with that program

    $1,000
  90. Community Foundation of Grand Forks East Grand Forks and RegionGrand Forks, ND

    These funds will support the pilot of a summer program for youths aged approximately 10-14 in the north end neighborhoods of grand forks to engage in sustainability education in our public parks.

    $1,000
  91. DakotabilitiesSioux Falls, SD

    We are expanding residential housing for adults with disabilities to meet growing needs. 2022 census data shows people with disabilities under age 65 make up 7.2% of the sioux falls population, and this will continue to rise as our population grows.

    $1,000
  92. Dickinson Area Public LibraryDickinson, ND

    The purpose of the request is to help us cover the costs of supplies/materials for the activities and events we host throughout the summer. We will also use grant funds to purchase small prizes and grand prizes to encourage reading all summer.

    $1,000
  93. Douglas County Visiting Nurses Association IncLawrence, KS

    The purpose of this grant request is to fund the purchase of two portable bariatric scales to accurately and safely weigh vnas homebound patients with obesity.

    $1,000
  94. Elizabeth B Ballard Community Center IncLawrence, KS

    Midco foundation funds will be used to update the social/emotional curriculum and developmental assessment materials for the ballard centers early childhood education program.

    $1,000
  95. Essentia Health Fargo FoundationFargo, ND

    To continue to provide support for essentia health fargo cancer center nourishment program. Support will be used to sustain nutritional meals for patients undergoing treatment, helping them with their fight against the disease.

    $1,000
  96. F5 ProjectFargo, ND

    Food and supplies for recovery houses.

    $1,000
  97. Fairmont High School Robotics TeamFairmont, MN

    The robotics team requests funding for our 2024 competition season.

    $1,000
  98. Friends of the Children Fargo-MoorheadFargo, ND

    Friends of the children fargo-moorhead humbly requests $5,000 from the midco foundation to support our evidence-based professional mentoring program serving children facing complex trauma and systemic poverty in the fargo-moorhead community.

    $1,000
  99. Furever FullDickinson, ND

    To obtain funding to purchase pet food and supplies. We want to also grow our program by helping with funding for spay/ neuter services. We are in need of a computer for tracking purposes.

    $1,000
  100. Gigi's Playhouse FargoFargo, ND

    Empowering early language development: expanding gigi's playhouse lmnop program. Gigi's playhouse is a down syndrome achievement center offering customized, research-based programs geared specifically to the way individuals with down syndrome learn.

    $1,000
  101. Girl Scouts of Northeast Kansas and Northwest MissouriOverland Park, KS

    This grant aims to upgrade the tech infrastructure in the collaboration center at gsksmo's headquarters. This upgrade will enhance accessibility for over 9,000 adult volunteers and troop leaders who use the space for meetings and trainings.

    $1,000
  102. Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sioux FallsSioux Falls, SD

    To increase the availability of workforce housing as well as provide hands-on learning opportunities in the trade programs for high school students enrolled in cte academy classes.

    $1,000
  103. HC Community Care Center and Food PantryGrand Forks, ND

    To provide transportation needs to food pantry/care center clients through bus passes, fuel cards; foldable wheeled shopping carts, a wheelchair for client safety and winter gear for clients who walk to center to collect food and need warm clothing.

    $1,000
  104. Higher Power Automotive Ministries DBA Fix It Forward MinistryFargo, ND

    The purpose of this request is to fund fix it forward ministry to continue their mission of providing vehicles (472 vehicles to date) or vehicle repair (1,000 repairs to date) to community members unable to afford to purchase or repair a vehicle.

    $1,000
  105. Hitchcock Community FireHitchcock, SD

    We want to purchase a new aed ours is currently outdated and some other first aid equipment. We are trained in first aid and aed and currently respond on all ambulance calls in our fire district.

    $1,000
  106. James River Senior Center and Public Transit (james River Senior Citizens CJamestown, ND

    Entertainment/exercise a.v. Equipment, portable dance floor & new steamer

    $1,000
  107. Jobs for America's Graduates - South Dakota (south Dakota Community FoundatPierre, SD

    Support and grow jobs for america's graduates - south dakota (jag-sd). Jag-sd is a program that helps students at-risk of dropping out by empowering them with the skills to succeed in education, employment, and life.

