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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNon Profit Covid Grant Application Materials    COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Bozeman Health Foundation  Amount Requested: $ 325,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 325,000  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Bozeman Health respectfully requests a grant in the amount of  $325,000 to immediately and effectively address increasing patient needs for safe, compassionate  behavioral healthcare in Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital’s Emergency Department (BHDH ED).  The combination of social isolation, economic uncertainty and fears about personal health brought on  by COVID‐19 are leading to record‐breaking levels of BHDH ED admissions and now is the time for  Bozeman Health to:  •  Make essential renovations to two existing Emergency Department rooms, converting them  from traditional medical use to appropriate behavioral health use, allowing for stays of up to 23  hours.  •  Purchase essential and safe furniture, furnishings, technology and equipment to ensure these  new rooms offer a calming and best‐in‐class setting for behavioral health patients.  •  Invest in talented and compassionate behavioral health staff to provide direct patient care  and case management services, allowing for new levels of consistency and availability in the care we  provide.        While COVID‐19 and the pandemic are absolutely driving an acute need for improved behavioral  health services locally, the investment requested here will have long‐term impact, as we know that  our community’s mental health challenges will continue to grow long into the future. This ongoing  need was evidenced through the results of the newly published 2020 Community Health Needs  Assessment, where mental health and substance abuse were once again identified as our  community’s greatest healthcare gap.In total, Bozeman Health estimates that the combination of  capital renovation, new equipment and staff will cost $685,000 over the next twelve months. We  believe that up to $360,000 will be funded through patient revenues for the services provided in this  new setting, recognizing that up to 30% of those receiving these billable services may qualify for  charity care or other subsidized healthcare coverage. One‐time funding from the City of Bozeman at  the level we’ve requested would represent 47% of the total cost to successfully make these  renovations and implement this vital program over its first year. Heading into year two and beyond,  we believe patient revenues will allow the program and its related staffing costs to be self‐sustaining.  Please see attachment for additional information.   Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Jason Smith 4064141085 jason.smith@bozemanhealth.org  Entity Address:  931 Highland Blvd., Ste. 3200 3200 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Additional patient revenues/philanthropy None  None   385000 0 0  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 3:35:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 1 of 196    Page 2 of 196             QJM: An International Journal of Medicine, Volume 113, Issue 10, October 2020, Pages 707–712, https://doi.org/10.1093/qjmed/hcaa202 Page 3 of 196          o o o o o  o o o o o o o  Page 4 of 196         Page 5 of 196             Page 6 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Reach, Inc.  Amount Requested: $ 218,348  Funding Recommendation:  $ 218,348  General Category:  Medical  Detailed Description Submitted:  Founded in 1974 by parents and special educators in Gallatin  County, Reach, Inc. provides vocational, residential, and transportation services to over 100 adults  with developmental disabilities here in Bozeman. Our mission is to empower the people we serve to  attain their individual goals and aspirations. In order to provide care, Reach owns and operates six  residential buildings, a Work Center, and 21 vehicles. We employ approximately 100 people to  provide support to our clients. We have a Supported Living service for over 30 clients who live in their  own apartments or homes. This year has been remarkably difficult for our organization.     People with developmental disabilities have a significantly higher rate of severe illness and mortality  from Covid‐19 than the typical population, so keeping them safe from the virus has been our top  priority. Additionally, 25% of the people we serve are considered high risk from Covid‐19 because of  comorbidities, such as age, medical issues, and other underlying conditions. Following the direction of  the Health Department, we adapted the way we operate to keep our clients safe.     All of the clients who live in Reach‐owned housing have been sheltering in place since March 16,  2020. Our Work Center closed down, except for essential office staff. Many of our clients temporarily  left our services at that time to stay with their families, since sheltering in place also meant not having  visitors or being able to work outside the home. Staff have been wearing PPE, monitoring clients and  staff for symptoms, and doing a tremendous amount of additional cleaning throughout their shifts.    Because of the need to shelter in place, from March 16, 2020 to November 30, 2020, the amount of  money we were able to bill the State of Montana for services was down $319,000 from the previous  year. We also spent an additional $26,700 on janitorial and first aid supplies, $15,000 to purchase  computers for staff to work from home, an additional $3000 on office supplies to accommodate  people working from home, and $1000 on Plexiglas to build a visitation area in our Work Center for  clients and families to visit without viral exposure.     Our production income, from clients working in our Work Center, is down $55,827, but client wages  were down $27,504, creating a deficit of $28,323 compared to last year at this time. Other sources of  income are also down, including private pay, which currently is down $10,123, fundraising is down  $43,865, and vocational rehab income is also down $3,972.We have additional costs as well, including  overtime pay, which is up $34,976. Staff who work with clients who are infected with or are  potentially infected with Covid ‐19 receive hazard pay, which cost Reach $4,853 through November  30th.     To summarize the costs:Personnel costs: Overtime and Hazard Pay increase: $39,829Operational  Costs:Billing decrease: $319,474Production decrease: $28,323Voc Rehab billing decrease:  $3,972Private Pay decrease: $10,123Fundraising decrease: $43,865First aid, office, and janitorial  supply increase: $44,700Capital Support: Plexiglas to build visitation room: $1,000Total Covid‐19  Impact March through November 2020: $491,286    Page 7 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Even if our clients receive the first vaccine dose in January, the soonest we will end our shelter in  place will be March. Due to the gradual reintegration that will be required to accommodate our  clients’ needs, we expect the process to take longer. We also still are waiting to hear when our clients  will be able to be vaccinated. Due to this uncertainty, we request four months of coverage for our  losses and additional costs in December through March, which is estimated at $218,348.This grant  will enable Reach to continue to provide vital supports to adults with developmental disabilities in the  Bozeman community, and will support our clients to pursue rewarding careers, have access to reliable  transportation, and live as independently as possible. When people have the support they need to  flourish, our community is enriched as we move forward together. We hope to come out of this  difficult year with a stronger team and clients who can be confident they will continue to receive the  best possible care from age 18 to end of life.   Attachment: False  Contact Info:  Dee Metrick 4065705852 dee@reachinc.org  Entity Address:  322 Gallatin Park Drive . Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: CARES Grant CARES Grant One Valley/United Way  PPP Loan  $73,364 $150,000 $10,000 $487,085  Date Submitted:  12/19/2020 12:55:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 8 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Family Promise of Gallatin Valley  Amount Requested: $ 205,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 205,000  General Category:  Housing  Detailed Description Submitted:  Family Promise of Gallatin Valley has been providing sheltering  services to homeless families since 2006 and our mission of “empowering homeless families to  achieve self‐sufficiency through partnership, services, and advocacy” continues to be realized each  day by professional staff and volunteers. All of our programs serve families with children experiencing  homelessness throughout Gallatin County, MT and our focus is creating lasting solutions for those  families who are willing to work hard to improve their situation.     Since the onset of COVID‐19, Family Promise of Gallatin Valley (FPGV) has been in a crisis response  mode for the many families experiencing homelessness and/or housing insecurities. FPGV is currently  the only year‐round shelter for homeless families located in the Gallatin Valley and each family  remains in the shelter program for approximately 90 days. From the start of the pandemic, it was  imperative to the safety of staff and families to re‐envision our rotational shelter model (families  move week to week from host Churches) to a model where families are sheltered at a single location.  St. James Episcopal Church gave us the use to their 3 bedroom 2 bath rectory to shelter families in  need.      As the pandemic carried on and the increase of families in need continued, FPGV was swift and  innovative to meet this increase of homeless families by turning our offices into bedrooms at the  Family Day Center. FPGV increased its shelter capacity from three families to seven in just one month.  FPGV also expanded current programming and created new programming to meet the changing  needs of Bozeman’s struggling families to include assistance with preventing homelessness, assisting  with move‐in costs, and motel costs for homeless families that need to quarantine, along with  providing food during their quarantine. All of FPGV’s innovation and crisis response has taken a  financial toll on our overall operational budget. Operation costs have increased due to hiring  additional staff to meet the expansion of our shelter capacity, an increase of utilities and food costs at  each of these shelter sites, and the creation of new programming to include motels as shelter sites,  assistance with late rent or move in costs, such as first or last month’s rent and security deposits, and  other miscellaneous guest expenses.     