Towner County Community Foundation Grant Program

The Towner County Community Foundation was created in 2008 to support charitable and community programs serving residents of Towner County, North Dakota. It operates under the umbrella of the North Dakota Community Foundation, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization governed by state and federal law. The Towner County Community Foundation is managed locally by a volunteer advisory committee whose responsibilities include raising funds, growing the permanent endowment, and recommending annual grant distributions. This localized structure ensures that funding priorities reflect community needs and are stewarded by individuals familiar with the county. Grantmaking is limited to organizations and projects that directly benefit the residents of Towner County. Eligible applicants include government entities and nonprofit organizations recognized under IRS code 501(c)(3). Religious organizations may apply, but grants are restricted to projects that are non-denominational in nature and serve the entire community without advancing sectarian purposes. By focusing eligibility in this way, the foundation ensures broad access while maintaining its charitable mission. Grant awards vary annually, depending on available resources and the strength of applications received. The program’s application window runs annually from September 1 through October 31. During this period, organizations may apply online through the North Dakota Community Foundation’s grant management portal. The application process requires creating or logging into a portal account, providing organizational and executive officer information, and completing the electronic grant application form. Applicants must review eligibility requirements in advance to confirm alignment with the foundation’s mission and geographic focus. Applications are reviewed by the local volunteer committee, which evaluates proposals based on their capacity to address identified community needs, their alignment with the foundation’s charitable purposes, and their potential for measurable impact within Towner County. Recommendations are then forwarded to the North Dakota Community Foundation for final review and processing. All applicants are notified following review, and successful applicants will receive information about grant agreements, reporting expectations, and timelines. The online system includes tools for applicants to check the status of their submission, download copies of applications, and complete required follow-up forms if awarded. Applicants should be mindful of system requirements such as character count limits and the need to save work regularly. The portal issues automatic logout after ninety minutes of inactivity and requires applicants to submit forms, not just save them, in order to complete the process. Confirmation emails are sent upon successful submission. Through this program, the Towner County Community Foundation aims to strengthen civic, cultural, educational, and social services within the county. By leveraging local stewardship and connecting with the broader infrastructure of the North Dakota Community Foundation, the program helps ensure that charitable resources remain rooted in the community while benefiting residents for years to come.

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