Arthur and Edith Pearson Foundation
Historical FunderWesthope, North Dakota · EIN 26-3870629 · Private foundation
Half of its grants to organizations were between $5,000 and $29,000.
How to apply
The foundation filed the following application information (Form 990-PF Part XV, tax year 2025):
| Contact | MARGO HELGERSON |
|---|---|
| Address | 225 5TH AVENUE, WEST HOPE ND 58793 |
| Phone | 7012637717 |
| Form and materials | A COMPLETED GRANT APPLICATION FORM IS TO BE SUBMITTED TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS FOR THEIR REVIEW AND APPROVAL. INCLUDED WITH THE APPLICATION FORM IS TO BE DOCUMENTATION OF THE APPLICANTS 501(C)(3) STATUS, FINANCIAL INFORMATION, LISTING OF BOARD OF DIRECTORS, STATEMENT OF THE ORGANIZATION'S PURPOSE, AND DESCRIPTION OF THE PURPOSE, NEED AND THE AMOUNT OF THE REQUEST. |
| Deadlines | NONE. |
| Restrictions | LIMITED TO 501(C)(3) PUBLIC CHARITY AND GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES (USE IS LIMITED TO PUBLIC PURPOSES) LOCATED IN STATE OF NORTH DAKOTA OR PROVIDES SERVICES TO CITIZENS OF NORTH DAKOTA. |
Copied as filed. Deadlines on a tax return describe the foundation's usual process; they are not confirmation of a current open cycle.
What it funds
Share of grant lines on the latest return, classified from the purpose each grant states.
Where it gives
4% of grants went outside North Dakota.
Grants paid in tax year 2025
| Recipient | Location | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota State University | Fargo, ND | Scholarships. | $52,000 |
| Bottineau Area Community Foundation | Bottineau, ND | Grant for annie's house | $50,000 |
| Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation | Bismarck, ND | Operating grant, family fun center, sponsor kids day | $35,000 |
| Newburg United School District | Newburg, ND | Operating grant. | $30,000 |
| Westhope Economic Development Corp | Westhope, ND | Operating grant. | $30,000 |
| Westhope Public School | Westhope, ND | Vo-Ag grant. | $29,000 |
| Western North Dakota Honor Flight | Bismarck, ND | Operating grant. | $25,000 |
| International Music Camp | Minot, ND | Operating grant. | $23,000 |
| North Dakota Community Foundation | Bismarck, ND | Operating grant. | $20,000 |
| University of Mary | Bismarck, ND | Operating grant. | $20,000 |
| Capital City Young Guns Inc | Mandan, ND | Operating grant. | $15,000 |
| Mohall Public School | Mohall, ND | Operating grant. | $15,000 |
| Bsc Foundation and Alumni Association | Bismarck, ND | Operating grant. | $12,500 |
| Antler Outlaws | Antler, ND | Operating grant. | $10,000 |
| Sleepy Hollow | Bismarck, ND | Operating grant. | $10,000 |
| Young Life | Bismarck, ND | Operating grant. | $10,000 |
| Bottineau Country Fair - Junior Livestock Show | Westhope, ND | Junior livestock show | $5,000 |
| Metigoshe Luthern Bible Camp Inc | Bottineau, ND | Operating grant. | $5,000 |
| Newburg Community | Newburg, ND | Operating grant. | $5,000 |
| Trinity Lutheran Church | Bismarck, ND | Operating grant. | $5,000 |
| Ward County Soil Conservation District | Minot, ND | Eco education day | $5,000 |
| Delta Waterfoul Foundation | Bismarck, ND | Operating grant. | $3,500 |
| Minds Matter Colorado | Denver, CO | Operating grant. | $2,500 |
Giving by year
| Tax year | Grants paid | Grant lines |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $417,500 | 23 |
| 2024 | $420,823 | 22 |
| 2023 | $430,557 | 20 |
Sources
- IRS Form 990-PF, tax year 2025, filed Apr 28, 2026 - IRS e-file batch, object ID 202631189349101048
- IRS Tax Exempt Organization Search for EIN 26-3870629
- Profile updated Nov 4, 2026
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