The impact of the funding you will provide, along with the services FPGV provides, is invaluable and  affects the community at large. Keeping families and children safe, not only during a pandemic, but in  the brutally cold winter months is detrimental to the well‐being of the entire Gallatin County. We  anticipate sheltering 36 families this year, as we have a 111% increase of families in need as this time  last year. We are asking for a total of $205,000 to ensure our doors remain open to serving homeless  families and to address the immediate future needs in keeping families safe and sheltered in the  Gallatin Valley.   The breakdown of costs is as follows:$100,000 for relief towards the increase of Operational Costs  due to COVID‐19:  •  $30,000 for an additional staff member whose primary responsibility is to manage the shelter  spaces (previously was performed by various volunteers, but due to COVID‐19 restrictions, cannot be  a volunteer position) to keep up with the demand of more than doubling our shelter capacity.  Page 9 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  •  $70,000 in operational costs to house 24 more families a year, with a total of 36 families in a  year. This includes an additional space that we remodeled to shelter 2 more families at a time, and as  a result, increasing our capacity to 9 families total every 3 months.   This also includes the use of motels as shelter when the shelter program is at max capacity and case  management services to families across all programming. $105,000 for new programing expenses,  emergency shelter costs, and securing an additional shelter space for emergency use and transitional  housing:  •  $30,000 for Help Us Move In (HUMI) program and Prevention programming that includes  direct services to families, along with case management costs.   •  $75,000 for additional shelter options, including emergency motel rooms and securing an  additional permanent shelter site through a rental or purchase of a property. This will increase our  capacity to meet the emergency needs of families as the pandemic causes more families to lose  employment and their homes. With the eviction moratorium ending on December 31, 2020 we  expect to see a drastic increase of families in need. Also, by securing an additional permanent shelter  we will be addressing the longer term needs of families in the Gallatin Valley as housing costs  continue to increase and housing insecurities continues to rise. This is a benefit to the community at  large, as it creates a space that families experiencing homelessness can save up money, address the  issues that led them to homelessness, and give them a second chance at affording to live and work in  Bozeman. We anticipate that if the need for emergency shelter decreases over the next 2‐3 years we  can use the additional shelter space as transitional housing for Family Promise graduates.    Attachment: True  Contact Info:  Christel  Chivilcek  4065827388 cchvilicek@familypromisegv.org  Entity Address:  429 E. Story ST.  Main Floor Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: One Valley Community Foundation and Greater  Gallatin United Way  State of Montana Gihousen Foundation  Cross Charitable Foundation   20,000  58,000 35,000 35,000  Date Submitted:  12/16/2020 12:24:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 10 of 196 IMPACT REPORT 2019-2020 Page 11 of 196 We have experienced so much hardship and obstacles these past months, but one thing remains true - the unwavering amount of support given to Family Promise of Gallatin Valley by community members like you. There are not enough words to express the deep appreciation we have for your support. Each day, you provide words of encouragement, financial support, supplies, prayer, or time to our families. Your acts of kindness are life changing. Homelessness takes many forms in Gallatin Valley: families with children doubling up with relatives, sleeping in their cars, paying for motel stays, sleeping on the street, or camping in a tent. Tragically, the numbers in Gallatin County are only increasing and the stories we hear are heartbreaking. Our limits have been tested, but our focus remains clear - to provide a holistic solution to family homelessness - not just shelter, but prevention and stabilization. Our vision is to end homelessness, one family at a time. To do this we must address the root causes and mobilize the community to help in each families’ success. We believe in our families, and we believe in your support to help lift them up. Thank you for inspiring us each day to continue our fight. Christel Chviilcek, Executive Director Lori Hart, Board of Directors Co-Chair Page 12 of 196 Families Prevented from Homelessness Families Sheltered Families Housed in Transitional Housing Families in Graduate Support Total Families Served OUR IMPACT Total individuals served Were children and unborn Families networked with community resources BECAUSE OF YOU 7 14 9 4 34 Two parent families Single parent families 47% 53% 61 children served 8 in-utero served52 adults served 121 57% 100%Page 13 of 196 OUR IMPACT 250 children were provided school supplies 700+ volunteers provided meals, companionship, labor, & program support 22 congregations provided shelter space and volunteers 33 new volunteers trained COMMUNITY INITIATIVES Tools for Schools Service Navigation 460 individuals connected to community services Page 14 of 196 Individual Contributions $188,197 Events - $57,939 Congregations - $27,196 Grants/Foundations - $207,345 In Kind - $9,142 Investment/Other - $23,777 Rental Income - $25,483 Restricted for Capitalized Assets - $359,845 FINANCIALS Program Expenses $316,342 Fundraising Expenses $67,912 Administrative Expenses $52,460 EXPENSES Total Expenses $436,714 Total Income $898,924 INCOME Page 15 of 196 “Family Promise saved my family and provided a future along with a roof over our head. With our second chance, we were able to be successful and allow our children to have a fighting chance. We have been given so much help to fight for our future and couldn’t have done this alone.” - Abby L. Page 16 of 196 We assist with housing stabilization in two ways: Transitional Housing Program • We own or have access to 7 Units • Up to two years of housing • Families pay below market rent that gradually increases over length of stay Graduated Support Program • Provide support and a safety net to graduates • Continued Case Management • Budgeting support • Assistance with ensuring housing security STABILIZATION Graduated families received ongoing support & case management STABILIZATION IMPACT NUMBERS 9 4Families in Transitional housing We are dedicated to helping families not only succeed today, but to remain stable in their housing, financial capability, and career paths in the months and years to come. Page 17 of 196 PREVENTION Preventing Family Homelessness New in April 2020 Our prevention model is based on a combination of case management, opportunity, and community involvement through three programs: Help Us Move In (HUMI) Assist with finding housing quickly by providing assistance with move-in expenses Eviction Prevention and Shelter Diversion Assist families in the mediation of evictions, provide rental and utility assistance , case management, and divert families from shelter 5 111.5 22 FamiliesServed Bed Nights Provided Average Nightsper Family Families Served Average amount spent per child to end family homelessness 2 $505 Page 18 of 196 The core of Family Promise: Ensuring children are homeless no more EMERGENCY SHELTER SHELTER IMPACT 14 3,114.5 65 82 67 25 100 Families Sheltered Total Bed Nights Average Days in Shelter % of families exited with employment % of families secured aordable housing % of families moved in with relatives % of families secured reliable transportation to support employment Individuals received ongoing mental health support % of children were enrolled and actively participating in public school 10 100 • Provide emergency shelter to families experiencing homelessness • Case Management: Individualized Plans for each family • Housing Search Assistance: Application fees, move-in expenses, moving expenses, past due utility bills • Individual budget and debt reduction plans • Assistance with securing safe and reliable childcare• Coordinating, assisting, and ensuring access to mental, physical, and behavior well-being for parents and children • Securing reliable transportation needs through our Wheels to Work program • Ensuring access to essential needs • Meals and companionship provided by amazing volunteers and gracious congregations Page 19 of 196 P.O. Box 475 • Bozeman, MT 59771-0475 • 406.582.7388 • info@familypromisegv.org OUR TEAM Matt Hudak, Board Chair Lori Hart, Board Vice Chair Wendy Wigert, Board Treasurer Jolene Randall, Board Secretary Jody Bartz, Member at Large John Clark , Member at Large Ken Gibson, Member at LargeKelley Dowdell, Member at LargeRoxanne Klingensmith, Member at LargeRick Landers, Member at Large Stephanie E. Siegel, Member at LargeKevin Thane, Member at Large Board of Directors Sta Christel Chvilicek, Executive DirectorJill Yoder, Development and Volunteer ManagerZachary Wangler, Family Case ManagerLara Anderson, Family Case ManagerKylie Kaufman, Program Support SpecialistHanna Vergo, Shelter Manager Shelly Frye, Saturday CoordinatorMerrilee Glover, Accountant Host and Partner Churches Bozeman United Methodist ChurchChrist the King Lutheran ChurchBozeman Church of ChristFirst Baptist Church of BozemanFirst Lutheran ChurchFirst Presbyterian ChurchHoly Rosary Catholic ChurchHope Lutheran ChurchJourney ChurchMt. Ellis Seventh Day AdventistPilgrim Congregational ChurchSt. James Episcopal ChurchChurch of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day SaintsCongregation Beth ShalomEvangelical Free ChurchGrand Avenue Christian ChurchPeace Lutheran ChurchResurrection University Catholic ParishUnitarian Universalist Fellowship of BozemanBedrock ChurchMosaic Chapel Page 20 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: HRDC District IX, Inc.  Amount Requested: $ 200,000 + bridge loan debt funding  Funding Recommendation:  $ 269,167  General Category:  Housing  Detailed Description Submitted:  HRDC’s COVID‐19 response has included, but has not been limited  to:  leasing a hotel to provide shelter in place space for the duration of the stay at home order;  meeting food needs for our community both through the distribution of a week’s supply of food  through our Gallatin Valley Food Bank (which experienced a 70% increase at the onset of the  pandemic) and through administering the Summer Food Service Program for the School Districts to  access state reimbursement for meals provided; creating a shop for a senior program where we  connected donors and volunteers to area seniors with food; medication and other essential supply  needs; transitioning our transitional housing for youth home into a supportive learning environment  to ensure our youth could meet their graduation goals; maintaining all public and para transit services  to ensure our frontline workers could get to work and our community members could get to  necessary medical treatments; and providing virtual preschool to ensure our vulnerable children  begin school prepared for success.HRDC’s funding request includes funding for our continued COVID‐ 19 pandemic response, in particular, our food and shelter response.      