MetroPlains Management Celebrates Beyond Shelter Inc.'s $400,000 Member Impact Fund Grant

MetroPlains Management was honored to attend a recent event hosted by Beyond Shelter Inc. at The Milton Earl in downtown Fargo, one of our proudly managed properties. The event celebrated the collaborative efforts that strengthen our communities and was highlighted by the announcement of a $400,000 grant awarded to Beyond Shelter Inc. through the Member Impact Fund from Federal Home Loan Bank Des Moines.

MetroPlains Management team attending the Beyond Shelter Inc. event at The Milton Earl in Fargo.

What is the Member Impact Fund?
The 2024 Member Impact Fund, supported by the Federal Home Loan Bank Des Moines, is a matching grant program that bolsters community development by encouraging partnerships between nonprofit organizations and financial institutions. This impactful program provides additional funding to support affordable housing and community development initiatives, ensuring vital projects have the resources to make a lasting impact in the regions they serve.
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This year, Beyond Shelter Inc. was selected to receive a $400,000 grant, thanks in part to Wells Fargo’s sponsorship and commitment to affordable housing. Beyond Shelter Inc. will use the funding to continue its vital work in developing affordable housing solutions, not only in Fargo but also in surrounding areas as well. This grant represents an invaluable step forward in creating and sustaining housing options that are both accessible and high-quality, particularly in communities facing housing shortages.

​Supporting Future Affordable Housing in Fargo
At MetroPlains Management, we are proud to partner with Beyond Shelter Inc. across several properties in the Fargo area, and we are thrilled to support their mission to increase the availability of affordable housing. We believe that fostering such partnerships is essential for strengthening our communities and ensuring that residents have access to the resources and living spaces they need to thrive. Events like this remind us of the power of collaboration and community-focused initiatives to make a difference in the lives of our residents and the neighborhoods they call home.

Dan Madler, BSI

US Senator Kevin Cramer

Fargo Mayor Tim Mahoney

Milton Earl Resident

Milton Earl Resident

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About Beyond Shelter Inc.
Beyond Shelter Inc. (BSI) is a North Dakota-based nonprofit and Community Housing Development Organization (CHDO) dedicated to "improving lives and creating communities by developing and sustaining housing for those most in need." With over 25 years of experience, BSI has been instrumental in addressing affordable housing needs across the region, from senior housing to family units and permanent supportive housing. Since its founding in 1999, BSI has secured $210 million in financing for 45 affordable housing projects, creating 1,360 homes in communities throughout North Dakota, South Dakota, and Minnesota.

About MetroPlains Management
As a leader in affordable housing, MetroPlains Management takes pride in partnering with organizations like Beyond Shelter Inc. that share our commitment to delivering safe, high-quality, and affordable housing. Through strategic partnerships and a value-based approach, we bring industry-leading expertise to each of the properties we manage, working every day to create spaces that foster community, stability, and growth.