CHS Foundation Grants for Montana Ag Education
With a mission to strengthen agricultural education, CHS Foundation provides Montana programs with support for ag leadership, education, and career training projects. Eligible initiatives focus on high school students through young professionals and may include cooperative education that builds a diverse pipeline for agriculture and awareness of the ag cooperative business model.
CHS Foundation
AgWest Farm Credit Grants for Montana Communities
Nonprofit organizations improving rural community facilities, infrastructure, or equipment in Montana can access funding through AgWest Farm Credit; awards US $500 - US $2,500 for capital projects. Grants from AgWest Farm Credit help rural areas, and agricultural education facilities or programs that enhance community viability may be eligible within the broader Western region focus.
AgWest Farm Credit
Montana Wheat and Barley Committee Research Grant
Applications due Sep 30, 2026
The Montana Wheat and Barley Committee Research Grant supports innovative agricultural research aimed at enhancing wheat and barley quality and production. Funded projects may include varietal development, agronomic best practices, and pest management strategies. This grant offers multiple funding tiers to address critical ongoing research and innovative product development, with applications reviewed annually for the upcoming calendar year.
Montana Wheat and Barley Committee
Montana Department of Natural Resources Support for Pollinator Conservation
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Montana conservation districts seeking funding to improve pollinator habitat through education, community projects, and monitoring can apply for pollinator grants up to Up to US $15,000. Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation supports projects like community gardens, outreach events, and citizen science that provide public conservation benefits and engage local stakeholders, including underserved communities.
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
Montana Conservation Funding via Montana DNRC
Applications due Oct 15, 2026
Montana conservation districts can apply for Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation grants to plan and implement natural resource projects. Focused on conservation and resource stewardship, this state funding supports on-the-ground projects, education for youth and adults, innovative conservation practices, and district operations, which may benefit districts offering agricultural education programming. Awards are up to US $50,000.
Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
Invasive Weed Management Funding from Montana Department
Applications due Jan 7, 2027
Organizations in Montana working on noxious weed management, research, or education can apply for the Montana Department of Agriculture’s Noxious Weed Trust Fund grants, with awards up to US $75,000. Eligible projects include local cooperative weed treatments, scientific research, and education/development efforts that support the State Weed Management Plan and may complement agricultural education initiatives.
Montana Department of Agriculture
Montana State University Agriculture Grants in Montana
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Montana agriculture students pursuing degrees in Animal and Range Sciences and needing financial assistance can receive scholarship support for their education in Montana. Montana State University provides agricultural education students with varying awards through the A.B. Cobb III Memorial program, which supports academic study in agriculture, animal science, and range sciences at the university level.
Montana State University
Agricultural Economics Scholarships from Montana State University
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Students pursuing agricultural economics or related agriculture degrees in Montana can receive scholarship support for their education. Grants from Montana State University help Montana agricultural education students with merit-based awards that consider financial need and academic promise. Applicants must be enrolled in the Department of Agricultural Economics and Economics.
Montana State University
Rangeland Ecology Scholarships for Montana Students via Montana State University
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Montana undergraduates pursuing a senior-year degree in Natural Resources and Rangeland Ecology with at least a 3.0 GPA can apply for Montana State University's Ag Lenders Range School / Don Ryerson Scholarship. Awards vary and support students in agriculture, animal and range sciences, benefiting those focused on agricultural and environmental education in Montana.
Montana State University
Montana State University Grants for Montana Agricultural Economics
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Students in Montana pursuing agricultural economics or economics degrees at Montana State University can receive scholarship support for their studies. Montana State University supports agricultural education in Montana by offering the Agricultural Economics and Economics Memorial Scholarship, including awards such as the James Van Winkle Memorial Award and Carl Rostad Memorial Scholarship.
Montana State University
Montana State University Grants for Montana Agriculture Students
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Montana agriculture and related-field students pursuing degrees at Montana State University can access funding through the Agriculture Heritage Scholarship to support their higher education. This scholarship honors the state’s agricultural heritage, with preference for students in the College of Agriculture or College of Letters and Science who aim to strengthen rural communities and agricultural traditions.
Montana State University
Montana Environmental Design Funding via Montana State University
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Montana college students in third or fourth year of an Environmental Design degree who are active in AIAS and maintain at least a 2.75 GPA can receive scholarship support for their studies. The AIA Montana Endowed Scholarship from Montana State University may benefit those preparing for design careers connected to agricultural education or rural communities.
Montana State University
Montana Agricultural Education Funding via Montana State University
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Montana students in the College of Letters and Science who are pursuing higher education and maintaining a strong GPA can access funding through the AJ Brahmstadt Memorial Scholarship. Offered by Montana State University, it supports academic achievement in fields like economics and may benefit those interested in agricultural education-related studies.
Montana State University
College Success Funding for MSU Students via Montana State University
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Montana college students with financial need attending Montana State University can receive scholarship support to continue their education. The Akira Murakami Scholarship from Montana State University assists students across disciplines, including those in agricultural education and related fields, by reducing financial barriers and promoting persistence toward degree completion.