At present, HRDC has incurred $2,572,956.59 in COVID‐19 specific expenses.  These are offset by  revenues generated of $2,297,695.04 from private grant, state grant, federal grant, and payroll  protection program funding.  This leaves a balance of $275,261.55 in expenses to cover, which have  generously been covered by donors in our community.   These costs do not include the acquisition of  a local hotel facility that has provided and continues to provide shelter in place space for our high risk  community members without housing (over age 65 and/or with underlying health conditions),  medically necessary hotel stays for persons being discharged from care facilities, as well as quarantine  and isolation space for Gallatin County residents who do not have sufficient space at home to safely  quarantine or isolate, and temporary housing for families without homes.  This community facility  was acquired at $1,950,000.  Long‐term financing has been secured for 75% of this acquisition cost,  however 25% of the financing in place provides only temporary bridge financing.  This facility is  serving multiple critical needs in our community now and we hope can provide supportive housing  options for our community in the future.  At present, only a handful of supportive housing units exist  in the Bozeman community.     As most are aware, our community’s housing supply was behind and at risk prior to COVID‐19 and  with the surge of people relocating to less populated areas, has been completely exhausted.  Median  home prices have soared to record levels and many have been displaced.      HRDC seeks funding to continue to respond to both community challenges of homeless prevention  and rapid rehousing.  This response will exist in many forms and will include, but is not limited to:   diversion services, landlord negotiations and repayment plan services, housing search and placement,  rental, deposit and utility assistance, housing stabilization services, shelter services and voucher  components for alternative housing solutions as needed.  This breadth of services will allow us to  respond to the increased number of people experiencing homelessness, living in campers or RVs or  other places not meant for human habitation, the number of families that will face eviction at the end  of January 2021 at the sunset of the eviction moratorium, and the case management to connect  individuals and families to services that will support them on their path to stabilization.  The provision  Page 21 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  of these services is critical to our community in both preventing further increases in our homeless  population as well as instilling long term solutions.  HRDC has seen an increase in requests for  assistance of this type for more than 900 new households.  Once the eviction moratorium is sunset,  we anticipate this number to double if not triple.      When the state was able to administer their short term housing support, they looked to HRDC to be  the on the ground partner to connect families in need to available supports, this is one of the roles we  can continue to play for our community as new resources are rolled out.   At the federal level, there  are an estimated 30‐70 million households behind on their rent, and $25 billion in funding is pending.   For the state of Montana, more than 10,000 households are behind on their rent.     HRDC is requesting $200,000 in funding to provide a continued and anticipated increasing response to  those at risk of becoming homeless in our community as well as meet the needs of those members of  our community already experiencing homelessness.   These funds will support additional staff  members designated to help community members navigate these new challenging waters, to conduct  street outreach, to provide direct support and to create and implement unique and innovative  housing solutions for the new increase in persons residing in campers, cars, RVs, etc.  Personnel costs  (two full time employees) are estimated to equal $100,000.  Direct support (i.e. vouchers for hotel or  camping space, payment of relocation costs, utility deposits, etc.) are estimated to equal $100,000.   Financial support for rental assistance will be provided by a combination of existing resources (CARES  ACT) and anticipated resources from new COVID‐19 relief funding.    HRDC also kindly requests consideration of any funding to help offset the temporary bridge financing  in place for the acquisition of the new facility.  Additional information for any items referenced herein  will be provided upon request.    Attachment: True  Contact Info:  Heather Grenier 4065874486ext.4891 hgrenier@thehrdc.org  Entity Address:  32 S Tracy Avenue n/a Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Private Foundation Support State CARES Grant  Support Federal CARES Grant Funding Payroll Protection Program/SBA  $160,033.50 $343,000  $1,387,661.54 $407,000  Date Submitted:  12/29/2020 1:47:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 22 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Bridger Ski Foundation  Amount Requested: $ 150,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 50,000  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  We were unable to hold our major fundraiser (Ski Swap) this year  due to Covid restrictions.  This usually nets our organization over $80,000.  We've also had to hire  additional coaching staff and reduce participants (reducing revenue).   Attachment: True  Contact Info:  Lisa Ellison 4064511888 lisa.accounting@bridgerskifoundation.org  Entity Address:  PO BOX 1243 NA BOZEMAN MT 59771  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: PPP State Of MT Grant NA NA NA $125,100  $141,000 NA NA  Date Submitted:  12/16/2020 2:15:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 23 of 196 P.O. Box 1243 Bozeman MT 59771 406.587.2445 www.bridgerskifoundation.org   January 13, 2021    Dear Anna,    Thank you for circling back with the Bridger Ski Foundation. As you may know, BSF has proudly been serving  our community since 1936!    The Bridger Ski Foundation (BSF) is requesting a grant of $150,000 to support our nonprofit during this  difficult season and continue to get more kids involved in our subsidized youth programs. BSF’s mission is  to inspire a lifelong love of skiing, athletic excellence, and personal growth. Our goal is to create beneficial  opportunities for kids that promote good health and active lifestyles through educational, recreational,  and competitive programs in cross‐country, alpine, and freestyle skiing, summer and fall fitness programs  and camps, which we subsidize by 50 percent via fundraising. Our organization also grooms 70 kilometers  of cross‐country ski trails throughout Bozeman for the public to use for free.    Because all of BSF’s youth programs take place outside, we were better prepared than most to adapt to  COVID‐19 restrictions. We know that getting kids outside is more important than ever, both physically and  mentally. Hence, BSF quickly adapted its programs and we are doing our best to accommodate 800  students this season (up from 650 last season). These steps, however, have been taxing on our  organization as we have had to hire more coaches to form smaller class sizes and perform more grooming  and trail maintenance to spread participants out across town. At the same time, BSF could not hold two of  its major fundraisers (The annual Ski Swap and Banff Mountain Film Festival).    Due to funding shortfalls from two of our biggest fundraisers—the Ski Swap (typically nets $85,000) and  Banff (usually nets $40,000)—combined with the added expenses of extra programming, coaches, etc.  $25,000 plus), BSF is requesting funds to remedy the shortfall that we are experiencing as we continue to  offer opportunities to the public at a reasonable rate.      The Bridger Ski Foundation would be a proud and deserving recipient of the City of Bozeman’s support.      Warm regards,  Laura E. Huggins Laura Huggins  Director of Development  Bridger Ski Foundation is a 501(c) (3) nonprofit organization. Our Tax ID is #81-0384359. Page 24 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Headwaters Community Housing Trust  Amount Requested: $ 150,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 150,000  General Category:  Housing  Detailed Description Submitted:  The Headwater Community Housing Trust (HCHT) respectfully  requests $150,000 in COVID‐19 Non‐Profit Relief to help address the effects of the pandemic on  funding for the Bridger View project—an innovative, mission‐driven housing development that aims  to establish pathways to homeownership for median‐earning Bozeman families and community  members. COVID‐19 impacts on the housing construction supply chain threaten to delay and disrupt  HTHC’s Bridger View project, while impacts on the local housing market worsen the existing  affordability challenges facing median‐income earning families and our community’s frontline  workers.    Attachment: True  Contact Info:  Michael Brown 3203630912 mbrown@burlingtonassociates.com  Entity Address:  7600 Sypes Canyon Road N/A Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Bridger View has not identified or pursued any  alternate funding sources to address the impacts of COVID‐19 on HCHT’s Bridger View project budget.   Bridger View has not identified or pursued any alternate funding sources to address the impacts of  COVID‐19 on HCHT’s Bridger View project budget.  Bridger View has not identified or pursued any  alternate funding sources to address the impacts of COVID‐19 on HCHT’s Bridger View project budget.    