Women's Giving Circle Grants
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:
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
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