Larimore Community Endowment Fund

The Larimore Community Endowment Fund was created in 1981 by residents of Larimore, North Dakota, in response to the need for more consistent support for local nonprofit organizations and projects. The fund was established under the umbrella of the North Dakota Community Foundation, which is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt nonprofit corporation. The North Dakota Community Foundation provides legal and organizational infrastructure, while the Larimore fund is managed locally by a volunteer advisory committee. This structure ensures both compliance with nonprofit law and community-driven decision-making. The purpose of the Larimore Community Endowment Fund is to generate long-term charitable resources to benefit the city of Larimore and its residents. Grants are awarded annually to nonprofit organizations and public entities such as government agencies, with eligibility restricted to applicants serving the city. The fund has supported a range of projects, including substantial contributions toward the construction of a community pool, demonstrating its role in advancing community infrastructure and quality of life. Allowable uses of funds are broad, provided that the applicant is either a 501(c)(3) nonprofit or a government entity and that the proposed project or program benefits Larimore. Funding is intended to support charitable purposes that enhance community well-being, and grants are not provided to individuals or for non-charitable activities. Applicants must demonstrate organizational eligibility and alignment with community needs. The fund does not indicate a cost-share or matching requirement, and no tiers of award funding are specified. The application process is conducted online through the North Dakota Community Foundation’s grant portal. Organizations must first register by creating an account with their EIN, organizational name, and executive officer details. After logging in, applicants may select the Larimore Community Endowment Fund program, complete the online form, and upload required documents. Applications can be saved in progress and submitted once finalized. Submissions are only accepted during the annual cycle from September 1 through October 31. The Larimore Community Endowment Fund uses a local advisory committee to review applications and make recommendations for funding. The committee evaluates proposals based on eligibility, community benefit, and alignment with the fund’s charitable purposes. The North Dakota Community Foundation oversees fund management and ensures compliance with charitable giving standards. Notifications of awards are communicated after committee review, although no fixed notification date or performance period is specified. Applicants seeking assistance can contact the local committee chair, Stephanie Hougen, at the Larimore Bremer Bank office, or reach out to Amy Warnke-Stromsodt, Development Director at the North Dakota Community Foundation. Contact is available by phone or email, and applicants are encouraged to consult the foundation for technical or procedural questions. Since the program operates annually, organizations that miss the October 31 deadline must wait until the following September 1 to apply again, establishing a predictable and recurring grant cycle.

Record your portal email and password; save progress frequently; contact the office if the grant program is not visible