0 0 0  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 11:23:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 25 of 196 HEADWATERS COMMUNITY HOUSING TRUST Bozeman Non-Profit COVID Relief Grant – Detailed Funding Description The Headwater Community Housing Trust (HCHT) respectfully requests $150,000 in COVID-19 Non-Profit Relief to help address the effects of the pandemic on funding for the Bridger View project—an innovative, mission-driven housing development that aims to establish pathways to homeownership for median-earning Bozeman families and community members. COVID-19 impacts on the housing construction supply chain threaten to delay and disrupt HTHC’s Bridger View project, while impacts on the local housing market worsen the existing affordability challenges facing median-income earning families and our community’s frontline workers. Organizational Information: HCHT was established in June of 2020 with the sole focus to increase and preserve the local supply of permanently affordable housing – including for “missing middle- income” households in Bozeman. HCHT is a community-based, nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organization, governed by a board of directors that is representative of the Bozeman community. HCHT’s Bridger View project will carry forward the 8+ year vision of the Trust for Public Land to transform a former mobile home park and adjacent lands into the now-flourishing Story Mill Community Park and an 8-acre neighborhood that is accessible to community members of all income-levels. HCHT has worked with HRDC, the Trust for Public Land, and expert consultant partners to complete the compact neighborhood design that will feature 62 small homes over the 8-acre site, including 31 HCHT-stewarded homes that will remain permanently affordable while allowing owners to keep their equity plus a limited appreciation return. HCHT will provide resources and services to promote equity and inclusion among all homeowners while ensuring that the 31 middle-income homes are well-maintained and remain affordable forever through the community land trust ground-lease model. COVID-19 Impacts on Headwaters Community Housing Trust: HCHT aims to break ground on the Bridger View project by April of 2021. The most recent construction cost estimate for the project completed in November of 2020 indicates that COVID-19 impacts on the housing construction supply chain have caused nearly $1.4 million in cost increases for the Bridger View project since the previous estimate was complete in April of 2020. To date, the Bridger View team has secured $35.5 million in financing for the project, which now totals $42 million, leaving a $6.6 million capital gap. Even before the hike in construction costs, HCHT and its partners have struggled to fundraise from foundations and other cash-strapped resources amidst the COVID- 19 recession economy. This addition of $2 million in COVID-19-related cost increases to the financing gap threatens to delay or disrupt this project at a time during which advancing solutions to the “missing middle” problem has never been more critical. COVID-19 Impacts on Missing Middle: As our community faces the effects of the pandemic, the cost of owning housing has increased. Median-income-earning Bozeman families and community members are priced out of the competitive Bozeman housing market but fail to meet low/moderate income thresholds to access subsidized-housing programs. This forces nurses, EMTS, firefighters, social service providers, retailers, hospitality staff, teachers and other frontline workers to seek housing elsewhere, which destabilizes neighborhoods and undermines community resilience. Page 26 of 196 COVID-19 impacts on the local housing market are bringing this “missing middle” problem to a crisis point. “Deurbanization”—the mass migration of Americans out of densely packed urban centers—brings more and more people to communities like Bozeman. As a result, between July 2020 and August 2020, the median home price of a single-family home in Gallatin County increased dramatically from $487,000 to $575,450, according to the Big Sky Country Multiple Listing Service’s Watch Report. Meanwhile, median-income-earning Bozemanites (who earn just under $52,000) are facing COVID-19-related pay cuts, furloughs, jobless, and uncertainty. For those who are able to remain in Bozeman, housing costs are crowding out spending on necessities that are critical for resilience, such as healthy food, healthcare, and transportation. Without concerted efforts to address urgent affordability challenges, COVID-19 could change the face of Bozeman, displacing long-term residents and eroding its small-town charm. Request: Headwater’s Community Housing Trust requests $150,000 in COVID Non-Profit Relief Funds to help cover a small percentage of $1.4 million in cost increases facing the mission-driven, Bridger View development project as a result of COVID-19-related in-migration and supply chain issues. All $150,000 will be used to support construction costs for the Bridger View neighborhood. Bridger View has not identified or pursued any alternate funding sources to address the impacts of COVID-19 on HCHT’s Bridger View project budget. Grant Impact: COVID Non-Profit Relief funds will help HCHT to sustain momentum on the critical Bridger View project despite cost increases caused by COVID-19-related construction supply chain issues. In the short-term, this assistance will help to prevent delays or disruption of HTHC’s Bridger View project, which is scheduled to break ground in April of 2021. Advancing the housing construction project in Bozeman will drive short-term economic recovery by creating construction jobs while boosting the affordable housing supply. On the other hand, delays and disruptions to this construction project as a result of supply chain issues will almost certainly result in increased project costs while hurting local contractors and subcontractors, who are facing pay-cuts and layoffs. In the longer-term, investing in a more equitable and sustainable model of homeownership will have broad, lasting benefits for Bozeman community members. Creating paths to homeownership for median-earning Bozeman residents will help drive long-term economic recovery from the COVID-19 recession. Deploying the community land trust model will build resiliency to future shocks and stresses. Stable and affordable housing supports the well-being of children and families and contributes to community cohesion and stability — all of which are key to ensure that all residents thrive. Bozeman is in a pivotal moment as in prepares for economic recovery from the COVID-19 pandemic. The Headwaters Community Housing Trust has a key role to play in ensuring this economic recovery is equitable and sustainable for all Bozeman residents; however, assistance is needed to help HCHT overcome the funding challenges facing its Bridger View project, which aims to become the new paradigm for smart and sustainable neighborhood development in Bozeman. Page 27 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Thrive  Amount Requested: $ 150,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 150,000  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Please see the attached document.    Attachment: True  Contact Info:  Sara Bradford 4159261032 sbradford@allthrive.org  Entity Address:  400 East Babcock Street n/a Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: 100 Strong Gallatin Valley  University of Montana  Dan and Jeanne Scott Foundation    10,000 74,000 125,000  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 11:00:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 28 of 196 1 | Thrive’s request for City of Bozeman Funds 2020 Thrive City of Bozeman Request for Funds Operational Impacts As a direct result of COVID Thrive began operating remotely in March of 2020. The adaptability of both our staff and clients has shone brightly throughout this change. We have seen an incredible amount of need in our community ranging from mental health support, to emergency financial assistance, to escalating domestic violence situations, to parents just needing to hear “you’re doing a great job”. Thrive staff worked quickly and effectively to find new ways to meet the needs of families while following CDC and State Government recommendations for the safety of everyone involved. We have been working closely with other local non-profits to maximize our impact while avoiding duplicative efforts in ensuring that families are not going without necessities. These are some of the ways our programs have been supporting our community. Parent Liaison Program Our Parent Liaisons have moved all communication with families to a virtual setting, including phone, email, and Zoom. Thrive developed a fund through generous donors and emergency grants to allow for financial assistance with basic needs such as groceries, utilities - including internet for distance learning, gas, and mental health support. Parent Liaisons have been, and continue to, work closely with the Bozeman School District to identify and respond to the needs of families. The Partnership Project As a home visiting program, our Partnership Project immediately needed to get creative with how we would serve some of our most vulnerable families – the young mothers and their children who rely on Partnership and the support they receive from it. Partnership also moved to a virtual platform, with the addition of no-contact drop offs of child development activities and books, diapers, formula, craft kits, groceries, emergency need gift cards. Parent Place Parent Place has continued to deliver support services for parents, and for children virtually throughout the past two months. We have moved our pre- and early literacy program, Word Play, to a virtual platform. Our Parent Educator has continued to conduct Circle of Security classes individually and in group settings online, as well as one-on-one sessions with parents, and parenting classes. Our Parent Educator is currently preparing Literacy Kits which have been delivered to 150 families to combat learning loss, and encourage the continued practice of literacy skills. Child Advancement Project (CAP) Our CAP coordinators have worked diligently to allow CAP matches to stay in contact while schools are closed to outside volunteers. We have seen such creativity, thoughtfulness, and love go into the Page 29 of 196 2 | Thrive’s request for City of Bozeman Funds 2020 correspondence between mentors and their CAP students. Some matches are opting for hand written letters while others prefer email. Many are exchanging drawings or other art projects. Matches are currently meeting remotely via Google Hangouts. CAP Coordinators have been incredibly creative in supplying age appropriate activities for matches to complete together during their remote sessions. Girls on the Run Our spring Girls on the Run session had to be cancelled, which was disappointing for many girls. However, working with the National Girls on the Run organization a free, virtual curriculum was developed so anyone could participate from home. Thrive made this available to any family interested, regardless of school district, which gave girls who wouldn’t normally be able to participate the opportunity to do so. 63 families signed up and have been doing this curriculum from home with their children. Fundraising Our Development Team has been working on overdrive to ensure that Thrive continues to receive fund to support our critical programming. With the loss of in-person fundraising events and the limited capacity of business giving in the economic downturn, we have turned to our individual supporters and grantors to see us through these unprecedented times. Financial Impacts We have seen immense financial impacts as a result of the pandemic. We are currently projected to end the year at 81% of funds raised for our budget, leaving a $300,000 funding gap. Because we were not able to hold in person events, our revenue from that line item reached only 57% of the $333,000 goal. Corporate giving was down $35,000. Grants are currently at 74% of their goal due to funders reallocating programmatic money to emergency COVID relief. Individual