Children and Families Funding for Nonprofits from Costco Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Montana that support children, education, or health and human services may be eligible for monetary program support from the Costco Foundation. With a mission to strengthen communities, it prioritizes evidence-based programs, clear community need, measurable outcomes, collaboration, and a broad base of financial support in its grant decisions.
Costco Foundation
Montana Innovative Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or community programs in Montana can seek support for new approaches to social problems. Focused on innovation, Creag Foundation invites smaller or evolving organizations to submit letters of inquiry, which may include community or school garden and horticulture projects that creatively address community needs.
Creag Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage, impact-first nonprofits and mission-driven for-profits in Montana and beyond can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support; awards up to US $300,000 for scalable solutions serving underserved communities. Organizations running post-pilot, systems-oriented models may be eligible, including those improving food access or community health that connect to school or community garden efforts.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Tech-Enabled Impact Grants
Nonprofit and nongovernmental organizations using technology for crisis response, education, economic empowerment, or climate resilience can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help Montana horticulture and gardening programs serving mostly economically underserved communities if their work fits these tech-enabled social impact priorities.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Companies Foundation Grants for Montana Safety
Educational institutions, government programs, 501(c)(3) nonprofits, and 501(c)(4) volunteer fire companies in Montana can seek funding for safety, education, and community development initiatives. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support projects like disaster preparedness, neighborhood revitalization, financial literacy, and K–12 or STEM education, which may include community or school garden components.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Montana Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit arts and cultural institutions in Montana and across the U.S. can seek more than US $100,000 from the William Randolph Hearst Foundation for culture-focused program, capital, or limited general support. Organizations offering arts education, artist development, or STEAM programs that reach large audiences, including school and community groups, may be especially competitive.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Hearst Foundation Grants for Montana Social Services
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million that provide direct social services, including food access or youth development connected to community gardens in Montana, can apply for the William Randolph Hearst Foundation’s Social Service Grant; awards more than US $100,000 for program, capital, or general support. Organizations should demonstrate proven impact, strong sustainability, and the ability to serve large populations.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grants for Montana Health
Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits and equivalent charities working in health, education, or community services can seek funding for programs such as food pantries, healthcare access, STEM education, or preventive health. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides support for U.S.-based organizations, which may include community and school garden projects that advance health, nutrition, or education outcomes.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Montana Youth Education Funding via Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities working on education, child health, or family economic stability projects in Montana and other U.S. locations can seek more than US $50,000 for project support or scaling. With a mission to expand opportunity, the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation prioritizes urban low-income children and youth in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Support for Global Health
Montana horticulture and gardening organizations, including those running community or school gardens, can access funding through the Semnani Family Foundation to support health, education, and humanitarian programs. Nonprofits serving marginalized communities in the U.S. and abroad may be eligible for projects addressing healthcare access, food and nutrition, child and women’s health, literacy, and related social services.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Montana 501(c)(3) organizations running charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for projects carried out in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits may support well-managed initiatives with broad impact, including horticulture and gardening or community and school garden activities that advance general welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Self-Reliance Grants for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Montana nonprofits helping disadvantaged people become self-reliant can access funding through Gupta Family Foundation, with awards from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Organizations addressing poverty, disability, social exclusion, or disaster relief may be eligible, and smaller, founder-led groups worldwide are prioritized; community and school garden programs that meet these criteria could qualify.
Gupta Family Foundation
Montana Community Programs Funding via Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $1 million working on community, education, environmental, or youth programs in Montana and beyond can apply for Hansen Family Foundation grants of US $1,000 - US $10,000. With a mission to support life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, the foundation funds children, education, environmental, humanitarian, arts, and related initiatives, which may include garden-based projects.
Hansen Family Foundation
Community Facility Funding for Rural Organizations via USDA
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
Public bodies, community-based nonprofits, and federally recognized Tribes in rural Montana can apply for USDA: Rural Development’s Community Facilities funding to purchase, construct, or improve essential facilities and equipment. Projects in small, low-income communities are prioritized, and initiatives like community centers, fairgrounds, or community gardens may be eligible when they serve essential local needs.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Montana Department Support for Montana Pollinator Projects
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Montana conservation districts seeking funding to improve pollinator habitat in Montana can apply for pollinator grants supporting gardens, habitat plantings, and education projects, with awards up to US $15,000. Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation funding can help districts develop community or school gardens, outreach events, and monitoring programs that engage local residents and schools.
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
Robinson Foundation Community Support Grants in Montana
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on horticulture, gardening, or related community programs in Montana and the broader Southern region can seek project support that creates tangible, meaningful impact. Focus areas for Robinson Foundation funding include children and families, education, poverty relief, disaster relief, animal welfare, veterans’ issues, medical assistance, nature and wildlife conservation, and religious or spiritual endeavors.
Robinson Foundation
Community and Environment Funding from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Montana horticulture and gardening nonprofits, including community and school garden programs, can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation to support 501(c)(3) charitable work. Grants may benefit projects that blend community services, environmental conservation, or peacebuilding with garden-based education, food production, or green space initiatives.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
TJX Foundation Grants for Montana Basic Needs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Montana located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office can seek funding for basic needs, youth education, workforce readiness, and safety from domestic violence. Grants from The Tjx Foundation help programs that support vulnerable families and children, which may include community or school garden initiatives with these goals.
The Tjx Foundation Inc
Montana Community Services Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Montana can seek US $5,000 - US $10,000 in unrestricted operating or program support for environmental and human services work. The Lawrence Foundation funds U.S.-headquartered groups globally, so Montana community and school garden projects that fit its environmental priorities may be eligible.
Lawrence Foundation
Garden and Community Program Grants from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Montana and across the U.S. can apply for US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs, including gardens, education, and cultural activities. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation funds museums, schools, environmental and wildlife protection, youth and senior services, disability programs, and other local initiatives where modest grants have strong impact.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Basic Needs Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits addressing basic needs, community vitality, or volunteer-driven causes can apply for Ameriprise Financial support to strengthen hunger relief, shelter, adult self-sufficiency, and community development programs. Organizations in Montana working on gardens, food access, or neighborhood revitalization may be especially competitive if they engage Ameriprise volunteers and demonstrate strong outcomes and financial stability.
Ameriprise Financial
Program Support Funding for Nonprofits from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking program support in education, social services, health care, civic and cultural, or environmental work can apply for Dr Scholl Foundation grants of US $5,000 - US $25,000. Community and school garden projects that fit these categories, especially those with educational or social service goals, may be competitive within this national program.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Montana Community Services Funding via O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations improving community quality of life in Montana can seek project, operating, or capital support for services like hunger relief, homelessness, health access, literacy, and workforce development. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help U.S.-based 501(c)(3) groups in O'Reilly Auto Parts communities, which may include garden or food access programs connected to community and school gardens.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Community Grants in Montana
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Montana 501(c)(3) public charities with programs in safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability can seek US $5,000 - US $30,000 to support direct services and capacity-building projects. Grants from Union Pacific Foundation help eligible communities along its rail-served footprint, which may include Montana, strengthen local wellbeing and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Union Pacific Foundation
Montana Garden Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Montana working on community or school gardens, youth development, food access, or related environmental projects can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful programs. Eligible U.S., Canadian, U.K., and Singapore charities may also benefit if their work advances these community-focused initiatives.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Support for Montana Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Montana working on horticulture, gardening, or other community initiatives can be recognized for exemplary cross-sector partnerships through the Community Partnership Award. Mutual of America Foundation honors U.S. nonprofits whose collaborative models strengthen communities and can be replicated, with six partnerships selected annually for national recognition.
Mutual Of America Foundation