Montana Innovative Nonprofit Funding via Creag Foundation
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with innovative human services or social problem-solving programs in Montana may be eligible for support, especially smaller or evolving groups. Focused on new approaches to societal issues, Creag Foundation invites organizations with creative models—including those in arts, culture, or community services—to submit a letter of inquiry for potential invitation-only funding.
Creag Foundation
Dan Paul Foundation Grants for Youth Programs
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations serving children and youth can receive funding up to US $15,000 from the Dan Paul Foundation for programs advancing health, education, development, and welfare. Montana music nonprofits may be eligible if their youth-focused activities address areas like enrichment, early childhood development, scholarships, environment, or poverty and homelessness.
The Dan Paul Foundation
Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation Arts Grants for Montana
Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits providing direct arts, culture, or music-related services to disadvantaged or special-needs populations can apply for Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation grants. Funding supports programs in education, health and human services, arts and culture, and community service, and may benefit music organizations offering youth programs, camps, or community arts access.
Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation
Social Impact Funding from Draper Richards Kaplan
Early-stage nonprofit and impact-first social enterprises in Montana tackling urgent social or environmental challenges can apply for Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation’s support; awards up to US $300,000 for scalable, impact-driven solutions. Organizations working in areas like education, health, poverty, environment, or economic mobility that serve underserved communities may be eligible.
Draper Richards Kaplan Foundation
Cisco Systems Foundation Social Impact Grants in Montana
Nonprofit and NGO programs using technology for crisis response, education access, or economic empowerment in Montana and worldwide can apply for Global Impact Cash Grants, with awards up to US $100,000. Grants from Cisco Systems Foundation help organizations serving mostly economically underserved communities, including those whose music or arts initiatives support education, skills, or economic opportunity.
Cisco Systems Foundation
State Farm 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 auto and home safety, disaster preparedness, affordable housing, job training, financial literacy, and K–12 and higher education, which may include music-related programming in schools or communities.
State Farm Companies Foundation
Montana Music Funding via Hearst Foundation
Nonprofit cultural institutions in Montana offering arts, music, opera, symphony, or museum programs can access funding through the William Randolph Hearst Foundation, which supports impactful culture initiatives across the U.S. Grants may support program, capital, and limited general or endowment needs, with a focus on youth engagement, artist development, arts education, and STEAM-related science programs. Awards are typically more than US $100,000.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
William Randolph Hearst Foundation Grants for Social Services
U.S.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofits with audited expenses over $2 million that provide direct social services can apply for William Randolph Hearst Foundation support for program, capital, or general operations; awards are More than US $100,000. Montana organizations working on poverty, housing, food access, or youth development may be eligible if they serve large constituencies nationwide.
William Randolph Hearst Foundation
Labcorp Charitable Foundation Grants for Montana Health
Montana nonprofits focused on health, education, or community services can receive funding for healthcare access, food pantries, STEM programs, and related initiatives. Labcorp Charitable Foundation provides U.S.-based 501(c)(3) organizations with support for health and welfare, education, and community projects, which may include music-related outreach if tied to these priorities.
Labcorp Charitable Foundation
Montana Youth Education Funding via Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
Nonprofits and social enterprises supporting education or youth success in Montana and across the U.S. can seek large-scale project or scaling support for programs serving urban low-income children and families. With a mission to expand opportunity, Michael & Susan Dell Foundation funds initiatives in education, health, and family economic stability in the U.S., India, and South Africa.
Michael & Susan Dell Foundation
La Roche Support for Global Music Programs
Nonprofit charities running music or other cultural, educational, social, or community projects in Montana and worldwide can seek philanthropic support for innovative, high-quality initiatives. With a mission to back sustainable humanitarian, science education, community, and arts efforts, La Roche provides accredited charities with donations for programs that may engage local Roche affiliates and employees.
La Roche, Inc.
Semnani Family Foundation Support for Health Programs
Montana nonprofits and other organizations focused on health, education, or humanitarian services can access funding through the Semnani Family Foundation for work benefiting marginalized communities. Programs addressing healthcare access, child and women’s health, disaster relief, human and social services, or related needs may be competitive, including initiatives that incorporate music within broader community or wellness efforts.
Semnani Family Foundation
Community Development Funding from Bank of America
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Montana seeking support for community-focused programs can apply for Bank of America Charitable Foundation’s sponsorship funding. Grants from Bank of America Charitable Foundation help Montana nonprofits working on basic needs, workforce development, community development, arts and culture, environment, or diversity and inclusion, including music-related cultural initiatives.
Bank Of America Charitable Foundation Inc
Montana Arts and Culture Funding via Hansen Family Foundation
Applications due Sep 11, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with budgets under $1 million and overhead below 25% can seek US $1,000 - US $10,000 to support arts and culture, education, children, or humanitarian work, including in Montana. With a mission to uphold life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness, Hansen Family Foundation considers U.S.-based groups serving communities locally or abroad.