donors have been incredibly generous this year and have given $100,000 over our annual goal. That, however, does not fully make up the losses in other areas. We did receive a forgivable PPP loan which was a true saving grace for allowing us to continue operations without having to lay off staff. We have adjusted our fundraising plan for 2021 based off what we learned over the past year. Request for $50,000 in Operations Funds Thrive is requesting $50,000 in operating fund from the City. These funds will be used for staffing costs to allow Thrive to continue to offer the critical supports we provide to the community through our 5 programs that serve over 7,000 Bozeman residents each year. Child Advancement Project (CAP): one of America’s first school based mentoring programs. CAP carefully matches nurturing community volunteers with students in grades K-12. Mentors provide weekly support and encouragement to students, help the students discover and build upon their individual strengths, and affirm students’ ability to build resilience and shape their own futures. For over Page 30 of 196 3 | Thrive’s request for City of Bozeman Funds 2020 30 years, Thrive has worked in partnership with the Bozeman School District to successfully implement CAP, this collaboration is invaluable to the success of CAP and to the over 10,000 students Thrive has matched with mentors since CAP began. CAP was added to the National Registry of Evidence Based Programs and Practices in 2012. Parent Liaison: offering guidance and assistance for parents of K-8 children in navigating the public school system and working collaboratively with teachers in the ways that most benefits their children. Parent Liaisons foster family engagement, assist with accessing services for families in need, and offer support through a variety of circumstances families may face. The Parent Liaison Program is centered on providing early, comprehensive supports which yield positive results for children and families. Building on our successful collaboration with the Bozeman Public Schools, the program is grounded in the belief that families are critical to the success of their child and is informed by a wealth of research. Partnership Project: providing support, referral, education and access to healthcare through intensive home visiting to pregnant and parenting teens and their children. The Partnership Program addresses and educates new parents about the most pressing issues, such as prenatal care, health care benefits for both mother and child, breast feeding, state and federal benefits such as food stamps and WIC, parenting, access to proper nutrition, high quality child care, mental health care resources, and continued education and stable employment for parent. All of these factors are essential to providing children with a safe and secure environment in which children can thrive. The Partnership Project was recognized as a best practice model by the Journal of Family and Consumer Sciences in 2015. Parent Place: currently focuses on 0-5 year olds and their parents or caregivers, providing a wide range of services to families to ensure children are cognitively, physically, socially and emotionally well- developed so they can learn, love, play and work. Parent Place also provides a number of evidence based parenting classes such as Circle of Security, Love & Logic, and Parents as Teachers – to which Thrive is a certified Blue Ribbon Affiliate. Girls for a Change: empowering girls grade 6-12 to creatively define themselves and share their strengths with the world through group exercises, workshops, community service and team based activities. Girls for a Change hosts an annual summit which brings over 150 girls from 3 states to Bozeman for a powerful day of self-exploration, new experiences, and opportunities to learn. Girls for a Change also hosts multiple pop-up events each year focused on team building, community service, healthy living, and empowerment. Girls on the Run: Thrive added the evidenced-based Girls on the Run program in 2014. This program provides an opportunity for elementary and middle school girls (grades 3-8) to join activities as well. The Girls on the Run curriculum includes girls meeting each week with their coaches and participating in team building activities which build confidence, relationships and self-esteem. This piece of programming is a very important addition as middle school is a crucial age where girls face increasing peer pressure and loss of self-confidence. Each ten week session culminates in a 5K run, where girls, their families and the greater community participate to celebrate their growth and accomplishment. Page 31 of 196 4 | Thrive’s request for City of Bozeman Funds 2020 Our proven programs have been developed using evidence-based practices, adapted to meet local community needs, and rigorously evaluated to ensure program efficacy. Thrive has developed critical community partnerships built on sharing design, implementation, management, evaluation, financial resources, and responsibilities for programs. This approach, which has the success of the child at its center, results in the highest quality services, maximizes scarce resources, and has a powerful impact on outcomes for children. Request for $100,000 in Capital Funds In addition to operational funds, Thrive is requesting $100,000 towards our A Place to Thrive Capital Campaign. Thrive received an incredibly generous donation from an anonymous donor in the form of a 2 to 1 match up to $750,000 – for a total donation of $1.5 million to purchase and renovate a building. This $100,000 would be matched 2 to 1 and used towards the purchase of a building, providing a permanent location for Thrive and the expansion of our programs. The benefits to the community that this would offer are immense, and will continue, as Thrive has, for generations. We envision a place where families can come together, creating important critical community networks, and get the tools, education, and guidance they need to raise successful kids. A classroom place where we can teach parents, childcare providers, and preschool educators best practices in child development. A place where teen parents can come for the critical support they need to be successful in raising their new babies. Where babies can get the assessments and screenings they need to keep them on track. We envision a place where over 600+ community volunteers can receive the training, support and encouragement to mentor kids in our schools. We envision a dynamic and innovative early childhood space where kids 0-5 can play and learn about their world while their parents learn about critical developmental milestones that will guide their future and affect generations to come. Thrive has been creating community for over three decades and we are ready to find a permanent place to thrive. Bozeman is the fastest growing micropolitan area in the nation, the population of our county has grown over 60% in the past 7 years alonei. With this growth comes additional need from people moving to the area, 25% of whom have children. In 2019 Thrive saw a 20% increase in families served by our Parent Liaison Program, and a 25% increase in attendance to Parenting Classes; proving that there is both a desire and need for these services. As Bozeman grows, children are falling behind before they even begin school. 1 out of 3 children enter kindergarten each year without the skills they need to learn to read. By 3rd grade that number remains the same, yet at this point children are moving from learning to read – to reading to learn and will continue to fall farther behind. Thrive’s early interventions and developmental screenings will help families identify if their child needs assistance, and Thrive will deliver that assistance, ensuring children are entering school developmentally, socially, and academically ready to learn. Thrive has seen a large increase in parents of middle school and high school students struggling to connect with and understand their children. In the past three years, in Bozeman, the incidence of diagnosed anxiety disorders has increased for this age group over 100%. Bozeman is not alone in this Page 32 of 196 5 | Thrive’s request for City of Bozeman Funds 2020 phenomena with national rates showing 1 in 3 teens have been diagnosed with an anxiety disorder since 2007. Children with anxiety disorders are more likely to have depression, low self-esteem, poor academic performance, issues at home, and substance use. Thrive takes a holistic approach to working with families and provides classes, services and tools for parents and for children to mitigate negative outcomes and promote family engagement to foster children’s success. Thrive’s services have always been rooted in prevention as a method to optimize outcomes for children from birth through graduation. According to the World Health Organization “The brain develops most rapidly in the first few years of a child’s life. The ongoing interchange between genes and different environments – within which children are born, grow, learn and live – shapes the developing brain. During these critical years, the foundation is laid for a child’s physical and mental health, affecting everything from longevity to the lifelong capacity to learn, from the ability to adapt to change to the capacity for resilience against adverse circumstances.” Thrive’s Parent Place currently focuses on children 0-5 years old and their parents or caregivers. Through this project we will expand those services, along with developing and implementing services for children up to age 18. Our Parent Educator is an expert in child development with comprehensive experience in the field, and is primed to take this programming to the next level. Our new building will house a state of the art Early Childhood Learning Lab (ECLL) that will include a space for development screenings to allow for early identification of any barriers, pre-literacy and early literacy activities and supports, supports for parents and caregivers, and evidence based parenting classes including Love & Logic, Circle of Security, and Parents as Teachers. With our expansion of services, Thrive will work to further research best practices, evidence based interventions, and local services for referral for children up to age 18 and their parents. Thrive will identify community needs and develop a comprehensive guide to services based on our already existing relationships with local organizations, as well as forging new relationships where needed. Thrive is uniquely positioned to be successful in this project due to our established, long term partnerships with over 50 local non-profits, the Gallatin City County Department of Public Health, and Bozeman School District, all of whom we have been working closely and offering reciprocal referrals with for three decades. While Thrive has always been available for a continuum of services for families, through this project we will expand our visibility, services, and test multiple avenues for increased service