Cut Bank Community Foundation

06/04/2026

Wow! What an amazing bunch of grant applications we received this time around. We received requests for more than we have funds for. Don't worry, though, we are in the process of reviewing them and contacting other local foundations to help make sure these projects are fully funded! Stay tuned!!

05/13/2026

Strive for 5 is a great program to help build the Cut Bank Community Foundation's permanent endowment and establish other "grantable" funds for community projects.

At the Montana Community Foundation, we believe the future of our communities is built by the people who care deeply about them.

Through our Strive for 5 initiative, we invite Montanans to consider a simple but powerful idea: leaving just 5% of their estate to the places and causes that shaped their lives. You don’t need to be a millionaire to make a lasting impact—small, intentional gifts can help ensure our parks, schools, libraries, and local programs continue to thrive for generations.

With an estimated $37 billion expected to transfer between generations in Montana by 2030, even a modest commitment could result in billions invested back into our communities—supporting nonprofits, education, and local initiatives year after year.

This is about more than giving. It’s about legacy, stewardship, and keeping Montana strong for the future.

Learn how you can be part of this movement and make a lasting difference.

05/03/2026

Calling all non-profit civic and community organizations! It's grant time again!! The Cut Bank Community Foundation is awarding $8,000 in grants for local projects! Application deadline is May 31. If you would like an application emailed to you, please message us.

Helping you shape Montana's future through giving.

04/22/2026

This is such a great program! If you can help, please consider a donation of any amount to help organizers sustain the program through the end of the school year.

Cut Bank's KidPack Program has been providing weekend meals to students in the Cut Bank School District for years. The KidPack Program, in conjunction with the Cut Bank Harvest Food Pantry, provides weekend meals for 32-38 children (15-17 families) a week who are affected by food scarcity. Many Cut....

04/16/2026

Here is the agenda for the Community Builders Summit in Cut Bank on April 21. Just click on the flyer! And remember to register using your CBS15 discount count!

Event Description: April 21, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM Join Montana Nonprofit Association, Montana Community Foundation, and MSU-Extension Community Vitality for an engaging and interactive day of connecting and learning […]

04/16/2026

UPDATE: The Community Builder Summit organizers are now offering a discount to attend! Cut Bank folks can get a $15 discount to attend. Just use CBS15 the registering!

If you have not signed up for this, it's NOT too late! BREAKFAST and LUNCH will be provided by Arkaidy's Fresh Kitchen in Cut Bank!
The Community Builder Summit is coming to Cut Bank on April 21st from 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM — and you won't want to miss it!
For just $35 (breakfast & lunch included!), you'll spend the day learning, connecting, and collaborating with others who are passionate about making good things happen in their communities.

Sign up today at www.mtnonprofit.org/learning

Or call us at 406-449-3717**
See you there!

04/07/2026

Cut Bank Community Foundation's Jim Woodring was invited to take part in this podcast and share the journey and mission of the CBCF as it continues to build its permanent endowment and contribute to community projects.

Montana Community Foundation is proud to be part of the conversations shaping the future of our state.

Recently, Jim Bennett and Heather Ohs joined MCF partners Jim Woodring of the Cutbank Community Foundation and Kendra Owens of the Eagle Family Fund in West Yellowstone. Together, they shared insights on how collaborative philanthropy is building stronger communities across Montana. They were also joined by Ariel Overstreet of Bluebird Law in Billings, who spoke about the important role estate planning plays in creating a lasting legacy.

Many people want to make a meaningful impact but aren’t sure where to begin. At MCF, we work alongside trusted professional advisors in tax and estate planning to help individuals and families turn their values into lasting community investments. By pooling resources, identifying critical needs, and supporting effective organizations, we help ensure that generosity today creates opportunity for generations to come.

Learn more about how we’re building Montana’s future by listening to the full conversation:
https://voicesofmontana.com/podcast/building-montanas-future-through-philanthropy-and-community/

03/23/2026

Come join us on April 21. Local and area non-profits are invited to attend this one-day summit to learn from the experts and enjoy meeting and networking with other non-profits.

Event Description: April 21, 9:00 AM – 3:30 PM Join Montana Nonprofit Association, Montana Community Foundation, and MSU-Extension Community Vitality for an engaging and interactive day of connecting and learning […]

03/16/2026

We are teaming up with these folks to sponsor this summit. What a great opportunity for local and area folks! Register now!!

02/26/2026

Supporting the Cut Bank Community Foundation Permanent Endowment is one of the most meaningful ways to invest in the future of our hometown.
T
he Cut Bank Community Foundation Permanent Endowment is designed to last forever — your gift is invested, and the earnings are used year after year to support local projects and and community improvements in Cut Bank. That means your contribution today continues giving back for generations to come.

When you give to the Permanent Endowment, you’re not just donating — you’re building a legacy of opportunity, stability, and hometown pride.

Join us in growing something that will benefit Cut Bank forever.

💻 Donate online: https://mtcf.org/local-cfs/cut-bank-community-foundation
📬 Mail a check: PO Box 111, Cut Bank, MT 59427
Thank you for investing in the future of our community.

Montana isn't just where we live. It's our home. Partner with us to realize your vision for Montana's future while preserving the best of its past.