Support Our Mission & Region

With the help of generous friends who also love this region and believe in our mission to strengthen and support it, the Northland Foundation will continue to be a vital resource long into the future.

Ways to Give

Thank you for considering a gift to support the work of the Northland Foundation. Please reach out to us to discuss your philanthropic goals and interests. We would love to learn more about your intentions and explore ways to structure a gift that fits your individual situation. There are many options to give, now or in the future.

Donate Online by Credit Card or Bank Transfer

You can donate online with a credit card or bank account transfer through our secure PayPal account, using the link below.

Once you make a gift, you should receive a donation confirmation from us and will be eligible to claim an income tax charitable deduction on your tax return in the current tax year.

Please enter a dollar amount and click on Donate to get started. If you have trouble making a gift online, contact us for assistance.

Cash or Check

A gift of cash is quick and easy. You can easily donate online with a credit card or bank account transfer through our secure PayPal account, using the link above.

You may also write a check to Northland Foundation.

If you would like to arrange ACH rather than mail a check or donate online, please contact us. We are happy to work with you or answer questions.

Once you make a gift, you will receive a donation confirmation from us and will be eligible to claim an income tax charitable deduction on your tax return in the current tax year.

Insurance Policy Beneficiary

You can make the Northland Foundation the beneficiary of a life insurance policy, including an agreement to have the Foundation pay the premiums. You may also choose to donate annually to the Foundation, in the amount of the premium, and take a charitable deduction on your tax return in the current tax year.

Please speak with a financial advisor or reach out to the Northland Foundation for guidance on this type of gift. To talk about your interests, ideas, and philanthropic goals, please contact us.

Retirement Assets

IRAs or other retirement benefit plans are among the most highly taxed assets. Naming the Northland Foundation as beneficiary of the remainder of your retirement assets after your lifetime means your gift will not be subject to income and estate taxes.

We would appreciate knowing that you wish to include the Northland Foundation in your estate plan, so that we can thank you. Please contact us to let us know of your intention. You may also want to be acknowledged as a Legacy Friend of the Northland (see below).

Wills & Bequests

A general bequest in your will defers a gift until after your lifetime. To make a general bequest in your will, you might use one of the following wording options:

“I hereby give to Northland Foundation ___ percent (___%) of my residuary estate to be used for the charitable purposes of the Northland Foundation.”

“I hereby give to Northland Foundation ___ dollars ($___ ) to be used for the charitable purposes of the Northland Foundation.”

Northland Foundation is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Our tax identification number is 41-1554455. Principal business address is: 202 W. Superior Street, Suite 800, Duluth, MN 55802. We suggest that you consult a financial planning professional for guidance too.

We suggest that you consult a financial planning professional for guidance.

To Learn More About

Making a gift, please contact Zane Bail.

Donor Stories

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Legacy Friends of the Northland

Legacy Friends of the Northland recognizes the special donors who have shared their intent to continue making a difference after their lifetime with an estate gift.

To be counted among the Legacy Friends members, submit a simple form sharing your intention. You don’t need to define the type of gift or dollar amount to us. You can also ask to stay anonymous if you wish.

To learn more about Legacy Friends of the Northland, please contact us. We also recommend speaking with a financial planning professional for guidance.