delivery. One of those avenues will be working with the Bozeman Police Department (BPD) to be a source of referral for them in cases where Child Protective Services are not warranted but it is clear the family they are responding to could use additional supports. Another channel we will utilize for increasing visibility is local pediatric offices, we will offer informative training for the Doctors on Thrive’s services as well as display marketing materials in common areas of their offices. We will also continue our 30+ year collaboration with Bozeman Public Schools and create additional marketing materials and resources for school staff including School Resource Officers, Teachers, Nurses, and Administrative Staff. Research shows that investing in early interventions families and children provides many benefits for the community, both economic and by increasing livability. Increased livability, in turn, means more long term residents. A child who receives early interventions, such as those provided by Thrive, is three times Page 33 of 196 6 | Thrive’s request for City of Bozeman Funds 2020 less likely to be involved in the judicial system later in life. According to the Justice Policy Institute, juvenile incarceration costs tax payers, on average, $87,961 per individual annually. In addition, Thrives services support families in finding employment, housing and becoming independent from Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF), which cost Montana taxpayers $59 million in 2018. With employment and housing, clients become actively contributing members to the local economy. For over three decades Thrive has served Bozeman’s residents. Thrive’s new facility will be a reflection of our history, a commitment to our future, and to raising healthy, happy, and thriving future generations in the Gallatin Valley. Page 34 of 196 1 Anna Rosenberry From:Sara Bradford <sbradford@allthrive.org> Sent:Monday, January 11, 2021 2:05 PM To:Anna Rosenberry Subject:[SENDER UNVERIFIED]Re: Question about your City of Bozeman Grant Application Hi Anna,   We are more than happy to give some additional clarity on these points.   As far as Capital Campaign progress, we began our fundraising in December of 2020 and currently have $105,500 in the bank, with an additional $225,000 in pending grant asks and $150,000 in individual donor asks, for a total of $375,000 in pending asks. In the next month we will submit another $350,000 worth of grant asks.   Another exciting update on the Capital Campaign is that since we submitted our grant to the city we are now under contract for a permanent location. Pending assessments and appraisals we will close on the former Red Chair location on April 9, 2021 and begin renovations at that time.  In terms of how this project relates to the pandemic, we have seen an incredible amount of increased need and accessing of our services over the past year. We anticipate that the repercussions of the pandemic for families in our valley will last for years, and range from mental health needs, to economic instability, to learning loss for local children. These are all things addressed by Thrive’s programming.   Though research is just beginning on the long term effects of the pandemic on children, one study by NBC News found some alarming national trends. Since March of 2020 emergency rooms have seen a 24% increasing in mental health related visits for 5-11 year olds - that number jumps to 31% for 12-18 year olds. That same study found, on average, 3rd through 8th graders scored 5 to 10 percentile point lower on standardized assessments than the previous year, and minority and low income students had fallen even further behind. It is estimated that the trauma, social, economic, and academic effects of the pandemic on children and families will last many years into the future.  One of the many things we have learned from the Pandemic is that we need more space for programming, and less individual work spaces. Our new building is being specifically designed to allow for that. We anticipate that by fall will we be able to resume some, if not all, in person services.   Our Early Childhood Learning Lab will be devoted to early interventions for local children ranging from literacy, to developmental assessments, to parenting classes and one on one assistance. We will also be working with local pediatrician’s offices and Law Enforcement to increase service referral for families in need.  CAP mentors have always been a crucial support to children in Bozeman’s schools, and especially throughout the pandemic as they have provided a critical social and support component to children during remote learning. Our new space will have a dedicated area for training, coordination, activities, and supervision as needed for mentors to continue to serve Bozeman children and schools.   Our Partnership Project that works with young parents will have space to meet with and support them as they work towards self-sufficiency and, often, breaking generational cycles of poverty and abuse so they can raise their children to be successful, contributing members of our community.  The Pandemic has been a unique opportunity for us to assess what services we deliver and how, and has given us incredible insight into the basic, and underlying needs of Bozeman’s families. We plan to build upon what we have learned, along with our 34 years of experience in serving this community, to create a more comprehensive service continuum that will increase livability in our city, success of families, and continue to make Bozeman one of the most desirable places to live in our country. Thrive’s new building will position us to respond to the reverberating effects of the pandemic on families, and to provide the ongoing support families need to recover and succeed.   Page 35 of 196 2 I am happy to answer any other questions you, or the committee may have. We are looking forward to hearing back from you!    Best,   Sara  On Mon, Jan 11, 2021 at 8:42 AM Anna Rosenberry <ARosenberry@bozeman.net> wrote: Good Morning, Ms. Bradford, I’m reaching out to you with a question about Thrive’s application. We very much appreciate your participation in our program for local non-profits. In evaluating what was submitted, we would like to understand in a little more detail, your $100,000 request for capital funds. How does the capital project relate to the pandemic, and what level of support (pledges, other fundraising) does the capital project have to date? If you could reply with this information, it would help us move forward. Thank you so much. I look forward to hearing from you. Sincerely, Anna Rosenberry Anna Rosenberry, CPA Assistant City Manager City of Bozeman, MT PO Box 1230 121 N Rouse Avenue Bozeman, MT 59771 Ph. 406.582.2325 Mob. 406.599.0489 City of Bozeman emails are subject to the Right to Know provisions of Montana’s Constitution (Art. II, Sect. 9) and may  be considered a “public record” pursuant to Title 2, Chpt. 6, Montana Code Annotated. As such, this email, its sender  and receiver, and the contents may be available for public disclosure and will be retained pursuant to the City’s record  retention policies. Emails that contain confidential information such as information related to individual privacy may be  protected from disclosure under law. Page 36 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Clowns without Borders  Amount Requested: $ 90,090  Funding Recommendation:  $ 10,000  General Category:  Cultural  Detailed Description Submitted:  Please see attachment for project description. True  Contact Info:  Naomi Shafer 3027293707 naomi@clownswithoutborders.org  Entity Address:  50N Sweetgrass ave 0 Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: N/A N/A N/A N/A 0 0 0 0 N/A  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 9:43:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 37 of 196 Caravan of Laughter December 2020 Bozeman, Montana. Page 38 of 196 1 The Caravan of Laughter: CWB and 406Cirque partner to bring emotional relief and strengthen resilience amongst Bozeman residents. Introduction COVID19’s impact on our bodies and minds The COVID-19 pandemic has affected us all in unprecedented ways. It has impacted our lives not only as individuals but also as a community. After months of isolation, many of us long for community, for connection. In spite of the blessings of technology which have allowed us to “visit” our friends and family, nothing has replaced the real closeness of a hug. Measures of isolation have limited our physical activity, which has led to increased anxiety and depression. The important safety measures of physical distancing and the blended learning model has placed an enormous burden on parents, all this bringing stress to all families. Performing arts as a tool for building community and resilience 2020 was a year without live concerts, without dance, theater, circus, poetry, stand up, nor any performance. The outlets our community normally looks to for celebration, were banned, devastating the livelihoods of professional performers who make a living by bringing joy and poetry to us all. This pandemic has been a bitter reminder how “dream makers” are crucial for the social tissue of a community. Additionally, performing arts are a healthy outlet for creative expression and emotional and physical wellbeing. For children, learning theater and circus are proven ways to develop physical awareness and develop their own voice in the world. This project promotes emotional and psychological well-being for children and adults. This is where Clowns Without Borders and 406Cirque come into action. CARAVAN OF LAUGHTER For 25 years, Clowns Without Borders has used professional performance to bring emotional relief to communities in crisis. Now, it is partnering with Bozeman-based 406Cirque, to inspire resilience through laughter to all local residents. 