How much funding does Spanish Peaks Community Foundation General Grants provide?

Funding amounts vary. Check the grant details for specifics.

When is the deadline for Spanish Peaks Community Foundation General Grants?

The deadline is October 1, 2026.

Spanish Peaks Community Foundation General Grants

SPANISH PEAKS COMMUNITY FOUNDATION

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Funding Amount

Varies

Deadline

October 1, 2026

177 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Spanish Peaks Community Foundation General Grants

Geographic Scope: Big Sky, Montana and surrounding area

Mission: The Spanish Peaks Community Foundation strategically directs contributions to meet the needs and support the quality of life of those living and working in the Big Sky community.

Funding Focus Areas:

Community Services: Support wellbeing, stability, and resilience

Education & Youth: Expand access to high-quality learning and enrichment opportunities

Conservation & Recreation: Protect natural resources and enhance healthy, year-round experiences

Arts & Culture: Foster connection, creativity, and vibrancy

Recent Grant Activity:

2025: $1,403,220 awarded in 49 grants to 31 nonprofits (record year)

2024: $1,046,959 awarded in 43 grants (average $20,211)

2023: $756,762 awarded in 43 grants (average $17,444)

2022: $585,290 awarded in 42 grants (average $14,495)

Total awarded since 2014: $5.4 million

Eligibility:

By invitation only

Organizations that have received SPCF funding in the last two cycles and submitted all required reports are automatically invited

Organizations new to SPCF or that applied but did not receive funding in the past 12 months must schedule a meeting with the Executive Director before being considered for a grant invitation

Application Deadlines:

Spring: April 1st

Fall: October 1st

Applications open for a one-month period

Preferences: Organizations and projects that deliver direct community services, educational support, affordable access to outdoor resources and recreation, and cultural opportunities that enrich the Big Sky community

Contact Information:

Spanish Peaks Community Foundation

PO Box 161303

Big Sky, MT 59716

Phone: 406.999.0040

Executive Director: Hannah Waterbury

Email: hannah@spanishpeaksfoundation.org

Tax ID: 37-1729310 (501c3)