Souris Basin Planning Council Employee Directory
Non-profit OrganizationsNorth Dakota, United States2-10 Employees
The Souris Basin Planning Council is a nonprofit organization focused on fostering economic progress in communities across North Dakota’s Region 2, including Bottineau, Burke, McHenry, Mountrail, Renville, Pierce, and Ward counties. A collaborative, solutions-based team draws on the experience of entrepreneurs, elected officials, volunteers, and local residents to identify and create opportunities for local development, drawing on a board comprised of community volunteers who provide guidance and input. The council also relies on a Loan Review Committee of regional experts who volunteer to assess loan programs and offer recommendations aimed at sustainable growth for local organizations and communities. Based in North Dakota, the organization positions itself within the nonprofit sector focused on community development and capacity building. Its work includes partnerships and programs that support nonprofits and local initiatives, with a history of initiatives such as community leadership programs and capacity-building efforts, reflecting a locally grounded approach to economic progress. A recent development noted in regional news is continued collaboration with AmeriCorps to support various community-focused activities, underscoring its role in mobilizing local resources for public service in the region.