Worker Support Grant
The Worker Support Grant from Montana Community Foundation provides direct financial aid to workers laid off from the Colstrip Power Plant, Rosebud Mine, or Rosebud Operating Service.
Funder: Montana Community Foundation
Due Dates: September 30, 2026 | December 31, 2026 | March 31, 2027 | June 30, 2027
Funding Amounts: One-time payment per eligible worker; annual award amount set by committee; no use restrictions.
Summary: Provides immediate financial support to workers laid off due to closures at the Colstrip Power Plant, Rosebud Mine, or Rosebud Operating Service.
Key Information: Application required within 3 months of layoff date; eligibility limited to direct employees only.
Description
The Worker Support Grant, administered by the Montana Community Foundation, offers direct financial assistance to workers who have lost their jobs as a result of recent unit closures at the Colstrip Power Plant, Rosebud Mine, or Rosebud Operating Service (ROSI). This grant is designed to help eligible employees manage the sudden challenges of unemployment and transition, with a focus on supporting the local workforce affected by these economic changes. The program is part of the broader Colstrip Impacts Foundation initiative, which supports both individuals and the community at large.