    $1,000
  108. Journey of HopeSioux Falls, SD

    To provide hygiene to youth in our community experiencing hygiene insecurity.

    $1,000
  109. Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters Serving Douglas CountyLawrence, KS

    We are requesting funds for the purchasing of gift cards to use at our match meetings. By funding this request we can provide a fun outing and a new experience for our youth and help to break the ice during their first match meeting.

    $1,000
  110. Kaotic Robotics Booster ClubFrazee, MN

    To offer a second build team with equipment and supplies within our current team structure.

    $1,000
  111. Kensal Fire DistrictKensal, ND

    Updating tanker truck

    $1,000
  112. Lakes Area Yes NetworkDetroit Lakes, MN

    The lakes area chapter of the yes network brings the power of play to children and youth on the white earth nation and surrounding communities in NW minnesota. We believe every child should have access to quality play opportunities at no charge.

    $1,000
  113. Landon's Light FoundationWest Fargo, ND

    The purpose of this request is to help us improve the operations of our foundation through the purchase of conferencing technology and printing support equipment.

    $1,000
  114. Lawrence Kansas Pride IncLawrence, KS

    Lawrence pride hosts the huge pride celebration in lawrence kansas. We bring in thousands of people from all over to celebrate the LGBTQ+ community. This grant would help us continue our event and to keep growing bigger and better!

    $1,000
  115. Lifeline Childrens Services of South Dakota (fiscal Lifeline Children's SerSioux Falls, SD

    Grant funds will be used to purchase $50 gas and grocery cards for 100 volunteer host families of our harbor families program who provide temporary respite care in their homes for vulnerable children as their parents navigate a crisis.

    $1,000
  116. Minnesota Center for Book ArtsMinneapolis, MN

    Mcba will engage all age participants in meaningful in-person and virtual arts programs, including affordable workshops in bookbinding, printing & papermaking taught by a diverse team of teaching artists and free hands-on creative activities.

    $1,000
  117. Minot Out of the Darkness WalkMinot, ND

    Support for mental health is needed more than ever and we are asking you to join us in the movement to prevent suicide. With your help, the north dakota chapter will be able to maximize our mission impact by reaching and serving more people.

    $1,000
  118. Missouri Slope Areawide United WayBismarck, ND

    To help fund our united way backpack program where every other weekend we pack and deliver bags of food containing 6 easy and nutritious meals to more than 1,650 high-poverty children at bismarck and mandan schools who might otherwise go hungry.

    $1,000
  119. Moorhead Area Public SchoolsMoorhead, MN

    To offer scholarships for students wanting to participate in community education camps and classes, but who are unable to cover the costs.

    $1,000
  120. Msum FoundationMoorhead, MN

    This request is being made to benefit the student emergency assistance fund which was started in 2014 to provide emergency funding to students facing unexpected circumstances.

    $1,000
  121. Myally HealthGrand Forks, ND

    We are seeking grant funds to support our prescription supplies, which aims to provide essential medications and pharmacy supplies to those who are economically disadvantaged.

    $1,000
  122. North Dakota Ninja FoundationFargo, ND

    North dakota ninja foundation provides opportunities for underprivileged kids to participate in ninja athletic training. The foundations goal is to have mobile equipment to allow for schools and other communities to experience ninja warrior.

    $1,000
  123. North Dakota Public Information Officer AssociationGrand Forks, ND

    Ndpio is seeking grant funding to implement wild apricot, a powerful member management software. This investment will be instrumental in transforming our communication strategy and fostering deeper engagement with our communities.

    $1,000
  124. Northern Hills Area CasaSpearfish SD, SD

    The mission of northern hills area casa (nhcasa) is to promote and protect the best interests of abused/neglected children through the advocacy efforts of trained volunteers. The nhcasa team recruits, trains, and supports court appointed.

