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Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund
The Otto Bremer Trust was founded in 1944. Since then, it has granted over $1 billion to help further Otto Bremer’s mission in communities across the region.
Responsive Grantmaking
Addressing challenges and opportunities within Montana in partnership with Otto Bremer Trust.
As a trusted partner to the Otto Bremer Trust, Montana Community Foundation will grant out $1.5 Million to Montana organizations from the Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive fund. Please find the 2025 grant guidelines and funding focus areas below.
Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund Grantees
2025 Program Eligibility
In 2024, the Montana Community Foundation partnered with the Otto Bremer Trust for the first time to provide grants across four funding priority areas in Montana. For 2025 the program has updated eligibility requirements and funding criteria. If you are interested in applying, it is essential to carefully review the revised guidelines to ensure you meet the new qualifications.
2025 Community Responsive Fund Funding Priorities
- Literacy. Organization and programs advancing literacy.
- Adoption and foster care services. Organizations and programs that support adoption and foster care.
- Children's Health. Organizations and programs that provide health-related access and services for children.
- Mental health. Organizations and programs that support access to and delivery of mental health services, with preference given to work that addresses the needs of children aged 5-15.
- Capital projects for hospitals and clinics. Activities supporting the maintenance of hospitals, construction of facilities, and purchase of medical equipment.
2025 Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund Grant Guidelines
Application Process
- Applications will open on April 1, 2025, and close on May 15, 2025.
- All applications will be reviewed by an advisory committee made up of experts in each field.
- The award announcement will be made in August, and funding will be available in early September.
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For additional help, questions or comments, contact Elisa Fiaschetti, Impact Programs Director.
2024 Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund Grantees
Meet our 2024 Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund grantees! These organizations are making a lasting impact across Montana, addressing critical needs and creating opportunities in their communities. Explore their work and the difference they’re making.