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Montana Community Development Grants

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Rural Tourism Asset Grant Program
$75,000
Montana Department of Commerce
State

Application Deadline

Mar 26, 2026

Date Added

Feb 16, 2026

This program provides funding to rural local governments, nonprofits, and economic development organizations in Montana for projects that improve tourism infrastructure and enhance visitor experiences in less urbanized areas.

Community Development
Nonprofits
Reclamation and Development Grants Program (RDGP)
$500,000
The Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

May 27, 2025

This program provides funding to Montana cities, counties, tribal governments, and state agencies for projects that restore natural resources affected by mineral development or address urgent environmental needs.

Natural Resources
City or township governments
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
Gallatin County Historic Preservation Grant
Contact for amount
Gallatin County
Local

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 27, 2025

This grant provides financial support for projects that preserve and restore historically significant sites and cultural assets in Gallatin County, Montana.

Arts
City or township governments
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 best practices among homeowners.

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
Community Investment Program
$25,000
TC Energy Corporation
Private

Application Deadline

Nov 16, 2026

Date Added

May 5, 2025

This program provides funding to community organizations near TC Energy's operations in North America to support projects that promote equity, sustainable development, and community engagement.

Community Development
Nonprofits
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
Valley County Masonic Endowment Fund
$5,000
Montana Community Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations and government units to support projects that enhance arts, education, economic development, basic human needs, and conservation efforts for the benefit of residents in Valley County, Montana.

Community Development
Independent school districts
Fall Community Investment Program
$50,000
Montana Community Foundation By the Grid United
Private

Application Deadline

May 1, 2026

Date Added

Feb 1, 2024

This program provides funding for innovative projects that improve quality of life and strengthen communities in Rosebud, Custer, and Fallon County, Montana, specifically for eligible nonprofits and government entities.

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
AISC Experiences
$2,500
Montana Arts Council
State

Application Deadline

Apr 16, 2026

Date Added

Apr 22, 2024

This grant provides funding for organizations in Montana to create engaging arts learning experiences that connect participants with artists and artistic materials, fostering initial exposure to the arts for individuals of all ages and abilities.

Arts
Nonprofits
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