Funding Amount

$15,000 (1 award), $1,000 (2 runner-up awards)

Deadline

August 30, 2026

144 days left

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Women's Giving Circle Grants

Primary Award: $15,000

Runner-up Awards: $1,000 each (2 awards)

Total Funding Available: $17,000 annually

Geographic Scope: Missoula County nonprofits

Program Overview

The Women's Giving Circle of Missoula County, a program of the Missoula Community Foundation, offers grants each year. The grant focus for each year is chosen by Circle membership, allowing the membership to stay current with community needs and respond to emergent situations.

2025 Focus Area: Civic Engagement & Community Advocacy

Since inception in 2018: The WGC has granted $98,000 to the community

Eligibility Requirements

  • Status: 501(c)(3) or fiscally sponsored organization
  • Geographic Scope: Primarily serve Missoula County
  • Previous Funding: Have not received WGC funding in the past two years

Grant Schedule

  • July 15: Application Opens
  • August 30: Application Closes
  • September 30: Finalists Announced
  • November 15: Grant Award Announced

Contact Information

Phone: +1(406)926-2846

Email: [email protected]

Address: PO Box 8806, Missoula, MT 59807

Physical Address: 508 E. Broadway, Missoula, MT 59802

WGC Mission & Values

Mission: Inspiring collaborative giving to strengthen our community

Vision: A community where all gifts have value, all members have voices, and all Missoula County benefits

Values:

  • Community: Belief that a community working together can achieve great things

  • Equity: Promotion of equity through collaboration, consensus-building, and creating an inclusive environment

  • Opportunity: Supporting projects and organizations that empower people
  • How to Apply

    Application Process

    1. Application Opens: July 15th
    2. Submit Organization Information: Verify 501(c)(3) status or fiscal sponsorship
    3. Complete Grant Proposal: Describe project aligned with annual grant focus
    4. Submit Supporting Documents: As required by application portal
    5. Deadline: August 30th
    6. Selection Process: Finalists announced September 30th; membership votes in November

    Events During Grant Cycle

    The WGC hosts three member gatherings during the grant cycle:

    1. Summer Social (June): New grant focus discussion and previous year's grant recipient presentation
    2. Educational Panel Discussion (Late Summer): Learn more about chosen grant focus
    3. Finalist Presentation (Fall): Three finalists present their work and impact before final member vote

    These events are open to prospective members and the public.

    Application Status: Currently CLOSED - Opens July 15th annually

    Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    nonprofitswomen

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