[Montana Healthcare Foundation](https://mthf.org)

March 2026 (Full application deadline, projected)

$10,000–$50,000 for 1-year projects; up to $100,000 for 2-year projects

Supports Montana-based organizations in developing innovative, sustainable solutions to critical health challenges through new, community-focused projects.

--- ## Description This annual grant opportunity enables Montana-based organizations to design and pilot innovative solutions to pressing health challenges within the state. The program emphasizes new, locally-driven approaches that address unmet health needs, promote sustainability, and foster strong community partnerships. Projects should focus on at-risk populations and demonstrate cultural appropriateness, feasibility, and the potential for replication across Montana. Maintenance or expansion of existing programs is not supported; the initiative seeks genuinely new solutions that can improve health outcomes and reduce disparities, particularly in rural and frontier communities, and among American Indian populations (with required tribal collaboration). --- ## Due Dates - March 2026 (anticipated full application deadline) *All dates are projected based on the annual cycle; check the program page for updates.* --- ## Funding Amount - Grants range from $10,000 to $50,000 for one-year (12-month) projects. - Up to $100,000 is available for two-year (24-month) implementation projects. - Planning phase projects: up to $50,000. - Implementation projects (with strong business and sustainability plans): up to $100,000. - Each organization may submit up to three different applications per year. --- ## Eligibility - Applicants must be Montana-based organizations, defined as organized, incorporated, and having offices in Montana. - Eligible entities: - Tax-exempt organizations under Section 501(c)(3) (excluding private foundations and certain supporting organizations). - Tax-exempt educational institutions. - State, tribal, or local government agencies. - Projects must serve Montana communities; funding is restricted to the Montana-based entity. - Consultants may be funded as part of the project, even if they are not themselves eligible organizations. - Not eligible: individuals, capital campaigns, operating deficits, most construction/real estate/endowment projects, fundraising events, discriminatory organizations, lobbying or political activities, large equipment purchases, medical research lacking direct benefit to Montanans, and redistribution of funds via sub-grants. - Funds may not supplant government funding of existing programs. --- ## Application Process - One-step application process. - Review program guidelines and selection criteria in detail before applying. - Applications are evaluated holistically, with preference for projects demonstrating: - Importance and unmet need. - Sustainability beyond grant term. - Strong partnerships and stakeholder engagement. - Focus on high-need or at-risk populations. - Culturally appropriate, Montana-specific design. - Feasibility and potential for replication. - Collaboration with tribal leadership for projects serving American Indian populations. - Application materials, FAQs, and previous project examples are available on the program website. - Applicants are encouraged to review the [Grant FAQ](https://mthcf.org/grants/grant-faq/) and [guidelines on supplanting](https://mthf.org/wp-content/uploads/Guidelines-on-Supplanting_2025-UPDATE.pdf). --- ## Additional Information - The program does not fund the maintenance or expansion of existing programs—only new solutions. - Preference may be given to projects from organizations based in and serving rural and frontier communities. - For detailed examples of previously funded projects, see the [grantee library](https://mthf.org/grants/search-grants-awarded/?_sft_grant_priorities=call-for-proposals). --- ## External Links - [Program Page](https://mthf.org/grants/call-for-proposals/) - [Grant FAQ](https://mthcf.org/grants/grant-faq/) - [Guidelines on Supplanting](https://mthf.org/wp-content/uploads/Guidelines-on-Supplanting_2025-UPDATE.pdf) - [Grantee Library](https://mthf.org/grants/search-grants-awarded/?_sft_grant_priorities=call-for-proposals) - [Contact Montana Healthcare Foundation](https://mthf.org/contact-us/) --- ## Contact Information | Contact | Details | |-------------------|---------------------------------------| | Email | [email protected] | | Phone | (406) 451-7060 | | Address | 777 East Main Street, Suite 201, Bozeman, Montana, 59715 | ---

2025 Call for Proposals - Montana Healthcare Foundation

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