Montana Community Foundation Grant Programs
Eligibility
Montana nonprofits, schools, and community organizations. Programs serving Montana communities across the state are eligible. Education, arts, environment, and community programs are all supported depending on the specific fund.
Program Goals
Montana Community Foundation manages multiple grant funds and scholarship programs serving communities across the state. Education and youth programs — including STEM, technology, and career readiness — are funded through various MCF grant programs. The fall cycle opens October 15, 2026.
Read the GrantApplication and Distribution
Applications through the Montana Community Foundation online portal at mtcf.org. The fall grant cycle opens for applications around October 15, 2026. Monitor mtcf.org for cycle announcements and specific fund guidelines.
Cycle Notes
The fall cycle opens October 15, 2026. MCF operates multiple grant cycles throughout the year depending on the specific fund. Monitor mtcf.org for current opportunities.
Grant Award Amount
Award amounts vary by fund and program. MCF manages diverse grant funds with different award ranges. Check the specific fund guidelines for award information.
Allowable Purchases
Forward Education Products for This Grant
These kits align to the learning outcomes this program funds.
- Coding for Good Kit — an all-in-one coding, robotics, and AI literacy toolkit using micro:bit for real-world challenges
- Climate Action Kit — a beginner-friendly STEM kit combining micro:bit sensors to code solutions for climate change and sustainability
- Forward Education Learning Platform — curriculum-aligned STEM lessons, coding tutorials, career profiles, and PD courses
- Smart Solar Energy Kit — build and program a working solar panel to measure real-time power generation and explore renewable energy
Frequently Asked Questions
When does the Montana Community Foundation fall cycle open?
October 15, 2026. Monitor mtcf.org for exact dates and specific fund availability.
Does MCF fund K-12 school programs?
Yes — education and youth programs are among MCF's core funding areas. Check specific fund guidelines for K-12 eligibility.
Are there multiple grant cycles?
Yes — MCF manages multiple funds with different cycles. The fall cycle is a major opportunity; check mtcf.org for all available programs.
What types of programs does MCF fund?
Education, arts, environment, community development, and youth programs. STEM and technology education are eligible depending on the specific fund.
How can Forward Education help?
We provide program documentation and curriculum alignment for community foundation grant applications across Montana.
Need Help Writing Your Grant Application?
Forward Education works with schools and districts to build strong funding proposals.
- Curriculum alignment documents — Montana standards mapped to our kits
- Program quotes and pricing
- Letters of support
- Project ideas and scope-and-sequence
