Catie Bitzan Amundsen

Catie Bitzan Amundsen is a trusted legal advisor to many nonprofit and philanthropic organizations.  Catie focuses on bringing creativity and collaboration to help her clients make intelligent, informed decisions while protecting their organization and its tax-exempt status. She helps philanthropic funders navigate domestic and international grantmaking, corporate governance, tax exemption, compliance with private foundation rules, program-related investments, mergers and acquisitions, and all manner of creative collaborations and public-private partnerships.  Catie advises funders who focus on making grants, program-related investments, and other movement of capital and creative initiatives in support of Tribes and Native American communities. Catie is a bridge builder, helping clients grow stronger through connection and collaboration with other organizations.  In addition to her work with funders, Catie also represents arts organizations, colleges and universities, environmental initiatives, healthcare organizations, and domestic and international operating nonprofits.  

With clients in Minnesota and across the country, Catie’s experience and commitment make her a valuable partner for organizations looking to make an impact. Whether establishing new governance structures, forming funding collaboratives, or advising on the structure of a complex nonprofit merger, Catie brings a deep understanding of both the legal landscape and the mission-driven nature of client work.  Domestic and foreign nonprofits rely on Catie’s counsel regarding international operations and grantmaking, international fundraising and cross-border transfers of charitable funds and supplies, including through partnerships with foreign local counsel.

Catie is the Co-Chair of the Lathrop GPM Foundation and a member of the board of directors of the Minnesota Council on Foundations.