The Charles L. and Polly Anceney Gallatin Valley Fund is a conservation-focused grant opportunity administered by the Montana Community Foundation (MCF). This fund was established through a legacy trust created in 2001 by Charles (Chuck) L. Anceney, a Montana native with deep family roots in the region and a lifelong dedication to preserving the natural landscape of Gallatin Valley. The 2025 application window for this grant program opens on April 1 and closes on May 30.

The Anceney Gallatin Valley Fund supports projects that aim to protect and preserve the natural environment within the Gallatin Valley region of Montana. Priority is given to efforts that promote biodiversity, engage in habitat restoration, and contribute to sustainable resource management. The program emphasizes the importance of honoring the land's historical context, which includes its role as a traditional hunting and neutral ground for numerous Indigenous tribes, such as the Blackfeet, Sioux, Crows, and Bannock.

Proposals submitted to the Anceney Gallatin Valley Program should demonstrate a strong commitment to conservation and involve individuals and organizations directly connected to the ecosystems and communities they aim to impact. The program is rooted in the belief that sustainable environmental protection must be inclusive and collaborative, ensuring that the voices of those historically connected to the land are central to any conservation strategy.

While specific eligibility criteria or award limits are not outlined in the brief, the grant is explicitly intended to support charitable and conservation purposes within Gallatin Valley. Prospective applicants are encouraged to review the fund’s purpose closely and ensure their projects align with its goals for environmental stewardship and sustainability.

Applicants with questions or in need of further guidance are advised to contact Elisa Fiaschetti, MCF’s Impact Programs Director, at 406-441-4953 or via email at info@mtcf.org. Applications are submitted through the Montana Community Foundation’s online application portal.