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RESOURCES

In an effort to assist local nonprofits as they navigate the challenges to operations, programming, and fundraising during the COVID-19 crisis, the Community Foundation has compiled the following list of resources. This list is by no means complete nor is it intended to be. It is our hope that is a starting point for you and your board as you look into opportunities and alternatives ahead.
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Topic Resources

Tools to Support Remote Work
by TechSoup

Fundraising in the Time of COVID-19
Plenty of articles, free guides, and tips compiled by TechSoup.
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Tax Implications of the CARES Act
Summary and Q&A of Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (the CARES Act)​ by Brady Martz.
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Tech Resources for Nonprofits
by Microsoft​
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FREE Microsoft "Teams" Virtual Communication Tool
by Microsoft​
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Resource Lists

North Dakota Association of Nonprofit Organizations
NDANO has an extensive list of resources available on their website. Additionally, NDANO's regular newsletters can be vital sources of information related to policy, advocacy, education, discounts, and more.
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Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
MCN has a specific site dedicated to updates regarding nonprofits and the COVID-19 crisis. Included are regular public policy updates and sector resources on topics like business operations, fundraising, event planning and cancellation, and remote work. These resources are available to member and nonmember organizations alike.
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High Impact Institute​
Based in Fargo, ND, the High Impact Institute is providing tools, resources, and support to assist nonprofits.

Northwest Minnesota Foundation
NMF has set up a site to provide links to available resources for business owners, community leaders, and families in Northwest Minnesota.

Regional Disaster Response Funders

Community Benefit Financial Company Emergency Fund
Otto Bremer Trust
Eligibility: Open to all nonprofit organizations in Minnesota, Wisconsin, North Dakota, and Montana
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Community Emergency Relief Fund
Personal Emergency Relief Fund
Springboard for the Arts
Eligibility: Open to artists and communities in Minnesota
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Community Response Fund of Cass and Clay Counties
FM Area Foundation
Eligibility: Open to nonprofit organizations in Cass County (ND) and Clay County (MN)
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COVID-19 Disaster Relief & Recovery Fund
North Dakota Community Foundation
Eligibility: Open to nonprofit organizations or governmental entities (schools, park districts) located in or significantly serving a community or area in North Dakota
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Disaster Loan Assistance
U.S. Small Business Administration
Eligibility: Nonprofit and for-profit businesses. ​These loans may be used to pay fixed debts, payroll, accounts payable and other bills that can’t be paid because of the disaster’s impact. The interest rate is 3.75% for small businesses. The interest rate for non-profits is 2.75%.
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DMF/Impact COVID-19 Critical Services Fund
Dakota Medical Foundation, Impact Foundation
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Nonprofit Relief Fund
Community Foundation of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Region
Eligibility: Open to eligible nonprofit organizations and public entities in Grand Forks and Walsh Counties (ND) and Polk County (MN).
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Minnesota Disaster Recovery Fund
​Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Eligibility: Open to community intermediaries, such as local community foundations, Minnesota Initiative Foundations, tribal nations, CDFIs, coalitions, networks, associations, or other intermediaries that have an existing grant-making process in place

Minnesota Grants Directory - COVID-19 Special Edition
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits

NWF Emergency Disaster Recovery Grants
Northwest Minnesota Foundation
Eligibility: Open to nonprofit organizations, schools, or unties of government located in or significantly serving the Red Lake and White Earth tribal nations or one of the following 12 counties: Beltrami, Clearwater, Hubbard, Kittson, Lake of the Woods, Mahnomen, Marshall, Norman, Pennington, Polk, Red Lake, and Roseau
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One Fund
United Way of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks & Area
Eligibility: Families and individuals in the service area

Local Nonprofit Relief Fund

The Community Foundation of Grand Forks, East Grand Forks and Region is focused on helping our community and area nonprofits during the COVID-19 crisis. We acknowledge a rising public concern in these unprecedented times, but our faith in philanthropy has not wavered. The global situation has been a test in compassion, connection, and community support. We fully believe in the strength and integrity of our region, and, through collective effort, know that we will overcome the challenges facing our nonprofits and neighbors alike.
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To enhance our regional response to this pandemic, the Foundation has created the Nonprofit Relief Fund to provide immediate support for nonprofits impacted by the COVID-19 disaster in Grand Forks and Walsh Counties in ND and Polk County in MN.

Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. There will be no administrative fees, enabling more of the funds to assist charitable organizations impacted by the coronavirus crisis. For online donations, standard credit card fees will apply.
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