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Dakota Medical Foundation

Dakota Medical Foundation

Fargo, ND, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
45-6012318
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder
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Dakota Medical Foundation

Fargo, ND, US
501(c)(3)
EIN
45-6012318
DAF Sponsor
Regional Funder

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Est.

1960

Fiscal Year Start

Oct 1

Organization Type

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The Dakota Medical Foundation is a 501(c)(3) grantmaking organization that focuses its funding primarily in North Dakota, Minnesota, and New York. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals; instead, it operates on a relationship-based, invitation-only model for grantmaking. Nonprofits interested in engaging with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.

Mission Statement

We lead initiatives to create a region of the healthiest people, build the fundraising success of charities, and invest in new ideas that create widespread health improvement.
Total Funding Given

$2.1M

2024
Grantees funded
147
Multi-year grantees
59%
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Total No. of Grants

62

Median 1st year grant
$9.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$10.7K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
J
J Patrick Traynor
Board Member
C
Chris Kennelly
Board Member
S
Susan Mathison MD
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to Dakota Medical Foundation?
No. Dakota Medical Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does Dakota Medical Foundation give?
Dakota Medical Foundation primarily gives to organizations located in North Dakota, Minnesota, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are Dakota Medical Foundation’s grants?
The largest share of grants from Dakota Medical Foundation fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $9,600. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does Dakota Medical Foundation make each year?
In 2024, Dakota Medical Foundation awarded about 60 grants, totaling nearly $2.1 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did Dakota Medical Foundation fund recently?
In 2024, Dakota Medical Foundation awarded grants to about 150 grantees. Recent grantees include Impact Foundation, NORTH DAKOTA DENTAL FOUNDATION, and Lend A Hand Up Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to Dakota Medical Foundation?
Dakota Medical Foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
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