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Snowbird Fund is sponsored by Montana Community Foundation. The Snowbird Fund directly supports Native families in Montana as they conduct community searches for missing Indigenous people. While specifically focused on Montana and Native communities, it directly addresses missing persons outreach and public awareness.
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Montana Community Foundation | Snowbird Fund More pages in this section Assistance available to support community searches. Ready to apply? You will need to enter the access code snowbird when completing the application.
The Snowbird Fund directly supports Native families in Montana conducting community searches in urban, rural and reservation areas by providing direct assistance to individuals leading the search for their missing loved ones. Individuals may be eligible to receive up to $1,000 to support a thorough community search.
While funding is not guaranteed, examples of potential uses are: Gas money, meals, and hotel stays as they search across the state Tools, like metal detectors and drones Conducting a targeted awareness campaign Hosting a community vigil for active searches For funding needs greater than $1,000, please email Thad or call (406) 443-8313 with details about the amount and need. Assistance is available year-round.
After approval of the application, it could take up 5 business days before you receive your funds. Applicants can reapply for a Snowbird Fund grant after 6 months from the initial/prior request. General Application Guidelines Complete the application online using the MCF portal.
Individuals actively leading a search for a missing loved one in Montana are eligible to apply. Applicants must submit a W-9 Form or provide their legal name, mailing address, and social security number. This is strictly for MCF's audit compliance and will be kept confidential.
Applicants must provide a copy of the Missing Persons Report and/or a link to the Missing Persons Clearinghouse page. Decisions and payments for approved requests will be made within 1-2 weeks of receiving the request. The Missing and Murdered Indigenous People (MMIP) epidemic, which has been a problem for decades, continues to spread across Native communities, including those in Montana.
The Snowbird Fund was established at MCF by Montana businesswoman, Whitney Williams, as an effective and tangible way to support Native communities in Montana and families searching for their missing loved ones. Interested in donating to the fund? You can donate online or mail checks to PO Box 1145, Helena, MT 59624.
Please mark FBO Snowbird Fund. For media inquiries, email Rebecca Connors at rebecca@mtcf. org .
For additional help, questions or comments, contact Thad Houdeshell , Grants & Scholarships Administrator.
Based on current listing details, eligibility includes: Individuals actively leading a search for a missing loved one in Montana are eligible. Must submit a Missing Persons Report and/or link to the Missing Persons Clearinghouse page. Applicants should confirm final requirements in the official notice before submission.
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