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Montana Community Development Grants

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Regional Assistance Program
$400,000
Montana Department of Commerce (Destination MT Division)
State

Application Deadline

Apr 15, 2026

Date Added

Dec 17, 2025

This program provides funding to small tourism organizations in Montana to develop and promote local tourism initiatives that boost visitor engagement and support economic growth in rural and under-visited areas.

Business and Commerce
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
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
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
MFU Foundation Community Grants Program
Contact for amount
Montana Farmers Union Foundation
Private

Application Deadline

May 4, 2026

Date Added

Mar 9, 2026

This program provides funding to individuals, schools, cooperatives, and community organizations in Montana to support projects that enhance agricultural education, improve local food systems, and promote sustainable farming practices.

Agriculture
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
Reclamation and Development Grants Program (RDGP) Project Grants
$500,000
Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC)
State

Application Deadline

May 15, 2026

Date Added

Oct 9, 2025

This program provides financial assistance to Montana's local and state governments for projects that restore environmental damage from mineral development or address critical natural resource needs, such as drought mitigation and high-hazard dam management.

Natural Resources
County governments
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

Mar 31, 2026

Date Added

Apr 1, 2025

This grant provides financial support to charitable organizations and projects that enhance the quality of life for residents in Valley County, Montana, focusing on areas such as arts, education, economic development, and conservation.

Arts
Nonprofits
Micro-Grant Program
$2,000
Polson Chamber of Commerce
Private
Rolling

Application Deadline

Not specified

Date Added

Mar 20, 2026

This program provides financial support to local Chamber members for projects and events that enhance the Polson-area business community and promote economic engagement.

Community Development
Small businesses
M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust Capital Grants
$50,000
M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust
Private

Application Deadline

Jul 21, 2026

Date Added

Jun 3, 2025

This grant provides funding for nonprofit organizations in the Pacific Northwest to support strategic projects that promote community well-being, education, health, and cultural initiatives.

Community Development
Nonprofits
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