Greater Polson Community Foundation

08/27/2026

GPCF Impact Grant Funding deadline nears



The 2026 GPCF Impact grant application deadline is Thursday, Oct. 1st. Grant applications will be accepted from non-profit organizations with a 501c (3) status in the Greater Polson area. Grants from the Greater Polson Community Foundation make a significant difference. Nearly 2 million dollars has been contributed to meet needs in our community since grants were first awarded in 2009. Grants are funded annually by the earning’s from the foundation’s growing permanent endowment and other available GPCF funds. Past grant awards have supported a variety of youth and community projects. The Committee is looking for how well the prospective project matches the mission and values of the GPCF as well as addressing critical needs that impact and strengthen our community. As you prepare your application, think about how your project can enhance and improve the lives of the people who live here. GPCF will accept complete applications from now until Thursday, Oct. 1st at 5 p.m. The complete 2026 Grant Application and process is available to download online at www.greaterpolsoncommunityfoundation.org where you will also find a list of previous GPCF grant recipients. If you have questions regarding the application process or need a hardcopy, please contact Jennifer at the GPCF office at (406) 883-4723.

08/25/2026

Polson in Bloom Contest Winners

The Greater Polson Community Foundation Beautification Committee has announced the winners of the 2026 Polson in Bloom Contest, recognizing some of Polson’s most beautiful and inviting gardens and landscapes.

The annual contest celebrates the pride residents and local businesses take in creating colorful well-cared for spaces that enhance the beauty of our community.

Best Bloomin’ Residences
This year’s residential winners are:
First Place: Bob and Carol Woody
Second Place: Cindy and Frank Jobe
Third Place: Marshell Fox

Best Bloomin’ Business
The Beautification Committee also recognized local businesses whose landscaping and gardens add beauty and charm to Polson.
• First Place: Hair Etc…
• Second Place: Cotter Law
• Third Place: Pure West

Judges’ Special Recognition was awarded to Duckworth Law for its notable contribution to the beauty of the community.

The beautification Committee judges were impressed by the many beautiful gardens throughout Polson and by the time, effort and care residents and businesses put into maintaining their properties.

A special thank-you goes to everyone who has a wonderful yard, garden or landscaped area that help make Polson such and beautiful and inviting place to live and visit Your efforts, whether recognized in the contest or not, make a difference and contribute to the character and charm of our community.

Congratulations to all the 2026 Polson in Bloom winners and thank you to everyone who helps Polson bloom!

08/13/2026

Our Impact Grants support our community from infants to our seniors... is your organization looking for grant funding that impacts the greater Polson community? If so check out our website and download the 2026 grant application Greater Polson Community Foundation greaterpolsoncommunityfoundation.org

💚 Thank You, Greater Polson Community Foundation!

We are incredibly grateful to the Greater Polson Community Foundation for their generous Impact Grant, which helped us acquire Blaise Transit dispatch software for our transportation program.

This investment has already made a meaningful difference in how we serve our community. With Blaise Transit, we’ve been able to provide more efficient scheduling, accommodate same-day rides, and increase our average from 40–45 rides per day to 50–55 rides per day! 🚐

Passengers also now benefit from ride confirmations and transit updates, along with a mobile app for booking rides, making transportation easier and more accessible.

Most importantly, we have been able to help 200 unique individuals with transportation for:

🩺 Medical appointments
🛒 Essential errands
🥕 Access to food and groceries
🤝 Other important transportation needs

Reliable transportation connects people to the services and resources they need to live healthy, independent lives. Thanks to the Greater Polson Community Foundation, we can serve more of our neighbors — more efficiently, effectively, and responsively.

Thank you for investing in transportation and making a lasting impact in our community! 💚🚐

08/13/2026

Always such a lady with a beautiful smile, Billie will be missed.

View Billie Price Mercer's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

08/09/2026

The GPCF would like to thank the Hardy's and the Cunningham's for donating this wine education dinner for 8. This 5 course dinner will be prepared by Angela Hardy and expertly paired with exquisite wines from a private cellar with stunning views of Flathead Lake. Joe & Dianne and friends are in for a real treat.

08/03/2026

Thank you to the talented Tim Beebe for the marvelously hand-crafted cutting boards he generously donated for our Passion for Polson auction, these boards paired famously with gift certificates from Montana Marbled Meat. Check out Montana Marbled Meats for the finest cuts around.

07/31/2026

Thank you to Peggy Seifert and family for donating this special Polson edition Wi******er to the GPCF for the Passion for Polson event. The bidding wars were intense on this hot ticket item.

07/30/2026

We would like to extend our thanks to Alpine Design for donating the "Bouquet of the Month Club" to our Passion for Polson event. Your generosity keeps our community in bloom. Cindy Kelly and family will enjoy her winnings for months to come. Take time to stop and smell the flowers at Alpine Design in Polson.

07/15/2026

Not to be outdone by the GPCF Bobcat Fans, those Good Old GPCF Grizzly Fans come in with an absolute Griz Homecoming package for the upcoming Passion for Polson live auction. Bring your bidding spirit and your wallet!! Up with Montana Boys ~ Down with the Foe!

07/13/2026

Passion for Polson tickets sold out!!