The NCF is a public, non-profit charitable and educational organization, incorporated in the State of Montana and is registered with the federal government as a 501(c)3 organization. All donations are tax deductible. The foundation is affiliated with the Montana Community Foundation, a statewide charitable organization which pools the investments of more than 250 funds, including those of the Nye
Community Foundation, and ensures the maximum return on donations to the endowment fund. Since its inception, in 1999, the Nye Community Foundation has gifted over $360,000 to area schools, college scholarships, fire and rescue groups, and youth organizations. The money for these gifts comes from three main sources: donations, fund raising, and grants. Donations - Gifts of cash, stocks, and annuities. These used for grant requests and also put in our endowment fund managed by the Montana Community Foundation. Fund Raising - The only fund raising event is the ATV Raffle held during "Nye Goes Nuts" which is a community-wide event each year during July. Since 2000, "Nye Goes Nuts" has raised over $130,000. Grants - These come from an investment return on our Montana Community Foundation endowment fund, and monies from businesses and charitable institutions. The Nye Community Foundation welcomes questions regarding donations and grants, remember, all donations are tax deductible.