Search Through Montana Grants for Nonprofits in the U.S.

A wide selection of funding sources is available to nonprofit organizations in Montana. Currently, there are over 100+ unique funding opportunities, 42 of which offer awards over $25,000. In total, nonprofits in Montana have access to $25,394,250 in funding with a median grant amount of $12,500. The majority of these opportunities are dedicated to supporting programs and projects, while 26 grants are specifically designed to cover general operating expenses.

Nonprofits in Montana have access to diverse funding sources, including corporate foundations, professional associations, and government-sponsored grants. Here’s a summary of the key places offering the most grant funding:

• Private funders: Private foundations offer a lot of funding opportunities for nonprofits in Montana. Currently, more than 67 private foundation grants are available, with a strong emphasis on environmental conservation and healthcare initiatives.
• State and Local Governments: Montana’s state and local governments provide funding for key initiatives, particularly in agricultural development, land conservation, and water resource management.
• Federal government: Federal grants contribute significantly to Montana’s nonprofit sector, with a primary focus on rural development and ensuring access to clean drinking water.

Whether you go after government grants or foundation grants depends on your grant readiness. Keep in mind that government grants often have large awards but equally large compliance requirements.

Strategic timing can improve your chances of winning a grant in Montana. Data shows that Q1 is the best time to submit applications, with 35.8% of grant deadlines falling during this quarter. Q2 and Q4 follow behind, accounting for 26.3% and 19.3% of grant deadlines, respectively. In contrast, Q3 is the slowest period, with only 18.6% of grants accepting applications. Be sure to take this data into account when preparing your annual grants strategy.