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Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation is a private corporation based in GRAND FORKS, ND. The foundation received its IRS ruling in 2011. The principal officer is Wells Fargo Bank Nd Na. It holds total assets of $50.6M. Annual income is reported at $12M. Total assets have grown from $15.3M in 2011 to $50.6M in 2024. The foundation is governed by 3 officers and trustees. The foundation operates in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. According to its most recent filing, the foundation only makes contributions to preselected charitable organizations. Tax records are available from 2020 to 2024. Grantmaking is concentrated in North Dakota. According to available records, Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation has made 25 grants totaling $5.2M, with a median grant of $200K. The foundation has distributed between $2.6M and $2.6M annually from 2022 to 2023. Individual grants have ranged from $40K to $450K, with an average award of $208K. The foundation has supported 13 unique organizations. Grants have been distributed to organizations in North Dakota and Minnesota. Contributions to this foundation are tax-deductible.
Smallest Grant
$25K
Median Grant
$78K
Average Grant
$88K
Largest Grant
$225K
Based on 12 grants from the most recent 990-PF filing.
No program descriptions are available for this foundation. Many private foundations report program activities in their annual 990-PF filings — check the Tax Filings section below for the most recent filing.
Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation primarily funds organizations in the area of philanthropy & grantmaking. Based on available records, the foundation has funded 25 grants. Its grantmaking reaches organizations primarily in ND, MN.
Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation has distributed a total of $5.2M across 25 grants. The median grant size is $200K, with an average of $208K. Individual grants have ranged from $40K to $450K.
Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation typically selects its grantees rather than accepting unsolicited proposals.
Edson & Margaret Larson Foundation is headquartered in GRAND FORKS, ND. While based in ND, the foundation distributes grants to organizations across 2 states.
| Name | Title | Compensation | Benefits | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Julie A Barner | Trustee | $15K | $0 | $15K |
| Douglas A Christensen | President | $15K | $0 | $15K |
| Andrew B Kjos | Secretary/Treasurer | $15K | $0 | $15K |
Total Giving
N/A
Total Assets
$50.6M
Fair Market Value
N/A
Net Worth
$50.6M
Grants Paid
N/A
Contributions
N/A
Net Investment Income
N/A
Distribution Amount
N/A
Total Grants
25
Total Giving
$5.2M
Average Grant
$208K
Median Grant
$200K
Unique Recipients
13
Most Common Grant
$200K
of 2023 grantees were first-time recipients
| Recipient | Location | Amount | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mayville State University FoundationScholarships and Leadership program. | Mayville, ND | $400K | 2023 |
| North Dakota State University College Of BusinessScholarships and Leadership program. | Fargo, ND | $375K | 2023 |
| Concordia CollegeScholarships and Leadership program. | Moorhead, MN | $350K | 2023 |
| University Of JamestownScholarships and Leadership program. | Jamestown, ND | $350K | 2023 |
| University Of North Dakota School Of LawScholarships and Leadership program. | Grand Forks, ND | $250K | 2023 |
| University Of North Dakota School Of MedicineScholarships and Leadership program. | Grand Forks, ND | $200K | 2023 |
| Dickinson State University Heritage FoundationScholarships and Leadership program. | Dickinson, ND | $160K | 2023 |
| University Of North Dakota School Of Engineering & MinesScholarships and Leadership program. | Grand Forks, ND | $150K | 2023 |
| University Of MaryScholarships and Leadership program. | Bismarck, ND | $150K | 2023 |
| North Dakota State College Of Science And Alumni FoundationScholarships and Leadership program. | Fargo, ND | $100K | 2023 |
| University Of North Dakota College Of Business & Public AdministrationScholarships and Leadership program. | Grand Forks, ND | $100K | 2023 |
| Valley City State University FoundationScholarships and Leadership program. | Valley City, ND | $40K | 2023 |
| Minot State University Development FoundationScholarships and Leadership program. | Minot, ND | $126K | 2022 |