AI Summary
A Better Big Sky is a 501(c) grantmaking organization that focuses on relationship-based funding, providing a total of $7 million in grants to 19 grantees in 2024. This funder does not accept unsolicited proposals, and engagement is strictly by invitation only. Nonprofits interested in connecting with A Better Big Sky can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
A BETTER BIG SKY WORKS TO INFORM AND ENGAGE MONTANANS ON ISSUES RELATED TO PUBLIC EDUCATION, PUBLIC LANDS ACCESS, VOTING RIGHTS, THE ENVIRONMENT, SUSTANABLE ENERGY, WOMEN'S HEALTH, TRIBAL SOVEREIGNTY, ACCESS TO COURTS, ECONOMIC JUSTICE, AND HUMAN RIGHTS, PRIMARILY THROUGH THE FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS.
Cause Areas
7
Education
Environment
Health
Human rights
Courts
Economic justice
Community and economic development
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
BIG SKY FIFTY FIVE PLUS
Helena, MT
$1.6M
16%
Western Organization of Resource Councils
Billings, MT
$1.1M
11%
Western Native Voice Inc
Billings, MT
$650K
6%
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Total No. of Grants
15
Median 1st year grant
$80.6K
Median 2nd year grant
$72.5K
Top 3 Grants
Matched grants only
Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to A BETTER BIG SKY?
No. A BETTER BIG SKY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does A BETTER BIG SKY give?
A BETTER BIG SKY primarily gives to organizations located in Montana, District Of Columbia, and New York. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are A BETTER BIG SKY’s grants?
The largest share of grants from A BETTER BIG SKY fall in the $100 thousand to $250 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $81 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does A BETTER BIG SKY make each year?
In 2024, A BETTER BIG SKY awarded about 20 grants, totaling nearly $7 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did A BETTER BIG SKY fund recently?
In 2024, A BETTER BIG SKY awarded grants to about 20 grantees. Recent grantees include BIG SKY FIFTY FIVE PLUS, Western Organization of Resource Councils, and Western Native Voice Inc. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to A BETTER BIG SKY?
A BETTER BIG SKY does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.