AgWest Farm Credit Grants for Montana Communities
Fire departments and other nonprofit organizations in rural Montana can seek funding for community facilities, equipment, and capital improvements. Grants from AgWest Farm Credit help rural communities across several Western states with projects like fire engines, multi-purpose buildings, and park or community center upgrades, offering US $500 - US $2,500 per award.
AgWest Farm Credit
US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Montana Communities
With a mission to strengthen communities, US Bancorp Foundation provides Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits with funding for economic and workforce advancement, safe and affordable housing, and community arts and culture. Fire departments and related organizations with nonprofit status may be eligible if their programs support these community development and equity priorities in designated U.S. Bank communities.
US Bancorp Foundation
Community Services Funding for Nonprofits from Costco Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Montana providing programs for children, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support that complements their program budgets. With a mission to strengthen community well-being, Costco Foundation provides grants to evidence-based, collaboratively supported programs; fire departments with qualifying community services or youth education components may be eligible.
Costco Foundation
Montana Innovative Human Services Funding via Creag Foundation
Montana fire and emergency service nonprofits with innovative human services or community safety programs can seek support for new or expanded initiatives. Focused on creative approaches to social problems, Creag Foundation invites 501(c)(3) organizations with at least one year of status to inquire about invitation-only funding opportunities that improve the human condition.
Creag Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage independent nonprofits and impact-first, mission-driven for-profits in Montana tackling urgent social or environmental problems can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support; awards up to US $300,000 for scalable solutions. Fire departments or related organizations may be eligible if they serve underserved communities and can demonstrate measurable, systems-level impact and growth potential.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Technology Grants in Montana
Fire departments and related nonprofits in Montana using technology-driven programs for crisis response, education, or economic empowerment can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving predominantly economically underserved communities pilot or scale innovative, tech-enabled solutions that improve service reach and efficiency year-round.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Montana Firefighting
Volunteer fire companies, government entities, schools, and 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Montana can seek funding for fire prevention, home safety, disaster preparedness, and related community programs. Grants from State Farm Companies Foundation help support firefighting and public safety, as well as broader education and community development initiatives with long-term, sustainable impact.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Montana Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Montana 501(c)(3) cultural institutions with audited expenses over $2 million can seek more than US $100,000 to support arts and science programming, capital needs, or limited general support. The Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science programs, which may benefit fire departments offering youth or community education initiatives.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Montana Youth Poverty Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Organizations serving children and youth from low-income urban communities with education, health, or family economic stability programs in Montana can apply for more than US $50,000 to support projects or scaling efforts. With a mission to expand opportunity, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation provides eligible entities, including social enterprises and public agencies, with substantial project-based funding.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Semnani Family Foundation Support for Health Programs
Montana fire departments and emergency service organizations can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation to support health, humanitarian, and social service programs for vulnerable and marginalized communities. Projects that advance healthcare access, disaster relief, women’s and children’s health, or related human services in Montana or abroad may be eligible.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Montana 501(c)(3) organizations running charitable, scientific, medical, educational, or related community programs can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust, as long as funds are used in the U.S. This support may benefit fire departments or affiliated nonprofits with education, health, or safety initiatives that materially improve community welfare.
Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits seeking support for community development, basic needs, workforce education, arts, or environmental initiatives can apply for sponsorship funding that may complement fire prevention, safety education, or related programs. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help organizations advance economic mobility and social progress in low- and moderate-income communities nationwide.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Montana fire and emergency service nonprofits working to reduce disadvantage or provide humanitarian relief can access funding through Gupta Family Foundation; awards range from US $5,000 - US $250,000. Eligible 501(c)(3) organizations, or qualified foreign entities, must be non-sectarian, relatively small in size, and ensure at least 90% of grant funds reach beneficiaries.
Gupta Family Foundation
Community Facility Funding for Rural Agencies 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 build, purchase, or improve essential facilities and equipment. Fire departments may be eligible for support for stations, fire trucks, and public safety equipment in communities of 20,000 or fewer residents.