Hansen Family Foundation
Jesse W Couch Foundation Grants for Storytelling
Applications due Sep 25, 2026
With a mission to support preservation, education, and wellness, Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation provides Montana 501(c)(3) nonprofits and aligned for-profits with funding to tell powerful stories about their impact. Organizations may be eligible if their work fits these pillars, including programs that incorporate music within broader community initiatives.
Jesse W Couch Charitable Foundation
Youth Programs Funding for BIPOC Nonprofits from Charlotte Martin Foundation
Applications due Oct 1, 2026
BIPOC-led nonprofit organizations in Montana and other Western states can receive funding for youth programs in athletics, culture, and education that serve ages 6–18. Charlotte Martin Foundation supports rural and BIPOC organizations offering STEAM learning, cultural expression, college access, and sports opportunities, including general operating support for qualifying youth initiatives.
Charlotte Y Martin Foundation
Robinson Foundation Community Grants in Montana
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with 3+ years of activity that serve communities in the Southern region may be eligible for Robinson Foundation support for programs such as education, youth and family services, poverty relief, or humanitarian aid. Montana music nonprofits whose work overlaps these priorities could seek single-year program funding, excluding capital projects.
Robinson Foundation
TJX Foundation Grants for Montana Youth Programs
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, at-risk youth enrichment, workforce readiness, and domestic violence safety programs. Grants from TJX Foundation help community organizations, including those with music-related youth programming, support 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 and human services programs through Lawrence Foundation grants. The foundation provides US $5,000 - US $10,000 for general operating or project needs, and Montana music organizations may be eligible if their work fits these funding priorities.
Lawrence Foundation
Community Program Grants for Nonprofits from Dreyfus Foundation
Applications due Nov 11, 2026
Nonprofit organizations in Montana and across the U.S. can seek US $1,000 - US $20,000 to support community-based programs, facilities, and services. Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation supports museums, cultural and performing arts, schools and hospitals, youth and senior services, disability programs, environmental and wildlife protection, and education and job-readiness initiatives that benefit local communities.
Max and Victoria Dreyfus Foundation
Community Vitality Grants for Nonprofits from Ameriprise
Applications due Jan 15, 2027
U.S. 501(c)(3) nonprofits working on basic needs, community development, or cultural enrichment can apply for community grants, including organizations in Montana. Ameriprise Financial provides funding for programs such as food access, shelters, workforce readiness, financial literacy, arts education, and arts access, with priority for sites engaging Ameriprise employee and advisor volunteers.
Ameriprise Financial
Rural Community Projects Funding from Red Ants Pants Foundation
Letter of inquiry due Feb 15, 2027
Nonprofits, businesses, and some individuals in Montana can seek funding for rural community projects, operating support, or capital improvements that advance leadership for women, family farms and ranches, and rural vitality. With a mission to enrich rural communities, Red Ants Pants Foundation supports efforts like community events, cultural programs, gathering spaces, and local leadership training.
Red Ants Pants Foundation
Montana Community Services Funding via O'Reilly Automotive Foundation
Applications due Apr 15, 2027
Nonprofit organizations in Montana addressing community needs like economic stability, workforce development, health, or disaster relief can access funding through the O'Reilly Automotive Foundation. U.S.-based 501(c)(3) charities serving local communities may request project, general operating, or capital support if they operate where O’Reilly Auto Parts has a business presence and meet nondiscrimination requirements.
O'Reilly Automotive Foundation Inc
Union Pacific Foundation Community Grants in Montana
Applications due Apr 30, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations with programs in safety, workforce development, community vitality, or environmental sustainability that primarily serve a Union Pacific community in Montana can apply for grants of US $5,000 - US $30,000. Grants from Union Pacific Foundation help eligible groups deliver direct services, build organizational capacity, and advance diversity, equity, and inclusion; music-related programming may be eligible when it fits these priorities.
Union Pacific Foundation
Montana Youth Services Funding via Chick Fil A Foundation
Applications due May 1, 2027
Nonprofit 501(c)(3) organizations in Montana serving youth and families can apply for Chick Fil A Foundation’s True Inspiration Awards, with grants of US $30,000 - US $350,000 for community, education, food security, and environmental programs. Music-focused nonprofits may be eligible if their work advances youth development, education, or community services.
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 seek national recognition and support for collaborative social-impact work through the Mutual of America Foundation’s Community Partnership Award. This U.S.-wide competition honors six nonprofits each year whose cross-sector partnerships measurably improve lives and model innovative approaches to significant social issues, which may include music-related programs.
Mutual Of America Foundation