Charles P & Mary E Belgarde Foundation
The organization is a private foundation dedicated to supporting various charitable causes, with a strong emphasis on Native American communities and youth development. It funds a range of initiatives, including youth wellness programs, food pantries, and community services, reflecting its commitment to addressing social issues and enhancing community resources. The foundation primarily serves organizations focused on human services and food security, indicating a holistic approach to community support.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
Ideal Applicant
A local or regional nonprofit serving Native American communities, youth development, or food security with an existing relationship or regional presence in MN/ND/SD/CO.
Good Fit
- • Programs focused on Native American communities or tribal-serving services.
- • Youth development, wellness centers, or community food pantry work in the Midwest region.
- • Established track record with regional partners or prior introductions to the foundation.
- • Organizational size and budget aligned with typical grant amounts (several thousand to low tens of thousands).
- • Existing relationships or referrals from returning grantees.
Geography
Observed grants cover four states (MN, ND, SD, CO), which is multi-state but regionally concentrated in the Upper Midwest; one state accounted for about 43% of dollars in the latest year.
Recipient Variety
The foundation funded 14–17 distinct recipients each year with many independent community organizations (Native-serving groups, youth programs, food pantries), indicating a broad recipient set despite some dollar concentration.
New Applicants
The foundation declares it funds only preselected organizations and the portfolio is dominated by repeat grantees (15 repeats across observed years) with only two new recipients in the latest year, so unfamiliar applicants are unlikely to access funding without introductions.
Source: Zeffy Agent · Mar 2026
