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Montana Community Development Grants

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Nonprofit Grant
Contact for amount
Colstrip Impacts Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 29, 2025

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations within 10 miles of Colstrip, Montana, that are focused on innovative community and economic development initiatives to improve local quality of life.

Community Development
Nonprofits
May and Stanley Smith Charitable Trust Grants
Contact for amount
May and Stanley Smith Charitable Trust
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 24, 2024

This funding opportunity supports nonprofit organizations in the Western United States that implement high-impact, sustainable programs benefiting their communities.

Education
Nonprofits
Gianforte Family Foundation Grant Program
Contact for amount
Gianforte Family Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 30, 2025

This grant provides funding to nonprofit organizations in Montana that focus on education, family strengthening, and relationship restoration to help improve the lives of local residents.

Education
Nonprofits
Montana Historic Preservation Grant
$500,000
Montana Department of Commerce (Community MT Division)
State

Application Deadline

Feb 28, 2026

Date Added

Nov 10, 2025

This program provides funding to a wide range of applicants, including local governments, nonprofits, and individuals, to preserve and enhance historic sites and structures across Montana, promoting tourism and community revitalization.

Community Development
Individuals
Residential Septic System Education and Maintenance Program
$50,000
Western Montana Conservation Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 5, 2025

This funding opportunity supports the development and expansion of septic system maintenance programs in Western Montana to improve water quality and promote community education on proper septic care.

Environment
City or township governments
Community Grantmaking Program
$1,500
Red Lodge Area Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This program provides financial support ranging from $100 to $1,500 to local charities and community projects in the Red Lodge area, helping to turn innovative ideas into actionable initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Treacy Foundation Capital Campaigns and Asset Improvement Grants- small grants
$10,000
Treacy Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This grant provides financial support to organizations in Montana for capital improvement projects and maintenance efforts to enhance their infrastructure.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Early Childhood Grant Fund
$1,200
Red Lodge Area Community Foundation
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 4, 2024

This funding opportunity supports programs and services that enhance the education and development of children aged 0-8 in Red Lodge, addressing the need for quality childcare and early learning resources.

Youth
Nonprofits
2024 Montana Land & Water Conservation Fund Grant Program
Contact for amount
Montana Fish, Wildlife & Parks
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 12, 2024

This program provides matching funds to state, tribal, and local governments in Montana for developing and improving outdoor recreation facilities like parks and sports fields.

Recreation
City or township governments
Tax Base Supplement Grant
Contact for amount
Local Community Foundations
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

May 21, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support to local taxing districts and governments affected by the closure of the Colstrip power plants, helping them maintain essential services and mitigate tax revenue losses.

Agriculture
City or township governments
EPSCoR Research Infrastructure Improvement Program: EPSCoR Collaborations for Optimizing Research Ecosystems (E-CORE)
$10,000,000
National Science Foundation
Federal

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Apr 25, 2025

This funding opportunity is designed to strengthen research capabilities in eligible jurisdictions by supporting collaborations among academic institutions, government agencies, and private industry to develop sustainable research infrastructure.

Science and Technology
Public and State controlled institutions of higher education
The Tribal Tourism Small Business Grant Program
$10,000
Montana Department of Commerce (Business MT Division)
State

Application Deadline

Nov 30, 2025

Date Added

Oct 31, 2025

This program provides financial support to enrolled members of Montana's federally recognized tribes to start or grow small businesses that enhance the tribal tourism economy in the state.

Business and Commerce
Individuals
The Rural Community Grant program
$5,000
AgWest Farm Credit
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 7, 2024

This program provides funding to non-profit organizations for innovative projects that improve the economic and social well-being of rural communities in several western states.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Renewable Resource - Emergency Grants
$30,000
Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC)
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

This program provides urgent financial assistance to local governments and districts for critical repairs to renewable resource infrastructure, such as dams and water systems, to prevent significant damage or legal issues.

Disaster Prevention and Relief
County governments
The Energize Your Neighborhood Grant
$6,000
City of Missoula Neighborhoods Office
Local

Application Deadline

Nov 27, 2025

Date Added

Nov 4, 2024

This funding opportunity provides financial support for community-led projects that enhance neighborhoods in Missoula through improvements, planning, and resident engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2024 AISC Experiences
$2,500
Montana Arts Council
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This program provides funding to schools and community organizations in Montana to engage students with guest artists, purchase art supplies, and facilitate transportation for enriching arts experiences.

Arts
Nonprofits
Residential and Community Green Stormwater Infrastructure Grant
$50,000
Western Montana Conservation Commission
State
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Aug 5, 2025

This funding initiative provides financial support to local governments, tribal organizations, nonprofits, and educational institutions in Western Montana to develop green stormwater infrastructure projects that reduce urban pollution and promote community engagement and education.

Environment
Native American tribal organizations
The Economic Impact and Destination Event Grant Program
$25,000
Montana Department of Commerce Destination MT Division
State

Application Deadline

Dec 18, 2025

Date Added

Oct 27, 2025

This program provides funding to support local events in Montana that attract tourists and boost the economy, particularly in rural and under-visited areas.

Community Development
Nonprofits
2025 Renewable Resource - Planning Grant Program - Cycle 2 - Round 2
$40,000
Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC)
State

Application Deadline

Jan 1, 2025

Date Added

Apr 29, 2024

The Renewable Resource Grant Program (RRGL) Planning Grant aims to support governmental entities by funding professional and technical services needed to produce high-quality RRGL grant applications. These grants are focused on projects that conserve, manage, develop, or protect Montana's renewable resources. Eligible projects include feasibility, design, research, resource assessment studies, and the preparation of plans for construction, rehabilitation, or production. Eligible applicants are divisions of state government, tribal governments, and other local political subdivisions like cities, towns, counties, and various districts. Applications for funding can be submitted through specific cycles with detailed review periods.

Environment
City or township governments
Competitive Highway Bridge Program
$75,000,000
U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT Federal Highway Administration )
Federal

Application Deadline

Aug 4, 2025

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This funding opportunity provides financial support to state transportation departments in rural U.S. states for the replacement and rehabilitation of multiple highway bridges to improve safety and efficiency.

Transportation
State governments