US Bancorp Foundation Grants for Montana Communities
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations working on economic advancement, affordable housing, or community arts and culture in Montana can apply for funding that supports work, home, and play initiatives. With a mission to create equitable, lasting community change, US Bancorp Foundation provides collaborative, high-impact grants that may benefit journalism-related projects intersecting with these priorities.
US Bancorp Foundation
Children and Health Funding for Nonprofits from Costco Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Montana working on children’s programs, education, or health and human services can seek monetary support that strengthens community services. With a mission to support these core areas, Costco Foundation provides U.S. nonprofits with program funding; journalism organizations with youth, education, or health-focused initiatives may be eligible.
Costco Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Grants for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth worldwide can receive funding for health, education, development, and welfare programs, including early childhood development, child advocacy, homelessness, and poverty services. The Dan Paul Foundation provides up to US $15,000, and Montana journalism organizations may be eligible if their projects advance these youth-focused goals.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Social Impact Grants in Montana
Nonprofits and NGOs using technology to tackle crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Montana can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants up to Up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help early-stage, tech-enabled programs serving mostly economically underserved communities, which may include initiatives that strengthen local information access and civic engagement.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm Foundation Grants for Montana Communities
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, affordable housing, financial literacy, and STEM or K–12 education, which may benefit organizations that also provide community-focused journalism or public information.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Montana Arts Education Funding via Hearst Foundation
Montana arts and cultural nonprofits with U.S.-based 501(c)(3) status and audited expenses over $2 million can seek support for impactful arts and science programming, capital projects, or limited general support. William Randolph Hearst Foundation prioritizes arts education, artist development, and STEAM-focused science programs, which may benefit organizations that also incorporate journalism or media-related education.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Social Service Grants
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million that run proven social service programs in areas like poverty alleviation, housing, legal aid, reentry, or youth development can apply for William Randolph Hearst Foundation support. Montana organizations with journalism-related initiatives that also provide direct social services may be eligible for more than US $100,000 in program, capital, or general support.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grants for Montana Health
Montana 501(c)(3) and equivalent charitable organizations working in health, education, or community services can apply for funding to support local programs. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides support for initiatives like food pantries, healthcare access for underserved populations, STEM education, and healthy lifestyle promotion, which may benefit journalism projects covering these community health and welfare issues.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Montana Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits, social enterprises, schools, and public entities in Montana working on education for urban low-income children and youth can apply for project or scale-up support from the Michael & Susan Dell Foundation; awards are more than US $50,000. With a mission to expand opportunity, it may benefit journalism-related education or youth programs that fit these priorities.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Community Programs
Accredited charities running humanitarian, educational, community, environmental, or arts projects can seek philanthropic support for high-quality, sustainable initiatives, including those in Montana. With a mission to strengthen communities and foster innovation, La Roche provides funding for projects that may engage employees, use corporate expertise, and support social or educational programming that includes journalism-related components.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Support for Global Health
Montana journalism organizations working on health, education, or humanitarian reporting can access funding through Semnani Family Foundation for projects serving marginalized communities. This global fund supports efforts such as healthcare access, disaster relief, child welfare, and women’s and children’s health, and Montana-based media partners may be eligible when their work advances these priorities.
Semnani Family Foundation
Broad Program Funding for Nonprofits from Sidney Stern Memorial Trust
Montana 501(c)(3) organizations with charitable, educational, scientific, or medical programs can access funding through the Sidney Stern Memorial Trust for work carried out in the U.S. Eligible nonprofits must be tax-exempt under federal law (and California law where applicable). Journalism organizations structured as qualifying nonprofits may be eligible if their work fits these categories.
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 related initiatives can apply for regional sponsorship funding that advances economic mobility and social progress. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help organizations addressing housing, jobs, hunger, environment, and inclusion, and may benefit journalism projects connected to these community priorities.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Humanitarian Funding for Nonprofits from Gupta Family Foundation
Applications due Jul 31, 2026
Montana nonprofits working on poverty alleviation, disability services, disaster relief, or other human and social services can access funding through Gupta Family Foundation to help disadvantaged people become self-reliant. Eligible applicants are typically smaller 501(c)(3) organizations, or qualifying foreign entities, with revenues between $300,000 and $3,000,000; awards range from US $5,000 - US $250,000.