    $1,000
  125. Northern Lights Council Boy Scouts of AmericaBismarck, ND

    The purpose of this grant request is for midco to be a title sponsor of the sporting clays fun shoot in bismarck mandan, ND on thursday, july 25, 2024 at capital city sporting clays with proceeds of the event supporting our mission.

    $1,000
  126. Peacemaker MinnesotaRoseville, MN

    To help children at isanti intermediate school learn foundational relational skills (how to talk through conflicts, make friends, respond to hurtful words and manage anger) that can serve them for life at school, home, work and in the community.

    $1,000
  127. Prairie Fivebig Stone Lake Area Food Shelf (prairie Five Community Action COrtonville, MN

    I am currently fundraising for the minnesota foodshare march campaign, a statewide fundraiser for food shelves. All funds raised stay local and receive a proportional match from the greater minneapolis council of churches.

    $1,000
  128. Rawlins Municipal LibraryPierre, SD

    Funds would be used for youth programming, including summer reading and a fall carnival.

    $1,000
  129. SharehouseFargo, ND

    Since 1975, sharehouse has been the leader in providing addiction, recovery, and mental health service in the upper midwest by treating and preventing substance use disorders effecting our communities at growing rates.

    $1,000
  130. Souris Valley Animal ShelterMinot, ND

    Toward veterinary bills for rescued animals.

    $1,000
  131. Split Rock Volunteer Fire DepartmentSioux Falls, SD

    To replace and improve water rescue equipment on our apparatus.

    $1,000
  132. The Foster NetworkSioux Falls, SD

    The purpose of this request is to fund a new pair of shoes for each youth in foster care attending the 'back-to-school' event held by the foster network each august.

    $1,000
  133. Volunteers of America Northern RockiesRapid City, SD

    Mommys closet is a free crisis resource center for western south dakotasparents with school-aged children. Midco foundation funds will purchase supplies to create welcome kits and baby hygiene kits to distribute to clients in fiscal year 2025.

    $1,000
  134. Washington Pavilion Management IncSioux Falls, SD

    The washington pavilion requests $2,500 from the midco foundation to support a new professional development program within the dakota academy of performing arts that will prepare theatre students for collegiate- and professional-level auditions.

    $1,000
  135. Watertown High SchoolWatertown, SD

    The grant funding would be used to purchase an instant replay hardware device used by high school students during live broadcasts of high school athletics, music concerts, and other school activities.

    $1,000
  136. YWCA Cass ClayFargo, ND

    At any given time, about 30 children temporarily call YWCA emergency shelter home. We request funding for outings to the zoo, movie theaters, ball games, bowling alleys and other places where children can be kids again after fleeing violence.

    $1,000
  137. EmbeSioux Falls, SD

    Surprise grants requested by paige pearson meyer

    $1,000
  138. Journey on IncRapid City, SD

    General support

    $1,000
  139. Ronald McDonald House Charities of South DakotaSioux Falls, SD

    Surprise grants requested by paige pearson meyer

    $1,000
  140. United Way of Northeastern MinnesotaChisholm, MN

    Funding to purchase shoes for kids k-12 in koochiching county

    $1,000
  141. Annie's House - Anne Carlsen CenterBottineau, ND

    The purpose of the grant request for annie's house scholarships is to secure funding that will provide financial assistance to individuals and families who otherwise might not have the resources to access the unique therapeutic and recreational oppor

    $1,000
  142. Bluejacket Robotics Booster ClubCambridge, MN

    To help ensure the 4 cambridge-isanti robotics teams have the funds necessary to build competitive robots and attend competitions.

    $1,000
  143. Brookings Area United WayBrookings, SD

    Expanding access to early childhood literacy through dolly parton's imagination library

    $1,000
  144. Caminando Juntos A Ministry of the Presentation SistersSioux Falls, SD

    Caminando juntos offers a fall and spring session of adult english classes for spanish speakers each year. This grant will assist in funding the fall or spring session, covering administration costs, teacher stipends, textbooks, and printing.

