Grants in Montana: 50+ Funding Opportunities

Organizations in Montana can access federal grants open to all states, Montana-specific state agency funding, regional foundation awards, and corporate giving programs. GrantAQ tracks every active grant available to Montana nonprofits, schools, municipalities, and small businesses — and uses AI to match your organization to the funding you actually qualify for.

50+

Grants Available

$11.8M

Total Funding Tracked

$492K

Average Award

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State

Top Funding Categories in Montana

generalphilanthropyeducationhealth

Active Grants in Montana

Gianforte Fam Charitable Tr — Grants Program
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Gianforte Fam Charitable Tr

Gianforte Fam Charitable Tr is a private foundation based in Bozeman, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $10,843,900 in grants. Total assets: $210,923,558. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Dennis R Washington Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Dennis R Washington Foundation Inc

Dennis R Washington Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Missoula, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $50,239,507 in grants. Total assets: $1,052,645,253. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $2.0MRolling deadline
Treacy Company — Grants Program
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Treacy Company

Treacy Company is a private foundation based in Helena, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,051,200 in grants. Total assets: $39,493,819. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Charles M Bair Memorial Trust Fund — Grants Program
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Charles M Bair Memorial Trust Fund

Charles M Bair Memorial Trust Fund is a private foundation based in Billings, MT. In 2024, the foundation distributed $1,529,832 in grants. Total assets: $10,423,101. This foundation makes grants to individuals as well as organizations. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Bair Ranch Foundation — Grants Program
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Bair Ranch Foundation

Bair Ranch Foundation is a private foundation based in Billings, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,217,726 in grants. Total assets: $58,253,077. Primary focus area: education. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Scoob Trust Foundation — Grants Program
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Scoob Trust Foundation

Scoob Trust Foundation is a private foundation based in Clyde Park, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,191,000 in grants. Total assets: $6,234,803. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Rieschel Foundation — Grants Program
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Rieschel Foundation

Rieschel Foundation is a private foundation based in Bozeman, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,974,000 in grants. Total assets: $9,123,856. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Tykeson Fam Charitable Tr — Grants Program
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Tykeson Fam Charitable Tr

Tykeson Fam Charitable Tr is a private foundation based in Ovando, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $5,070,757 in grants. Total assets: $101,525,681. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Town Pump Charitable Foundation — Grants Program
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Town Pump Charitable Foundation

Town Pump Charitable Foundation is a private foundation based in Butte, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $3,368,156 in grants. Total assets: $63,260,816. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Montana Healthcare Foundation — Grants Program
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Montana Healthcare Foundation

Montana Healthcare Foundation is a private foundation based in Bozeman, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $5,407,409 in grants. Total assets: $249,811,431. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Charles M Bair Family Tr Fund — Grants Program
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Charles M Bair Family Tr Fund

Charles M Bair Family Tr Fund is a private foundation based in Billings, MT. In 2024, the foundation distributed $1,009,301 in grants. Total assets: $33,313,114. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
First Interstate Bancsystem Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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First Interstate Bancsystem Foundation Inc

First Interstate Bancsystem Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Billings, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $6,003,777 in grants. Total assets: $22,978,183. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Headwaters Health Foundation Of Western Montana — Grants Program
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Headwaters Health Foundation Of Western Montana

Headwaters Health Foundation Of Western Montana is a private foundation based in Missoula, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $4,105,000 in grants. Total assets: $123,719,137. Primary focus area: health. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Dan And Jeanne Scott Family Foundation — Grants Program
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Dan And Jeanne Scott Family Foundation

Dan And Jeanne Scott Family Foundation is a private foundation based in Billings, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,147,763 in grants. Total assets: $26,643,770. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
O P & W E Edwards Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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O P & W E Edwards Foundation Inc

O P & W E Edwards Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Red Lodge, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $1,305,910 in grants. Total assets: $25,896,260. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Cross Charitable Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Cross Charitable Foundation Inc

Cross Charitable Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Bozeman, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $2,822,000 in grants. Total assets: $54,233,963. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $500KRolling deadline
Storm Castle Foundation — Grants Program
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Storm Castle Foundation

Storm Castle Foundation is a private foundation based in Big Sky, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $424,300 in grants. Total assets: $20,395,785. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Rural Health Development Inc — Grants Program
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Rural Health Development Inc

Rural Health Development Inc is a private foundation based in Miles City, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $693,432 in grants. Total assets: $3,470,968. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Marie Eccles Caine Foundation Russell Family — Grants Program
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Marie Eccles Caine Foundation Russell Family

Marie Eccles Caine Foundation Russell Family is a private foundation based in Whitefish, MT. In 2024, the foundation distributed $726,500 in grants. Total assets: $16,880,725. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Alice Lee Lund Charitable Tr — Grants Program
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Alice Lee Lund Charitable Tr

Alice Lee Lund Charitable Tr is a private foundation based in Great Falls, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $782,853 in grants. Total assets: $12,194,670. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Morgan Family Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Morgan Family Foundation Inc

Morgan Family Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Bozeman, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $705,763 in grants. Total assets: $7,337,527. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Dcm Foundation — Grants Program
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Dcm Foundation

Dcm Foundation is a private foundation based in Condon, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $367,400 in grants. Total assets: $3,778,723. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
The High Stakes Foundation — Grants Program
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The High Stakes Foundation

The High Stakes Foundation is a private foundation based in Missoula, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $944,220 in grants. Total assets: $3,195,820. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline
Angora Ridge Foundation Inc — Grants Program
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Angora Ridge Foundation Inc

Angora Ridge Foundation Inc is a private foundation based in Whitefish, MT. In 2023, the foundation distributed $594,675 in grants. Total assets: $5,495,520. Primary focus area: philanthropy. Contact the foundation directly for application guidelines and deadlines.

Up to $100KRolling deadline

Frequently Asked Questions: Montana Grants

What types of grants are available in Montana?

Montana organizations can access federal grants (open to all states), Montana-specific state agency grants, regional foundation grants, and local community foundation awards. Federal programs represent the largest pool; state agency grants often have shorter application cycles and local preference.

Do I need to be incorporated in Montana to apply for state grants?

For most Montana state agency grants, yes — organizations must be registered to do business in Montana and often must demonstrate primary service delivery within the state. Federal grants are open regardless of incorporation state, provided your program serves eligible populations.

How do I find Montana state grant opportunities?

Montana state agency grants are published through the state grants portal, individual agency websites (health department, arts commission, housing finance agency, etc.), and GrantAQ's aggregated database. GrantAQ pulls all active state grants alongside federal and foundation opportunities so you see everything in one place.

What is the deadline cycle for Montana grants?

Montana state grant deadlines vary widely by agency. Many education and health grants align with the state fiscal year (often July 1). Community development grants may have spring deadlines. Federal grants follow agency-specific cycles. GrantAQ tracks all deadlines and sends alerts before they close.

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