Gupta Family Foundation
Headwaters Foundation Support for Montana Families
Letter of inquiry due Aug 31, 2026
Montana nonprofits supporting family leadership, advocacy, and health-focused storytelling can access funding through Headwaters Foundation’s Family Power Fund. Grants up to US $150,000 provide general operating support for organizations working alongside parents, caregivers, and youth in 15 western Montana counties. Journalism and narrative-change projects that elevate community health challenges and solutions may be eligible.
Headwaters Foundation Inc
Headwaters Foundation Support for Montana Families
Letter of inquiry due Aug 31, 2026
Montana nonprofits running community power or advocacy projects can access funding to build family leadership, shift narratives, and influence health policy. Montana journalism and storytelling initiatives that expose barriers to health and elevate community voices may be eligible for Headwaters Foundation’s Family Power Fund project grants of up to US $125,000.
Headwaters Foundation Inc
Montana Community Funding via Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Montana and beyond can seek Hansen Family Foundation support for programs serving children, education, animals, the environment, humanitarian needs, and arts and culture. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, it provides US $1,000 - US $10,000 to smaller organizations, which may include journalism projects fitting these causes.
Hansen Family Foundation
Family Advocacy Funding for Nonprofits from Headwaters Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Sep 15, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Western Montana that build family leadership, advocacy, and storytelling around health can apply for Headwaters Foundation’s Family Power Fund Planning/New Partner Grants, with awards up to US $75,000. Groups using journalism or storytelling to expose health barriers and elevate community voices may be especially relevant for Montana journalism efforts.
Headwaters Foundation Inc
Jesse W Couch Foundation Grants for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
Journalism and media-focused 501(c)(3) nonprofits in Montana, especially those working in wildlife conservation, can seek storytelling support to showcase their community impact. With a mission to strengthen preservation, education, and wellness efforts, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides funding over US $50,000 to help organizations share powerful, mission-aligned stories.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Robinson Foundation Community Grants in Montana
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Montana 501(c)(3) organizations with at least three years of activity can seek single-year funding for programs such as education, youth and family services, poverty relief, disaster relief, health, animal welfare, conservation, religious initiatives, or veterans’ issues. Focused on community hardship relief, Robinson Foundation invites Southern-region nonprofits, including those doing journalism-related work within these areas, to apply.
Robinson Foundation
Montana Community and Environment Funding via Lawrence Foundation
Applications due Nov 1, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations, public schools, and libraries in Montana can seek general operating or program support for environmental and human services work. The Lawrence Foundation provides US $5,000 - US $10,000 unrestricted grants nationally, so Montana journalism organizations with qualifying community or environmental programs may be eligible.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Funding for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
U.S. nonprofit organizations seeking support for community programs, education, arts, health facilities, or environmental and wildlife efforts can apply for grants of US $1,000 - US $20,000. The Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports museums, schools, hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, and other community-based initiatives, which may include journalism-related projects in Montana.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dr Scholl Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Jan 31, 2027
Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on education, social services, health care, civic or cultural programs, or environmental initiatives can access funding through Dr Scholl Foundation for one year of project support. U.S.-based organizations may receive US $5,000 - US $25,000, with one application per grant year and at least three years of financial history required.
Dr Scholl Foundation
Montana Community Services Funding via O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits improving quality of life for underserved residents can seek project, operating, or capital support to strengthen local community services. Grants from O'Reilly Automotive Foundation help organizations in O’Reilly Auto Parts service areas advance economic stability, workforce development, health and social services, and disaster relief, which may include journalism initiatives covering these issues.
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 working on youth development, food security, housing, or environmental stewardship can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000. Journalism or media nonprofits that advance these community-focused programs for young people may be eligible.
Chick Fil A Foundation Inc
Mutual of America Support for Community Partnerships
Applications due Jul 1, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Montana with strong, replicable community partnerships can apply for the Mutual of America Foundation Community Partnership Award, which recognizes exemplary collaborative efforts across the U.S. Mutual of America Foundation honors partnerships that measurably improve lives, address significant social issues, and may include journalism initiatives that build more informed, cohesive communities.
Mutual Of America Foundation