    $1,000
  145. Canby Fire ReliefCanby, MN

    We are in of radio replacement in two of our fire trucks

    $1,000
  146. Childrens Care Hospital & School DBA LifescapeSioux Falls, SD

    The proposed project for outpatient therapy at lifescape, incorporating motion-activated experiences for sensory and learning environments, represents a significant advancement in therapeutic engagement and efficacy for children.

    $1,000
  147. Childrens Home Shelter for Family Safety (children's Home Society)Sioux Falls, SD

    Our request is for $500 towards art supplies for children and youth. This may include crayons, markers, colored pencils, paints, brushes, canvas, paper, crafts, craft kits, coloring books, resource books for therapists, storage, easels and more.

    $1,000
  148. Community Action ProgramBismarck, ND

    To provide funds to purchase food for children's backpack program

    $1,000
  149. Community Violence Intervention Center (cvic)Grand Forks, ND

    Funds from midco foundation will be used to purchase supplies for our kids first program. These supplies include a video game console, remotes, games, batteries, toys, and storage containers.

    $1,000
  150. Detroit Lake Public Schools Community EducationDetroit Lakes, MN

    He reason we are requesting this grant is to help offset the cost of the esport program in detroit lakes. We are requesting funds to be able to cover the cost of the esport league (fenworks), along with, help buy equipment for all youth to use and pa

    $1,000
  151. Face It Together IncSioux Falls, SD

    Dignity-affirming recovery support for individuals impacted by substance use in sioux falls

    $1,000
  152. Family Visitation Center (avera Health Fiscal Sponsor)Sioux Falls, SD

    To replace five flat screen televisions

    $1,000
  153. First Circuit Court Appointed Special Advocate (casa) ProgramMitchell, SD

    First circuit casa requests funding for an e-studio4525ac machine with the following features: dual scan feeder, duplex, full network print and scan, and full-color scan capability. The machine will print 30 pages per minute, which will increase

    $1,000
  154. Fraser LTDFargo, ND

    Fraser, LTD. Is requesting $2,500 to support the development of a computer room in our new stepping stones resources building, a vital space designed to serve homeless or at-risk young adults aged 16-26 in the fargo-moorhead community.

    $1,000
  155. Furever FullDickinson, ND

    To obtain funding to purchase pet food and supplies.

    $1,000
  156. Gifts for SeniorsMinneapolis, MN

    The purpose of this grant request is to support digital adoption for 25 isolated, low income adults in need who wouldn't otherwise be able to afford a tablet to connect virtually with their family, friends, community, faith services, telehealth, etc

    $1,000
  157. Great River RescueBemidji, MN

    Some jackpine trees need to be removed so we can create a 2-acre area for dogs to run, exercise, train, and play. We have been quoted $5,000 (reflecting a special non-profit price reduction of 33%) for this first phase of this $50,000 project.

    $1,000
  158. Heartview FoundationBismarck, ND

    To purchase supplies and technology, and fund training for a professional to start a unique support program for families with a loved one receiving treatment for a substance use disorder.

    $1,000
  159. Hope Foundation of North DakotaGrand Forks, ND

    The hope foundation of north dakota supports those in need of assistance as they navigate their cancer journey by offering gas cards, pet scans and annual free lung screening in november at the cancer center of north dakota.

    $1,000
  160. Humane Society of the LakesDetroit Lakes, MN

    The humane society of the lakes (HSL) requests a grant to replace outdated security cameras that are not capable of capturing images in the dark with a hard-wired infrared security system and mobile app, as well as update our outdoor lighting.

    $1,000
  161. Junior Achievement North Western North DakotaWest Fargo, ND

    Funding from the midco foundation would help ja north sponsor one ja program and class in each of the following western north dakota communities during the 2024-2025 school year: dickinson, minot, and williston, ND.

    $1,000
  162. Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters Serving Douglas CountyLawrence, KS

    To purchase board games and a gaming system for the youth and volunteers in our program to use during match outings.

    $1,000
  163. Lakes Center for Youth and FamiliesForest Lake, MN

    This grant request would allow us to continue to provide mental health services to students in the forest lake school district who are uninsured, underinsured, or living below the poverty line.

