Community Investment Program
Community Investment Program supports Eastern Montana communities with innovative local projects that improve quality of life, address emerging needs, and advance economic and community development.
Funder: Montana Community Foundation
Due Dates: November 1, 2026 (Fall application) | May 1, 2027 (Spring application)
Funding Amounts: Up to $50,000 per grant; performance period not to exceed one year
Summary: Supports innovative projects that improve quality of life and strengthen communities in Rosebud, Custer, and Fallon counties and the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation.
Key Information: Applicants outside the target counties may apply, but projects must benefit communities in the service area.
Description
The Community Investment Program (CIP) was established at Montana Community Foundation by Grid United to support Eastern Montana communities where the North Plains Connector transmission line will be located. The program serves Rosebud, Custer, and Fallon counties and the Northern Cheyenne Indian Reservation, funding innovative projects that enhance quality of life and strengthen communities.
CIP emphasizes broad community benefits, creative responses to local issues, and innovative economic and community development. Projects should leverage other support, encourage community participation, and respond to changing or emerging needs. Supported work has included education, public safety, healthcare, arts programming, historic preservation, recreation, and community facility improvements.
