Grants to Support Programs Building Stronger Communities in Montana (USA)
GrantID: 74919
Grant Funding Amount Low: $10,000
Deadline: Ongoing
Grant Amount High: $30,000
Summary
An annual grant program provides sustained financial support to visionary organizations across a variety of development-oriented focus areas. With a mission to strengthen community resilience and promote environmental and economic sustainability, the program backs change-makers who are advancing civic engagement, climate solutions, conservation, local food systems, leadership, social justice, and related fields.
Each year, approximately 12 to 84 organizations receive funding through this recurring opportunity. Grant amounts typically range between $10,000 and $100,000 per recipient, often representing up to 10% of an organization’s annual operating budget. In recent years, the total funding disbursed through this program has approached $2 million annually. Individual awards in a single year have included sums like $60,000 granted for general operating support to organizations across multiple states, including Montana, California, Illinois, Washington, and others.
Eligible applicants are primarily nonprofit organizations registered under relevant public charity guidelines. The program emphasizes general operating support over project-specific funding. Prospective applicants must submit a letter of inquiry by the annual deadlines—commonly in spring and fall—and, if invited, a full proposal. The program has explicit ineligibility criteria; for example, it does not support capital campaigns, litigation, research-only studies, hospitals, religious organizations, or initiatives led by government mandates.
Grantees are selected based on their alignment with the program’s vision of equitable, sustainable community development, and their capacity to model transformative practices. Reporting requirements—both financial and narrative—ensure accountability and alignment with program goals.
Through this recurring grant opportunity, organizations in diverse locations are empowered to build long-term capacity, enact systemic change, and amplify their impact in their communities and ecosystems. The program’s blend of substantial funding, strategic criteria, and ongoing cycles equips leaders to advance meaningful, mission-driven work year after year.
Eligible applicants in Montana with a demonstrated commitment to Community/Economic Development are encouraged to consider this funding opportunity. To identify additional grants aligned with your needs, visit The Grant Portal and utilize the Search Grant tool for tailored results.
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