    $1,000
  164. Lawrence Kansas Juneteenth OrganizationLawrence, KS

    To promote the lawrence kansas juneteenth multi-cultural celebration with an emphasis on education, community, and family in lawrence kansas.

    $1,000
  165. Lawrence Schools FoundationLawrence, KS

    Lawrence schools foundation is seeking financial support for the lawrence public schools district's meal support fund. The meal support fund provides financial assistant to lawrence public school students who have negative meal account balances.

    $1,000
  166. Lutheran Social Services of South DakotaSioux Falls, SD

    This grant would provide funding for training costs to certify LSS staff as facilitators for the strengthening families program (SFP) curriculum. SFP is an 11 week, evidence-based family skills training for high-risk and general population families.

    $1,000
  167. Mandan Fire DepartmentMandan, ND

    Purchase of much needed battery powered scene lighting for fire department operations.

    $1,000
  168. Open Arms of MinnesotaMinneapolis, MN

    Open arms of minnesota (oam) prepares and delivers meals medically tailored to meet the specific nutritional needs of those living with life-threatening illnesses at no cost to our clients. Clients also receive info to improve their health.

    $1,000
  169. Oslo Fire & Rescue DepartmentOslo, MN

    The purpose of the grant is to secure funding for turnout gear which clothes one volunteer firefighter. The amount would cover the following items: jacket, pants, boots, gloves and a helmet.

    $1,000
  170. Rapid City Club for BoysRapid City, SD

    The purpose of the grant request is to improve the clubroom devoted to our youngest members, ages 6-7. The activities that take place in this room are age-appropriate and give our youngest boys a chance to interact away from the older members.

    $1,000
  171. Rebuilding Together BismarckmandanMandan, ND

    Obtain funds to help carry on the mission of rebuilding together bismarck mandan of helping low-income homeowners in the community live in warmth, safety, and independence.

    $1,000
  172. Red River Valley Community Action DBA Community Agency Networking AssociatiGrand Forks, ND

    The east grand forks and grand forks homeless coalition (cana) is starting a home kits closet that will provide household essentials to individuals and families experiencing homelessness that are moving into new homes with limited to no belongings.

    $1,000
  173. Richland-Wilkin Kinship Youth MentoringWahpeton, ND

    Expanding kinship's scholarship program enables the mentor to make requests for funding activities, supplies or experiences they believe will benefit their mentee by helping them achieve great confidence, better opportunities and healthier lives.

    $1,000
  174. Rise IncoproratedFridley, MN

    Rise requests a $2,500 grant to fund one-time job expenses for 10-15 people with complex barriers to employment as part of rises program partnership for successful re-entry (a.k.a. Re-entry) in a nine-county area in central minnesota.

    $1,000
  175. Rivers of HopeMonticello, MN

    Rivers of hope serves wright and sherburne counties, offering advocacy, education, and support to victims of family, intimate partner, and teen dating violence. We seek funds from the midco foundation to expand school-based prevention for youth.

    $1,000
  176. Senior Meals & Services IncDevils Lake, ND

    Updating 5 door levers, at the present time the door levers are the original handles put on when building was built in 1981.

    $1,000
  177. Someplace SafeBreckenridge MN, MN

    Someplace safe provides emergency services to victims and survivors of crime and abuse. The grant will allow someplace safe to advertise via midco digital advertising, especially to rural and underserved populations in our area.

    $1,000
  178. Souris Valley United WayMinot, ND

    The $5000 grant will support magic city blessings bank, a program providing up to 6 free personal care items weekly to community members. Funds will be used to purchase essential items from dollar tree, ensuring continued assistance to those in need

    $1,000
  179. Spread Your SunshineMoorhead, MN

    Spread your sunshine supports kids and families in making happy memories during challenging times. We are requesting a grant to help us pay for our christmas activities. Our goal is to make sure kids go back to school with happy memories to share!

