About BisMan Community Foundation

Established in 2011, our foundation is a permanent endowment fund dedicated to supporting and enhancing our communities for years to come. Through grants funded by the earnings from our endowment, we strive to uplift nonprofit projects and programs in the Bismarck/Mandan area. Our goal is to improve the quality of life for our citizens and foster community growth.

Donations made to the BisMan Community Foundation are fully tax-deductible, in accordance with state and federal laws. The professional management of our foundation is entrusted to the North Dakota Community Foundation, a nonprofit organization that holds tax-exempt status under IRS code 501(c)(3) and North Dakota law.

Our dedicated Advisory Committee plays a vital role in awarding grants from our fund on an annual basis and growing the fund.

Thank you for your interest in the BisMan Community Foundation. Together, we can build a stronger and more vibrant community!

Grants

The Bismarck Mandan Community Foundation has awarded more than $490,000 to local organizations throughout its history. As the Foundation grows, this amount will continue to increase. Click to read more about the BisMan Super Grant and Mini Grants.

Donations

Welcome to the BisMan Community Foundation, where your generous contribution makes a lasting impact on our community's quality of life.

As a permanent endowment fund, your gift to the BisMan Community Foundation ensures a sustainable source of support for area nonprofits. The principal remains untouched while the interest earnings generate annual grant dollars. This allows us to assist local charities in funding their special projects and programs, driving positive change in our area.

We're excited to share that the BisMan Community Foundation is recognized as a qualified North Dakota endowment fund. Learn more about the many ways to support the Bismarck-Mandan community by helping to grow our endowment fund by visiting our donation page.

Thank you for considering the BisMan Community Foundation as your partner in philanthropy. Together, we can create a legacy that transforms lives and empowers our community for generations to come.

Advisory Committee

Dawn Kopseng – REALTOR®, Trademark Realty (Committee Chair)

Paula Redmann – Retired

Jack Paris – Cody Exploration LLC

Matt Anderson - Surprise Church

Ellen Huber - Community Matters, LLC

Renee Murrish - Signature Events

Wendy Spencer- Bismarck-Mandan Board of Realtors

Michael Babel – Mountain State Insurance Agency

Dennis Agnew – Doosan Bobcat and Agnew Steel