2026 People Partner Grant - Montana 4-H Foundation

Grant Purpose: These grants provide incentives and financial support to groups and individuals for programs that enhance the quality of living for people in their communities.

Application Deadline: February 14
Each application is eligible for up to $500.

Eligibility
4-H groups and individual members may apply.  Grants are also open to non-4-H youth groups and individuals.  Applications should meet the following criteria:

• Youth should be involved in determining, planning, conducting, and evaluating the project.

• Project will make it possible for individuals involved to accomplish something educational and worthwhile that helps the target audience reach a higher quality of life.

• There is community support and acceptance of the project, as evidence by "partners" listed in the grant application, additional funding sources, and resource persons and agencies involved.

• The project has lasting benefits.

If grant funds are not used for program purpose, group agrees to return them by September 1 of the grant year.  Groups are also required to submit the evaluation form by September 1 of the grant year.

The Montana 4-H Foundation reserves the right to deny supportive funding for individuals or groups from counties or reservations that are not in good financial standing having paid member contributions, volunteer dues, certification background checks and training, fees associated with the oversight of funds (1% fees), registrations, or any other bills/invoices due to the Montana 4-H Foundation or the Montana 4-H Center for Youth Development. Denial will be determined on a case-by-case basis.