Yellowstone Club Community Foundation

05/13/2026

What makes Big Sky special isn’t just the place — it’s the people, partnerships, and shared commitment to community.

We’re grateful to work alongside so many organizations, leaders, businesses, nonprofits, and neighbors who continue showing up to solve challenges together and invest in the future of Big Sky. Collaboration truly is the magic behind this community. 🤝

Thank you to all of our partners helping make Big Sky stronger every day.

A small group of legislators invited to Big Sky? Sounds like the making of an expensive junket.

05/08/2026

✨ Our 2025 Impact Report is here! ✨
As we close a five‑year strategic chapter, we’re celebrating the incredible work happening across our communities—made possible by the vision, leadership, and partnership of our grantee and community partners.
This report reflects what we’ve built together and looks ahead with gratitude and excitement for stronger partnerships, informed investments, and bold goals still to come.

https://tinyurl.com/2025YCCFImpactReport

04/10/2026

The Yellowstone Club Community Foundation fosters opportunities for local youth by awarding scholarships that support learning and service experiences, as well as post high school training and education. The Foundation and Big Sky Thrift partnered with Friends of Big Sky Education (FOBSE) to award 7 scholarships to Lone Peak High School kids this month. In addition, it is our pleasure to share this year's Big Bald Dave Adventure Scholarship and Corey C Griffin Scholarship recipients.

ARCC Programs

02/02/2026

🌟YCCF is excited to support local high school students with two scholarship opportunities! The Corey C. Griffin Scholarship and Big Bald Dave Scholarship are now open for applications through March 15th. Head to our website for eligibility and how to apply, link in bio!

01/26/2026

🌟Partner Spotlight: Bridger Ski Foundation

In 2026, as BSF celebrates 90 years, they are also building something they’ve never had before–a home of their own. The new base headquarters will be more than a building–it’s a community hub where kids find a home, families connect, and Montana’s ski culture thrives for generations to come. BSF invites the community to pitch in and Build the Base.❄

Visit https://www.bridgerskifoundation.org/about/thebase to learn more.

01/23/2026

❄We had such an incredible time at Beehive Brewery on Monday with ! It was truly inspiring to see everyone come together to support such an important cause. Huge thanks to Beehive for hosting and to for sharing avalanche safety info.

❗Don’t miss the next Darren Johnson Memorial Foundation event at the Rialto in Bozeman on February 15th! For more details head to https://www.yellowstoneclubfoundation.org/darren-johnson-fund.

01/22/2026

🌟If you live AND/OR work in Big Sky, take this mental health survey to share information about local needs and inform future solutions. Your response can help make Big Sky:

- A place where every person—resident, worker, visitor—feels supported and connected
- A safe, inclusive, culturally responsive place for all
- A place where care is accessible for all

Take the survey here: www.prcsurvey.com/begin/BigSky2026

If you take the survey, you can be entered to win a $500 Conoco gift card. Please share with at least one friend who lives and works in Big Sky!

01/16/2026

Yesterday we kicked off the first Ambassador Program meeting of the new year! Thank you to for joining us, sharing your story, and giving us insight into all the amazing work you do. We are incredibly grateful for your commitment to helping ski patrollers advance their avalanche education!❄🎿

‼️Support the fund by stopping by Beehive Brewing on Monday, January 19th, for raffles, swag, and a good time!

12/31/2025

🎉 Happy New Year’s Eve! 🎉

Today we’re celebrating the start of a new year and honoring a very special YCCF Ambassador, Michelle Nierling! Michelle’s dedication for volunteer work lights up our community. Thank you for all the joy you bring and the difference you make!

12/22/2025

⭐Partner Spotlight: Lighthouse Ranch

Lighthouse Ranch is a short-term nonprofit created to bring a critical vision to life: creating Gallatin County’s first trauma-informed residential program for youth in behavioral health crisis. Our job is to get the project off the ground – through strong communications, fundraising, and community engagement - working closely with HRDC and Yellowstone Boys and Girls Ranch (YBGR). Lighthouse Ranch exists to connect resources, inspire investment, and build community support for this transformative project, so local youth and families can get the care they need close to home.💜

To learn more visit https//:www.lighthouseranch.org