The Montana Community Foundation (MCF), Montana’s statewide community foundation dedicated to helping communities flourish, is proud to announce the addition of six new members to its Board of Directors. These individuals represent communities and businesses across the state.

“I am thrilled to welcome our new board members into the MCF family,” said Mary Rutherford, MCF President & CEO. “Their diverse expertise, passion, and commitment to our mission will enrich our strategic direction and strengthen our impact within the communities we serve.”

The new members began their three-year terms on January 1, 2025. The new board members are:

• Curt Barnekoff (Havre, MT), Retired CPA
• Tracy Cosgrove (Helena, MT), Financial Director at the Archie Bray Foundation
• Dr. Jennifer Isern, CFA (Billings, MT), Founder & CEO of Catalyze Global Impact, LLC
• Tod Kasten (Circle, MT), Vice President of Stockman Bank in Richey, Glendive, and Wibaux, and Rancher
• Dr. Steffi Siegel (Bozeman/West Yellowstone, MT), Retired Psychotherapist
• Maria Valandra (Great Falls, MT), Vice President of Community Partnerships for Clearwater Credit Union