Indigenous Student Rapid Assistance Fund
The Indigenous Student Rapid Assistance Fund provides fast, one-time emergency grants for Indigenous students at Montana colleges facing urgent financial hardships that threaten their education.
Funder: Montana Community Foundation
Due Dates: Rolling (applications accepted year-round; next cycle opens Fall 2026)
Funding Amounts: Typically $250–$1,000 per request; all requests considered; one-time, emergency assistance.
Summary: Emergency financial support for Indigenous students in Montana postsecondary institutions facing urgent hardships.
Key Information: Spring 2026 cycle is closed; next funding opportunity expected Fall 2026.
Description
The Indigenous Student Rapid Assistance Fund provides rapid response, one-time emergency grants to Indigenous students enrolled at accredited postsecondary institutions in Montana. The fund is designed to alleviate immediate financial hardships that may otherwise disrupt or halt a student’s educational progress. Eligible expenses include emergency food, travel, housing, healthcare, childcare, educational technology, and other urgent educational costs. This program is distinct from traditional scholarships and prioritizes fast, flexible support for students in crisis.
