Community Grants - Partnership Grant

Partnership Grant

Support for projects, services, and capital requests with well-established partners. A direct relationship with the organization allows for a sustained funding partnership.

Geographic Scope: Greater Big Sky region, within Gallatin and Madison Counties where the Big Sky workforce resides

Funding Priorities:

• Livability: Affordable housing, childcare, food security, transportation
• Health & Wellness: Physical and behavioral health services, recreational opportunities, affordable care
• Environment: Protection of wildlife and natural resources
• Arts & Culture: Creative expression and cultural connection
• Education: Safe, accessible, high quality and diverse lifelong learning

Eligibility:

• 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organizations
• Tax-exempt educational institutions
• State, Tribal, or local government agencies
• Must serve communities in the greater Big Sky region
• By invitation only

Grant Cycles: Foundation is moving to one grant cycle annually hosted each fall beginning in 2026.

• Website: yellowstoneclubfoundation.org

Application Process

Submission Method: By invitation only

• Selected partner organizations receive direct invitation from Foundation
• Applicants create account with Submittable grant management software
• Applications submitted through online portal

Review Timeline:

• Invitations issued: Week of September 15
• Application portal open: September 22 – October 22
• Award decisions: December

Selection Criteria:
Generally favored proposals include:

• Ability to provide metrics on grant's impact
• Evidence of collaboration with other nonprofits
• Fiscal responsibility
• Matching funds for program sustainability
• Commitment to continuous improvement