    $1,000
  180. The Hope CenterDevils Lake, ND

    To fund the replacement of the hope center's obsolete security camera system of 5 cameras with an up-to-date operating system and 8 new cameras.

    $1,000
  181. Van Go IncLawrence, KS

    This grant would fund two macbook air laptops, two asus 27 & screens and two hdmi cords.

    $1,000
  182. Vision West ND IncDickinson, ND

    To certify two medical translator/interpreters and two court translator/interpreters in western north dakota. We plan to certify four in each category, but are requesting funding for two.

    $1,000
  183. Voa Northern RockiesRapid City, SD

    Mommys closet in rapid city, SD, is voas free crisis resource center that supports western south dakotas parents of young children. Midco foundation funds will purchase approximately 2,500 diapers for families in need during fiscal year 2025.

    $1,000
  184. We Can RideMaple Plain, MN

    We can ride is a nationally accredited professional association of therapeutic horsemanship international nonprofit serving families across 8 counties in MN. Funding to support expansion for our therapeutic riding/equine assisted learning programming

    $1,000
  185. Working Against Violence Inc (wavi)Rapid City, SD

    The purpose of this grant request is for the continuation of project thrive, wavis commitment to transformative help, resilience, and inclusivity for violence elimination (thrive).

    $1,000
  186. Yankton Volunteer Fire DepartmentYankton, SD

    Equipment

    $1,000
  187. YMCA of Rapid CityRapid City, SD

    The YMCA of rapid city is seeking support for its annual campaign, the y for all campaign. This campaign provides financial assistance and subsidize programs to ensure that the YMCA remains accessible to everyone in the community.

    $1,000
  188. Feeding South DakotaSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $750
  189. American Cancer SocietyHagerstown, MD

    Matching gift

    $550
  190. Eugene Field Elementary SchoolSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $510
  191. Act Up TheatreMoorhead, MN

    To support act up's & cabaret for a cause, an annual event that promotes giving back to the community, where act up performers use their talents to raise awareness of an impactful local organization that makes our community a better place t

    $500
  192. The BanquetSioux Falls, SD

    General support

    $500
  193. Alzheimer's AssociationChicago, IL

    Matching gift

    $500
  194. Breathe BravelySioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  195. Cristo Rey Jesuit High SchoolMinneapolis, MN

    Matching gift

    $500
  196. Cristo Rey Jesuit High SchoolMinneapolis, MN

    Matching gift

    $500
  197. DakotabiltiesSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  198. Feeding South DakotaSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  199. Helping Hands for HaitiIrene, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  200. Journey of Hope IncSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  201. Junior Achievement of South DakotaSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  202. Landon's Light FoundationWest Fargo, ND

    Matching gift

    $500
  203. Luverne Public SchoolsLuverne, MN

    Matching gift

    $500
  204. National Multiple Sclerosis SocietyDenver, CO

    Matching gift

    $500
  205. Robbinsdale Women's CenterMinneapolis, MN

    Matching gift

    $500
  206. Rocky Mountain Elk FoundationMisoula, MT

    Matching gift

    $500
  207. Ronald McDonald House Charities of SDSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  208. Ronald McDonald House Charities of South DakotaSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  209. Sioux Falls Area Humane SocietySioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  210. South Dakota PlayersTea, SD

    Matching gift

    $500
  211. Windy Kitty Community RescueTyler, MN

    Matching gift

    $500
  212. World Vision IncFederal Way, WA

    Matching gift

    $500
  213. Fraser LTDFargo, ND

    Matching gift

    $496
  214. St Jude Children's Research HospitalMemphis, TN

    Matching gift

    $450
  215. Harrisburg Area Food PantryHarrisburg, SD

    Matching gift

    $440
  216. Disabled American Vetrans Dept of SD Service and TransportationSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $400
  217. Sioux Empire Pit RescueSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $400
  218. Dakota Hills Middle School District 196Eagan, MN

    Matching gift

    $250
  219. Feeding South DakotaSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $250
  220. Foundation Fighting BlindnessColumbia, MD