USDA: Rural Development (RD)
Community and Environment Funding from Dudley T Dougherty Foundation
Applications due Oct 31, 2026
Montana fire departments and related 501(c)(3) organizations can access funding through the Dudley T Dougherty Foundation to support community services, environmental conservation, and peacebuilding initiatives. Eligible nonprofits whose fire prevention or safety programs intersect with these areas may be competitive applicants for this nationally focused opportunity.
Dudley T Dougherty Foundation Inc
TJX Foundation Grants for Montana Community Programs
Letter of inquiry due Oct 31, 2026
Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits supporting basic needs, at-risk youth, workforce readiness, or safety from domestic violence may be eligible for TJX Foundation grants if located within 15 miles of a TJX store, distribution center, or office. Grants from TJX Foundation help community organizations whose services may also support local fire departments’ outreach to vulnerable families and children.
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 receive unrestricted support for environmental, human services, and related community programs through the Lawrence Foundation, typically awarding US $5,000 - US $10,000. Fire departments or related public entities working through eligible partners may benefit for community safety, outreach, or environmental initiatives.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. IRS-qualified nonprofit organizations seeking support for community programs, education, arts, health, or environmental initiatives can apply for the Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation’s grants, awarding US $1,000 - US $20,000. Fire departments and related public safety organizations in Montana may be eligible when proposing community-based, educational, or facility-focused projects that fit these priorities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Funding for Nonprofits from Ameriprise Financial
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
Ameriprise Financial provides Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits with grants for meeting basic needs, supporting community vitality, and volunteer-driven causes. Organizations working on hunger relief, shelter and supportive housing, community development, cultural enrichment, or adult self-sufficiency across the U.S. may be eligible, with priority for those engaging Ameriprise employees and advisors as volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Steele-Reese Foundation Support for Montana Rural Services
Letter of inquiry due Jan 19, 2027
With a mission to strengthen rural communities, the Steele-Reese Foundation provides Montana rural agencies and 501(c)(3) organizations with funding for human and social services, including local fire-protection services. Eligible rural projects in Idaho, Montana, and nearby Native nations can request US $5,000 - US $50,000 for essential, community-backed programs with clear, measurable benefits.
Steele-Reese Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits with programs in education, social services, health care, civic or cultural initiatives, or environmental work can access funding through the Dr Scholl Foundation; awards range from US $5,000 - US $25,000 for one-year projects. Fire departments with eligible nonprofit arms or partner organizations may be able to apply within these categories.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Firefighting Capacity Funding from Montana DNRC
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Rural volunteer fire departments in Montana can seek cost-share support for training, equipment, and organizational needs that strengthen wildfire and emergency response capacity. With a mission to bolster local fire protection, Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation administers this Volunteer Fire Capacity program funded by the USDA Forest Service for departments serving rural communities and counties statewide.
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
Montana Community Services Funding via O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help Montana community-focused nonprofits fund programs in economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations serving underserved residents in O’Reilly Auto Parts communities may request project, general operating, or capital support, which can include initiatives that benefit local emergency and fire service populations.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Montana Youth and Community Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Montana serving youth, families, or communities can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, offering US $30,000 - US $350,000 for impactful programs. Fire departments or related agencies with youth leadership, housing support, food security, or environmental stewardship initiatives may be eligible alongside other community-focused nonprofits.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Forest Management Funding for Local Governments via Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
Applications due May 26, 2027
Local governments in Montana working on cross-boundary forest management to reduce wildland fire hazards and improve forest health can apply for Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation grants. Awards of US $3,000 - US $6,000 support coordination or facilitation for forest collaborative groups and funding of amicus briefs for locally supported projects likely to face litigation.
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
Montana DNRC Fire Capacity Grants in Montana
Applications due Jun 1, 2027
Montana rural volunteer fire departments needing training, wildland PPE, equipment, radios, or organizational support in Montana can access funding through Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation, which administers the Volunteer Fire Capacity Program. Eligible departments must primarily serve communities under 10,000 residents, be at least 80% volunteer, and meet NFIRS and NIMS compliance and federal grant requirements.
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation