INSPIRITUS Community Health Foundation has announced it is accepting applications for the 2026-27 grant cycle. Applications for regular grants and participation in the Twice Blessed grant program will be accepted through Friday, Aug. 15.

“During our 2025-26 grant cycle, more than $1.5 million was distributed to applicant organizations and ICHF Board Initiatives for projects that addressed the mental, physical, spiritual and/or emotional needs of residents in Bottineau, Burke, McHenry, McLean, Mountrail, Pierce, Renville, Rolette, Sheridan, Ward and Wells counties,” said Shelly Weppler, ICHF president. “Each year, we strive to expand our reach and commitment to the 11 counties we serve through the creativity, diligence and perseverance of the participating organizations.”

Applicants can apply online using the grant application portal located on the Grants page of the ICHF website at inspiritnd.com or twiceblessednd.com. Applicants must be designated as a nonprofit organization or a government agency. Groups without nonprofit or government status may work with a fiscal sponsor.

Anyone needing assistance can contact INSPIRITUS Community Health Foundation, 308 2nd Ave SW, Minot, ND 58701, 837-1726, or e-mail sjchf@minot.com. Twice Blessed grant program participants are selected from online applications.