Existing Funds

svcf funds

Community Wellness for All Program & Endowment Fund

Program for low-income individuals to participate in activities and services offered through VC Parks & Rec at a reduced cost. We have also established an endowment fund to support the program in perpetuity.

Sheyenne Valley Community Endowment Fund

Permanent endowment fund established to support the mission of the Foundation in perpetuity.

partner funds

Valley City Barnes County Public Library

Endowment fund established to support the mission of the library in perpetuity.

Bridges Arts Council Endowment Fund

Established to support the arts in perpetuity.

Barnes County North Foundation

Endowment fund established to support the mission of Barnes County North School in perpetuity. Bison Bunker is a pass-through fund established to support the unmet needs of students to receive essential items, personal hygiene products and a variety of food.

Litchville Fire Department First Responders

Endowment Fund established to support the efforts of the Litchville Fire Department and first responders in perpetuity.

Hi-Liner Booster Club Endowment Fund

Established to support the mission of the Hi-Liner Booster Club in perpetuity.

Education Foundation–Valley City Public School

Endowment Fund established to support the mission of the Education Foundation for VCPS in perpetuity.

Abused Persons Outreach Center

Endowment fund established to support the mission of the APOC in perpetuity.

Barnes County Historical Society

Endowment fund established to support the mission of the museum in perpetuity.

donor funds

Anonymous Donor

Endowment fund established to support their giving goals.

Myron & Jenniece Sommerfeld

Endowment fund established to support their giving goals.

Anonymous Field of Interest

Endowment fund established to support the development and maintenance of Community Orchards in rural Barnes County.

Jack and Vi Egan Family Donor Advised Endowment Fund

Endowment fund established to support the giving goals of the family to charities in Barnes County.

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Establish Your Own Fund With Us.

Any fund can be established in your name, or in the name of your family, your organization, or anyone you wish to honor. All grants distributed from the fund you establish – today and in the future – are awarded to charities in the name of that fund. It’s a great way to be involved with, and remembered for, your community investment. If you prefer to remain anonymous, we will honor your wishes.

To establish a fund we require a $5,000 minimum with a minimum balance goal of $25,000 in five years. Call our office today to learn more about establishing a fund.

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Types of Funds

Field of Interest Fund

You decide the general purpose of the fund, such as education, arts, health, or specific geographic areas and the Community Foundation identifies projects and non-profit organizations that are effectively accomplishing that goal.

The SVCF will award grants to the community organizations and programs that are making a difference in the area you select.

Donor Advised Fund

One of the most popular and flexible vehicles for giving–this fund allows you to make a tax-deductible gift to your fund and address the issues and needs you care about most. You have the ability to change the charity who benefits from your fund each time you recommend a distribution from the fund.

We then distribute the grant dollars in your fund’s name or anonymously according to your wishes. You can also involve your family in the fund’s charitable grantmaking. Donor advised funds can be permanently endowed or non-endowed.

Supporting Organization

A Supporting Organization is an excellent alternative for individuals who want to avoid the burdens of starting their own private foundation such as lower administrative costs, greater tax benefits, no payout requirements and greater privacy.

You maintain a separate identity, mission and board of directors while supporting the causes and organizations you care about–all while enjoying the favorable tax benefits of a public charity.

Designated Fund

A designated fund is a way to support specific nonprofits who will receive the proceeds from the fund on an annual basis for generations to come. Many donors recognize their annual gifts are a critical resource for the nonprofit organizations they support.

Should an organization you've designated cease to exist, we will ensure that the funds are redirected to an organization meeting your charitable intent so that your generosity will continue to benefit the community in the way you envisioned.

Unrestricted Fund

An unrestricted gift can address ever-changing needs. They are not specifically designated for use by a particular agency, cause or area of interest. Unrestricted funds allow the Community Foundation to use their relationship with nonprofits and the community.

We evaluate all aspect of community well-being: basic human needs, arts and culture, community building, education, and more. The flexibility of your unrestricted gift enables the SVCF to respond to the communities most pressing needs. This includes both endowed and non-endowed funds.