406Cirque (under the 501c3 Fiscal Sponsorship of Clowns Without Borders) has created the project CARAVAN OF LAUGHTER. Page 39 of 196 2 Through pop up events and flash performances, we will plant seeds of joy in the hearts of Bozemanites. We will rally local performers and a team of filmmakers to create a multimedia cultural experience in order to reach as many community members as possible. Our goal: to help rebuild the social tissue of Bozeman by reestablishing a sense of community through play, laughter, and art. The project will happen both live (in person) and online, in order to be accessible to those who are at risk or quarantined. Our performances will follow the tradition of a Circus Parade, which encourages physical distancing. Performers will travel through the street, accessing multiple households and individuals, instead of gathering an audience. Clowns Without Borders has used this method in performances worldwide. Main beneficiary groups Families Youth Areas of impact Emotional and psychological well-being Physical well-being Description of the project. The following is a description of the different actions that will take place in CARAVAN OF LAUGHTER, and a brief description of the different phases of the project. After a year dominated by troubleshooting unprecedented problems within our community, interventions like the one we are proposing will spark a chain of positivity amongst Bozemanites. Strolling Performances: A troupe of joyful characters (dancers, acrobats, and stilt walkers) appear in different places in town, marching like a mini parade, dancing, juggling, making giant bubbles, holding signs that say, “Fun is on its Way!” “LAUGHTER IS ALSO CONTAGIOUS” “SPREAD JOY” “Unprecedented Smiles.” These travelling strolling performances offer audiences an Page 40 of 196 3 opportunity to watch a live show, without the risk of gathering. They will inspire resilience through laughter, and plant seeds of joy in our community. Free pop-up RSVP circus arts classes After multiple meetings brainstorming and designing protocols to attend the need for childcare amidst the COVID19 crisis, 406Cirque led socially distanced camps and classes throughout the summer and fall season. We will use these best practices to create free, pop-up circus and theater classes for youth. All events will be free, however they will require an RSVP and health screening to lay safe foundations for social distancing. These events will take place in open spaces or big indoor spaces in the city of Bozeman, like Lindley Park, Gallatin County Regional Park, The Emerson Center ballroom and Story Mill Community Center (TBD). Social Media Boost All events will have an echo online. All “Demonstrations of Joy” will be translated into dozens of Facebook and Instagram posts. We will create online, DIY circus classes for youth who cannot attend in person. We will use 406Cirque website as a platform to RSVP to all these events, and our well-established social media channels to communicate the links to the digital format of these classes. Our commitment is to help rebuild the invisible threads that connect us all. Project Leads Both Bozeman residents, the responsible parties are artists and producers with proven experience in the creation, development and implementation of projects like the one we are presenting. Paul Gomex 20+ years of experience in the universe of performing arts. 2K+ performances in more than 19 countries. Gomex started his career as a street performer in Venezuela, and since then he has come a long way, completing studies in circus and dance in Brussels (BE), and receiving his MA in physical theater from Academy Dimitri in Switzerland. Before moving to the US, Paúl had the honor of creating the Swiss branch of Clowns without Borders. Page 41 of 196 4 Gomex Founded 406Cirque in 2018 with the vision of providing a home for circus and performing arts under the big sky. Naomi Shafer Naomi Shafer is a clown, play-specialist and organizer. She uses humor, playfulness and physical storytelling to turn power dynamics upside down. As the Executive Director of Clowns Without Borders USA, she produces clown tours in refugee camps, conflict zones and sites of natural disaster. She has led workshops and designed programming for Doctors Without Borders, Mines Advisory Group, and the School of Nursing at the University of Virginia. She holds a B.A. from Middlebury College, an M.B.A. from Marlboro College, and a rubber chicken from the San Francisco Circus Center Clown Conservatory. IMPACT ON CWB - USA Clowns Without Borders prides itself on its agility. They had scheduled 12 international performance tours to refugee camps and sites of natural disaster in 2020. Unfortunately, they were only able to fulfil one before the onset of COVID-19. The organization had to recreate all of its programming, while also managing loss of funds and a volunteer base. Clowns Without Borders relies on professional circus performers, all of whom lost their work. Despite the pandemic, the organization was able to reach its target audience, performing and leading workshops (virtually) in refugee camps, shelters for migrants, and survivors of human trafficking. They created a series of PSA’s for the prevention of family violence and a speaker series about human rights, which is now being developed into a podcast. The organization anticipates that it will not be able to resume its normal operations (i.e international performance tours) until 2022. Local actions, like the proposed project, are now at the center of the organization’s mission. Where other resources are scarce, laughter can be renewable. Clowns Without Borders’ board includes two public health professionals, who have created stringent guidelines for any in person activities. The organization is familiar with working in high conflict situations and is adept at risk-management. *CWB-USA was not a Bozeman non-profit in 2019. The organization registered with the Montana Secretary of State in 2020. Page 42 of 196 5 IMPACT ON 406CIRQUE 406Cirque entered its third year of operations in 2020. In a matter of two weeks, all shows and classes were cancelled. While we initially thought this would be the end of our business, we joined other leaders from performing arts and childcare to design best practices for continuing our work in the community. By the time Phase 2 was adopted, we had established best practices protocols to help fulfill the urgent need for childcare. 406Cirque summer circus camp was then one of the most successful in the entire valley, with more than 70 campers throughout the summer, and zero cases or contagion whatsoever. The best proof of our commitment and the quality of our staff and safety protocols. Today, our commitment is more vivid than ever. In times of crisis we stand strong, and determined to keep exercising actively our desire to serve, accepting the challenges of the current times and willing to contribute from our place to the healing of our beloved Bozeman. Phases of the project: TIMETABLE Preparation: (January – February 2021) • Call to artists and teaching artists • Confirm audio-visual team and schedule • Contract artists • Secure locations and apply for permits • Rehearsal and curriculum-design • Props and costume construction • Build and troubleshoot online platforms (Digital classes, RSVP System) Implementation (March – May 2021) • 10 pop-up classes • 10 strolling performances • Publication of 10 DIY, at-home circus classes • Publication of 40 short films • Interviews with participants June - Reporting and Impact Assessment • Interviews with participants to measure impact • Compilation of audio-visual components. • Final reporting Page 43 of 196 6 Cost of the project: Budget Narrative: This project provides work for 20 performing arts professionals. Our commitment is to provide competitive wages for our employees. Management: The budget estimates 40 hours a month for both the Project Manager and Producer. Coaches (6) will be paid $100 per class, a rate that includes planning time and the extra set-up needed for COVID-19 precautions. Performers (6) will be paid for rehearsals (10) and parades/performances (10). One social media manager will be hired for four months to manage all digital content. Film editing is estimated at 100 hours, to film all phases of the project and produce approximately 50 short films. Page 44 of 196 7 Direct project costs include space rental for rehearsal and classes. While we plan to have classes outside whenever possible, we need to secure an indoor location in case of rain or snow. Production materials include performer PPE, costumes, and props. 406Cirque will cover each performer and coach on its liability insurance. Administrative costs are calculated at 17%. This includes accounting, payroll taxes, and operating expenses. Locations (to be confirmed) Classes The Emerson Center Story Mill Community Center Lindley Park Gallatin County Regional Park Parades Downtown Four corners Others ONLINE: ALL ACTIVITIES WILL HAVE ECHO THROUGH ZOOM AND SOCIAL MEDIA Useful links www.406cirque.com www.clownswithoutborders.org https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SrhW1Qhnk0Y&t=122s https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SQ-YOKloDDg&t=550s Page 45 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: T‐6 Advanced Training & Career Development Group  Amount Requested: $ 85,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 0  General Category:  Law Enforcement  Detailed Description Submitted:  T‐6 is a non‐profit organization of first responders in the Bozeman,  MT area that focus on teaching law enforcement officers a large verity of subject matter.  The  organization teaches courses with a volunteer staff, allowing all the funds obtain for training to be  used in advancing mental wellness in our officers.  Due to COVID‐19, all training contracts for the  fiscal year of 2020 were canceled as well as many for 2021.  This caused a massive reduction in the  amount of funding used to target as specific pilot study T‐6 was attempting to initiate.  This study  involved a new approach of using neuroscience technology proven to be successful in profession  sports and applying it to law enforcement officers to reduce use‐of‐force, in‐custody deaths, and  officer‐involved shootings.  The large majority of the funding was to purchase a MILO virtual reality  range system which could then bee donated to the Bozeman Police Department.  This system, along  with the new curriculum designed by T‐6 and the Carrick Institute of Neuroscience, would allow for  the pilot study to be tested.  The theory behind the study indicates that using the MILO system to  train officers to recognize and assess threatening verse non‐threatening body language (micro‐ behaviors).  What occurs through the training is officers learn to increase cognitive performance  significantly, even during high‐stress situations, resulting in better decision making and reducing  negative outcomes with citizens.  And, all done while ensuring officers are not second‐guessing  themselves and being harmed.  This science is used to train professional athletes to increase cognitive  processing under stress and has already been empirically proven.  We are now wanting to convert this  science to train law enforcement officers to do the same to avoid incidents where physical contact  can be avoided through alternative approaches and faster thinking.  With the continued reoccurrence  of questionable incidents involving law enforcement happening across the country, this pilot program  is needed now more than ever.  Unfortunately, COVID‐19 shutdown all avenues of funding to make  this happen.  Even Federal grants have been pushed out to 2022.  We, as in our police and citizens,  need something innovative to start now and not have to wait another year while more officers and  citizens are placed in negative situations.  All funds, if granted go strictly to purchasing the software  needed to implement this program.  None of the T‐6 staff is paid, and we are a 100% volunteer  organization.  The Bozeman Police Department would retain the MILO system after the training is  provided and the study is complete, benefiting the City of Bozeman, and the Bozeman Police  Department.  