Fargo-Moorhead Area Foundation (FMAF) is . . .
The Fargo-Moorhead Area Foundation (FMAF) is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization established in 1960. It currently manages $50 million in assets and has granted over $16.7 million in grants and scholarships since 2000. Contributions, both large and small, accumulate perpetually and generate interest income to support charitable needs in the Cass County ND and Clay County MN areas.
 a center for philanthropy.
The Foundation makes it easy for donors to give. FMAF provides affordable ways for all families to put their charitable dollars to work.
a steward for charitable gifts and bequests.
Professional institutional investors manage the investment of the funds at the Foundation, while grants are approved by a group of knowledgeable citizen advisory boards.
| Mission |
Our mission is to enrich the quality of life of the people of this area by:
- encouraging philanthropy
- assessing and responding to community needs
- providing flexibility for donors with varied interests and giving capacities
- serving as a resource and a catalyst for other organizations
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Vision
Definition |
Our vision is to address all quality of life needs in our community by creating unlimited philanthropic resources.
The FM Area Foundation is a charitable organization. It is a collection of funds of all sizes created by individuals, businesses and organizations. The funds are professionally managed as a permanent endowment for the community’s needs. The income from investments is distributed for charitable and educational programs.
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| Giving |
Making a gift to FMAF is as simple as 1-2-3, gifts may be made to existing funds. | |