Montana State University
Montana State University Support for Agriculture Students
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Montana undergraduates studying land resources or environmental sciences at Montana State University can receive scholarship support for their junior or senior years. Montana State University provides higher education students with funding that recognizes academic performance in agriculture-related fields, with eligibility based on LRES enrollment and minimum GPA requirements.
Montana State University
Montana Nursing Education Funding via Montana State University
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
American Indian and Alaska Native nursing students in Montana can apply for Montana State University’s Alice Willman Cassidy Scholarship to support degrees through the Mark and Robyn Jones College of Nursing. Participants in the Caring for Our Own Program are prioritized, and others with financial need may be considered, including those interested in health aspects of agricultural communities.
Montana State University
Montana State University Support for Engineering Students
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Junior and higher-level chemical engineering students in Montana seeking scholarship support for higher education can benefit from the Allan J. McDonald Scholarship, which emphasizes ethics and community involvement. Montana State University supports future engineers whose academic work and service may intersect with agricultural or related engineering education in the state.
Montana State University
Montana Business Education Funding via Montana State University
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Undergraduate business students in Montana pursuing degrees in the Jake Jabs College of Business & Entrepreneurship can receive scholarship support through the Allen and Georgann Reel Business Scholarship. Montana State University gives preference to Montana high school graduates and children of MSU alumni, which may benefit students interested in agricultural business or related agricultural education pathways.
Montana State University
Allen and Georgann Reel HHD Scholarship
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
The Allen and Georgann Reel HHD Scholarship at Montana State University supports undergraduate students in Human Development, Food and Nutrition, or Early Childhood Education. Applicants must maintain a 2.5 GPA and enroll in an approved program. This scholarship empowers students in health-related fields to advance their education and prepare for impactful careers that benefit children, families, and communities, fostering a healthier society through dedicated service.
Montana State University
Montana State University Engineering Grants in Montana
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Montana students pursuing civil or environmental engineering degrees can receive scholarship support to advance their technical education and career preparation in Montana. Focused on engineering and environmental stewardship, Montana State University invites eligible residents to apply for the Allied Engineering Scholarship, which may benefit those interested in agricultural infrastructure or environmental aspects of agricultural education.
Montana State University
Montana State University Grants for Montana Film
Applications due Feb 1, 2027
Students in Montana pursuing film and photography degrees at Montana State University can receive support for tuition or related educational costs through this scholarship. The Andre Ellingson Film Scholarship from Montana State University aids financially needy sophomores and above in the School of Film and Photography who show strong creative potential, including those without top academic records.
Montana State University
AGR Alfalfa Research & Market Development Program
Applications due Feb 5, 2027
The Alfalfa Seed Research & Market Development Grant aims to enhance the alfalfa seed industry in Montana through innovative research and development. Established by the Montana Alfalfa Seed Committee, it supports efforts to improve cultivation practices and pest control measures for pollinators. Eligible applicants include public and private organizations, businesses, educational institutions, local governments, and individuals, all dedicated to advancing this vital agricultural sector.
Montana Department of Agriculture
CHS Foundation Grants for Montana Agricultural Education
Applications due Feb 15, 2027
With a mission to strengthen cooperative education, CHS Foundation provides Montana agricultural education programs with funding for projects that teach the ag cooperative business model through education, professional development, and hands-on experience. Eligible programs must reach middle school to college-age students or young producers and operate at a state or national level within the CHS trade area.
CHS Foundation
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 US $500 - US $5,000 for rural community projects, operations, or capital needs that enrich and promote rural communities. With a mission to strengthen rural leadership and working family farms, Red Ants Pants Foundation favors projects supporting women’s leadership, agriculture, and local quality of life, which may include agricultural education efforts.
Red Ants Pants Foundation
Environmental Conservation Funding from Cinnabar Foundation
Applications due Feb 20, 2027
Environmental and conservation-focused 501(c)(3) organizations serving Montana can apply for Cinnabar Foundation’s Program/Project Grants, awarding US $2,500 - US $15,000 for specific projects, programs, or campaigns. Groups whose conservation work intersects with agriculture, land stewardship, or rural communities may be eligible for initiatives that also advance agricultural education or sustainable agricultural practices.
Cinnabar Foundation
Browning Kimball Foundation Support for Montana Agriculture
Letter of inquiry due Mar 1, 2027
Montana 501(c)(3) organizations working in sustainable agriculture, youth, families, or related education can seek funding to enhance community quality of life. Grants from Browning Kimball Foundation help Montana agricultural education and community programs, with preference for Central Montana and initiatives supporting youth, families, and sustainable agriculture across environment, health, and human services.
Browning Kimball Foundation
High Stakes Foundation Support for Montana Sustainability
Letter of inquiry due Mar 1, 2027
Montana 501(c)(3) organizations working on local food systems, civic engagement, conservation, climate, or sustainable economic development can seek general operating support through the High Stakes Foundation. Focused on transformational, community-based change, the foundation invites mission-aligned nonprofits, including those advancing sustainable agriculture and food security education, to submit a letter of inquiry before a full proposal.
High Stakes Foundation