Minot Couple Charged With Stealing $160K From Archery Club

Dallas and Nichole Rice accused of embezzling funds from Souris Valley Bowmen over several years

Mar. 13, 2026 at 4:55pm

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A North Dakota archery club, the Souris Valley Bowmen, is filing charges against its former leaders, Dallas and Nichole Rice, for allegedly stealing more than $160,000 from the club's accounts over several years. The nonprofit club, which focuses on youth archery programs, says it has done its part and now it's time for the justice system to play its course.

Why it matters

The theft of a significant amount of funds from a nonprofit community organization that provides youth programs is a serious breach of trust and can undermine public confidence in such groups. It also raises questions about the club's financial oversight and internal controls that allowed such a large-scale theft to occur over an extended period.

The details

According to the statement from the Souris Valley Bowmen Club board, Dallas and Nichole Rice are accused of stealing more than $160,000 from the club's accounts over several years while serving as the club's leaders. The couple is now facing charges and an initial court hearing is scheduled for April 7th.

  • The alleged thefts occurred over several years while the Rices were leaders of the Souris Valley Bowmen Club.
  • The Rices are due in court for an initial hearing on April 7, 2026.

The players

Dallas Rice

Former leader of the Souris Valley Bowmen Club who is accused of stealing over $160,000 from the club's accounts.

Nichole Rice

Former leader of the Souris Valley Bowmen Club who is accused of stealing over $160,000 from the club's accounts along with her husband Dallas.

Souris Valley Bowmen Club

A nonprofit archery club based in Trestle Valley near Minot, North Dakota that focuses on providing youth archery programs.

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What they’re saying

“We've done our part and it's time for the justice system to play its course.”

— Souris Valley Bowmen Club Board

What’s next

The judge will decide on April 7th whether to allow Dallas and Nichole Rice to be released on bail as they face charges for the alleged theft.

The takeaway

This case highlights the importance of strong financial oversight and internal controls for nonprofit organizations to prevent theft and abuse of funds, especially when leaders are entrusted with significant financial responsibilities.