    Matching gift

    $250
  221. Sioux Falls Area Humane SocietySioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $250
  222. Woodland Elementary School CouncilEagan, MN

    Matching gift

    $250
  223. Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Black HillsRapid City, SD

    Matching gift

    $246
  224. Call to FreedomSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $200
  225. Parent Advocates for Spanish ImmersionSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $200
  226. Sioux Council Boy Scouts of AmericaSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $200
  227. Southwest Minnesota State University FoundationMarshall, MN

    Matching gift

    $200
  228. Horizon PTOSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $198
  229. Jewish Family & Children's Service of MPLSGolden Valley, MN

    Matching gift

    $190
  230. Homeward Animal ShelterFargo, ND

    Matching gift

    $175
  231. Community Violence Intervention CenterGrand Forks, ND

    Matching gift

    $150
  232. Journey of HopeSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $150
  233. Ronald McDonald House Charities of the Red River ValleyFargo, ND

    Matching gift

    $150
  234. Special Olympics South DakotaSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $150
  235. The ARC of East Central IowaCedar Rapids, IA

    Matching gift

    $150
  236. The Salvation ArmyRoseville, MN

    Matching gift

    $150
  237. American Heart AssociationDallas, TX

    Matching gift

    $103
  238. Bowman Slope Community CupboardBowman, ND

    Matching gift

    $100
  239. BridgingBloomington, MN

    Matching gift

    $100
  240. Call to FreedomSioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $100
  241. Friends of Hennepin County LibraryMinneapolis, MN

    Matching gift

    $100
  242. Grand Forks Foundation for Education IncGrand Forks, ND

    Matching gift

    $100
  243. Greater Grand Forks Senior Citizens AssociationGrand Forks, ND

    Matching gift

    $100
  244. Minnesota Humane SocietySaint Paul, MN

    Matching gift

    $100
  245. Sioux Empire Brass SocietySioux Falls, SD

    Matching gift

    $100
  246. Talmud Torah of MinneapolisMinneapolis, MN

    Matching gift

    $100
  247. Talmud Torah of MinneapolisMinneapolis, MN

    Matching gift

    $100
  248. University of Northern Colorado FoundationGreeley, CO

    Matching gift

    $100
  249. Feed My Starving ChildrenCoon Rapids, MN

    Matching gift

    $80
  250. ASPCANew York, NY

    Matching gift

    $60

Where the money goes

By cause: grants to organizations we matched to the IRS list of exempt organizations, by their category.

  1. Human services26 grants $19,35619% of the total
  2. Education15 grants $13,90013% of the total
  3. Health15 grants $12,32212% of the total
  4. Youth development8 grants $11,19811% of the total
  5. Animals13 grants $7,0067% of the total
  6. Food and agriculture8 grants $6,9407% of the total
  7. 14 other causes38 grants $32,60532% of the total

By State

Grants to organizations with a US address, latest year.

  1. South Dakota94 grants $98,000
  2. Minnesota65 grants $69,830
  3. North Dakota68 grants $66,246
  4. Kansas20 grants $28,820
  5. Wisconsin1 grant $3,000
  6. Maryland3 grants $850
  7. Colorado2 grants $600
  8. Montana1 grant $500
  9. Washington1 grant $500
  10. Tennessee2 grants $469

Officers, directors and trustees

11 people as filed

As filed on the return, with average hours per week and pay from the foundation.

  • Wynne HaakenstadEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Hours 2Pay $0
  • Ann McGlennenPRESIDENT / CHAIR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Jacki BrownSECRETARY / DIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Luke EbelingDIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Nathaniel GroetschDIRECTOR - THRU 5/2024 Hours 1Pay $0
  • Denise GrossDIRECTOR - THRU 5/2024 Hours 1Pay $0
  • Paige Pearson MeyerDIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Andi SmithDIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • David WoodDIRECTOR Hours 1Pay $0
  • Rhonda EricksonDIRECTOR - AS OF 10/2024 Hours 1Pay $0
  • Wendie Dobias-OsbornDIRECTOR - AS OF 10/2024 Hours 1Pay $0

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