North Dakota National Guard Foundation
The North Dakota National Guard Foundation is a not for profit charitable organization that is chaired by the North Dakota National Guard Adjutant General. The Foundation has two primary support activities as described below.
North Dakota National Guard Emergency Relief Fund (ERF)
The N.D. National Guard Emergency Relief Fund (ERF) provides financial support in sudden and unforeseen emergency situations, such as natural disasters, accident, illness, fire or theft to the more than 4,300 North Dakota National Guard members and their Families during times of need.
North Dakota Tragedy Assistance Program (TAPS)
The North Dakota National Guard Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (ND-TAPS) supports the national TAPS initiative and provides services to those who have lost a loved one serving in the Armed Forces. The funds are used to cover transportation costs for Families of fallen heroes to travel to Washington, D.C. to participate in the annual National TAPS program.