Montrose Area Foundation Grant

South Dakota Community Foundation
As a statewide community foundation, we work with donors, nonprofits and community leaders to strengthen philanthropy in South Dakota every day.
Grants
The South Dakota Community Foundation offers an array of grants to help state nonprofits realize their dreams and continue investing in their communities.
The Montrose Area Foundation was established in 2008 to provide financial support to charitable and nonprofit purposes in the Montrose area at the recommendation of a local Board of Directors.
Qualification
Ideal project would involve enhancement of the Montrose community or area. Grant applications for individual financial assistance are not eligible. Purpose of the project should fulfill a community/area need and preferably involve tangible, measurable items, or projects.
Seed Grants
Applications requesting start-up money are encouraged to supply feasibility numbers indicating the need for the project.
Volunteerism
Projects involving significant and continuous community volunteer support will be favorably considered.
Discrimination
Applications from agencies offering services exclusively to one gender, age group, or race will be closely scrutinized for discriminatory practices.
Challenge or Matching Grants
The Montrose Area Foundation encourages, but does not require, matching funds from grant applicants. For some projects, funding may be contingent upon acquisition of the required matching money.

Ineligibility

No funds will be awarded to subsidize operating expenses for governmental entities