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Qualified North Dakota Endowments

The state of North Dakota provides tax credits for gifts to qualified endowments (see details at bottom of page). Below is a self-reported list of NDANO members that have a qualified nonprofit. This list is provided for informational purposes only; donors should use due diligence in determining where to allocate their charitable contributions and should consult their attorney, accountant or financial advisor for advice.

NDANO members may request inclusion on this list by completing a short form.

Membership

NDANO, working closely with state legislators and nonprofit leaders across the state, successfully led the effort to expand the state tax credit for contributions to endowments during the 2011 legislative session (SB 2160). 

Charitable giving by individuals and businesses in North Dakota builds communities and enriches the lives of North Dakotans by supporting the work of the state’s nonprofits. And North Dakota endowments are investments in North Dakota that provide long-term benefits for our state and its citizens.

Current North Dakota Law*

State Tax Credit for Planned or Deferred Gifts Individuals may receive a state tax credit for a planned gift (e.g., charitable remainder trusts, charitable gift annuities, life insurance policies, etc.) to a qualified N.D. charitable nonprofit or a qualified N.D. endowment. The tax credit is 40% of the charitable deduction allowed by the IRS up to a maximum credit of $10,000 per year per taxpayer or $20,000 per year per couple filing jointly. Effective for taxable years starting in 2007.

State Tax Credit for Endowment Gifts

Businesses (C corporations, S corporations, estates, limited liability companies, trusts and financial institutions) that pay state income tax may receive a 40% credit up to a maximum credit of $10,000 for contributions to a qualified N.D. endowment. Effective for taxable years starting in 2007, except for financial institutions effective in 2011.

Individuals may receive a state tax credit for a contribution of $5,000 or more (lump sum or aggregate in one year) to a qualified N.D. endowment. The tax credit is 40% of the charitable deduction allowed by the IRS up to a maximum credit of $10,000 per year per taxpayer or $20,000 per year per couple filing jointly. Effective for taxable years starting in 2011.

Definitions under State Law

Qualified nonprofit organization – a N.D. incorporated or established 501(c)(3) organization to which contributions qualify for federal charitable income tax deductions with an established business presence or location in North Dakota.

Qualified endowment – a permanent, irrevocable fund (comprising cash, securities, mutual funds or other investment assets established for a specific charitable, religious or educational purpose and invested for the production or growth of income, or both, which may either be added to principal or expended) held by a qualified nonprofit organization, a community foundation or a bank or trust company holding the fund on behalf of a qualified nonprofit organization.

*See ND Century Code 57-38-01.21.