This also allows the Bozeman Police staff to continue the training and add advancement  to the de‐escalation tactics as the science moves forward.     Attachment: False  Contact Info:  Jessie Holton 3212890068 jessie_holton@knights.ucf.edu  Entity Address:  92 Baker Street N/A Belgrade MT 59714  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: N/A N/A N/A   0 0 0  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 2:02:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 46 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Active Family Services  Amount Requested: $ 50,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 5,000  General Category:  Recreation/Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Please see attached document   Attachment: True  Contact Info:  Steve Rast 2067956368 stever0321@gmail.com  Entity Address:  3212 Summerset Dr. N/A Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: N/A N/A N/A   0 0  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 10:53:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 47 of 196 12/21/2020 From: Stephen R Rast Via Online Submission To: Jeff Mihelich Bozeman City Manager Re: Bozeman Non-Profit COVID Relief Grant Requests I. Introduction The purpose of this letter is to provide a detailed description of the Funding Request including a description of operational and financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and description of benefit of the grant to the citizens of Bozeman in meeting immediate needs, as well as the grant’s lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic. II. Background In 2020 our nonprofit organization, Active Family Services (Tax EIN: 46-2753984) received a $24,000 grant from the State of Montana for its School-Aged Childcare Grant from the Montana Department of Public Health and Human Services. We used that money in a nonprofit-for profit collaboration with a 406 Cirque to fund their after school and winter camp programs by covering scholarships, rent and payroll for a program. It has already had tremendous benefit in the City of Bozeman both in the arts and public health of children. Since the funding of that grant from the state, I have been working on how to set up a similar program that will be more core to the mission of Active Family Services and to have an even greater impact in the Bozeman Community. Working with a local veteran-owned business, True Spirit CrossFit and Yoga, the renowned nonprofit Warriors and Quiet Waters as well as lining up a matching grant from the fitness equipment company BeaverFit we have come together quite quickly to come up with an opportunity for major impact in our community. III. Our Vision for this Grant: Listed at the bottom of the document will be contacts for business heads and organizations with whom we have a memorandum of understanding for this project and I encourage you to reach out to them for validation of this grant to hear firsthand how they envision the impact of this program. The program we are looking to build will serve the Veteran community of Bozeman by funding a mobile fitness unit. It can be pulled by most vehicles to locations of their choosing and will bring a paid fitness coach to carry out classes that enhance the health and wellbeing of our veteran organizations. Officer Jesse Holton of Bozeman Police and Marine Veteran, who runs the Veterans Court program has identified the difficulty in getting program participants to the gym and bringing a fitness unit and coach to them is seen as a tremendous benefit. Brian Gilman, Marine Veteran and Executive Director of Warriors and Quiet Waters was ecstatic about the chance to partner on this program as his board of directors has been looking to enhance the overall physical Page 48 of 196 wellbeing of their program participants. Leslie Allen, Marine Veteran and owner of True Sprit CrossFit in Bozeman has had to furlough employees due to COVID-19 related indoor training restrictions and is fully onboard with implementing this program and bolstering her business as a result. I also have meetings lined up with Big Sky Bravery to discuss collaboration, but it is after submission deadline, but preliminary conversations indicate that they will be onboard as well. Nick Vay, Director of Sales at BeaverFit USA is onboard to get us a mobile fitness unit below cost or free, we will be finding out the level of their commitment this week. Todd Widman of Missoula, Marine Veteran and head of training for CrossFit is also onboard to come to Bozeman to conduct a training seminar for the local coaches on adaptive and Veteran Training. IV. Our Ask: Active Family Services is requesting $50,000 to fund one year’s worth of on-site coaching and activity for the Veteran Service Organizations in Bozeman. We can cover the cost of the mobile fitness unit (link below with contacts) and have a plan to build commercial viability to fund future years but know that the initial financial lift to get this program going is what is needed and will impact hundreds of Veterans’ lives by improving their physical wellbeing and building community in a way that still follows social distancing protocols. That will cover business overhead expenses to pay True Spirit CrossFit, insurance, vehicle costs, equipment for the mobile unit, and additional training for the coaches for adaptive athletes and veterans provided by an accredited organization. I acknowledge that this grant process was hasty for the City of Bozeman to put together and review, and that our application is hasty as well. To pull in so many businesses and organizations this quickly, to come together on a project like this is something that speaks to the strength of our community. I applaud the City of Bozeman for dedicating so much of the CARES Act money received from the state to nonprofits and will work tirelessly to make every dollar of this grant go to work making an impact on our community and its Veterans. Feel free to reach out directly with any questions you might have or need for clarification. Recoverable Signature X Stephen R Rast Signed by: 45d3c330-849d-48ee-bb34-2412c771e338 Executive Director, Active Family Services Page 49 of 196 References for Verification: Brian Gilman, Executive Director at Warriors and Quiet Waters 760-500-2069 Jesse Holton, Director of Bozeman Veterans Court 321-289-0068 Leslie Allen, Owner of True Spirit CrossFit and Yoga 406-548-1393 Nick Vay, Director of Sales at BeaverFit USA 858-449-9810 Todd Widman, Director of Training for CrossFit 406-880-8307 Steve Rast, Executive Director at Active Family Services 206-795-6368 Page 50 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Bridgercare  Amount Requested: $ 50,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 50,000  General Category:  Medical  Detailed Description Submitted:  See attached.   Attachment: True  Contact Info:  Stephanie McDowell 4065870681ext.131 smcdowell@bridgercare.org  Entity Address:  1288 N 14th Ave  201 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Yellowstone Club Community Foundation One  Valley Community Foundation/Greater Gallatin United Way State COVID Relief Funding   10,000  10,000 220,000  Date Submitted:  12/18/2020 6:13:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 51 of 196 Detailed description of the Funding Request including description of operational and financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and description of benefit of the grant to the citizens of Bozeman in meeting immediate needs, as well as if the grant will have lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic. Attach a form as necessary. The City may contact applicants for additional information, if needed. Dear Jeff Mihelich and Bozeman City Commissioners, Bridgercare, the local nonprofit reproductive health clinic for south central Montana, is requesting $50,000 in emergency COVID relief funding from the city of Bozeman under the “Physical health or medical assistance” priority area. Bridgercare Services and Demographics: For those who aren’t familiar with Bridgercare, Bridgercare is located in Bozeman and is the only Title X family planning clinic in south central Montana. Bridgercare’s mission is to provide excellent, affordable reproductive and sexual healthcare and education in a safe, supportive, empowering atmosphere. Services include birth control, annual wellness exams for all genders, STI testing and treatment, pregnancy tests and options counseling, cancer screenings, vaccination, infection checks, pelvic pain, mental health screening and referrals, LGBTQ+ services, and genetic cancer testing/counseling. Bridgercare’s purpose is to give people the education and tools they need to take control of their own health and make decisions that align with their values and future goals. We see over 5,000 patients a year from Gallatin, Madison, Park, and Sweet Grass counties. Patients are people of all genders of reproductive age which ranges from teens throughout adulthood, and live in surrounding towns and counties, many of which are frontier rural regions. In Fiscal Year 2020, 84% of patients were women, 15% were men, and we saw 131 trans visits. 19% of our patient visits were teens. The majority of patients are white, and last year, the clinic saw 24 visits in which the patient had Limited English Proficiency (usually Spanish-speaking patients), although it should be noted that our Spanish speaking patient numbers have noticeably increased in the last 3 months (which we are thrilled to see!). Patients include many MSU students and seasonal workers, such as those who staff ski resorts in the Big Sky area and Yellowstone National Park. Bridgercare utilizes a sliding fee scale in which patient fees are based on their income. No one is ever turned away from services due to inability to pay, and patients of all economic status are seen at Bridgercare. In Fiscal Year 2020, 60% of clinic visits received a discount via the sliding fee scale. (The sliding fee scale begins discounts when a patient’s household is up to 250% of the federal poverty income level, which is considered low-income.) How the COVID-19 Pandemic has affected Bridgercare: In the first three months of the pandemic, Bridgercare experienced an immediate $500,000 shortfall due to the fallout of COVID-19. That deficit has since been made up through federal PPP money, state grants, and the immense generosity of our local community! The people of Bozeman have made it clear that they believe in Bridgercare and want these services to continue without disruption throughout these challenging times. Page 52 of 196 In the first two weeks of the pandemic, Bridgercare transitioned all of their services to telehealth to protect both patients and staff. As we have learned more about transmission and safely providing services in these extraordinary times, we have moved to a blended model of telehealth and in person visits. The use of telehealth has added additional costs to our annual operating budget as has the need for rigorous cleaning regimens to keep patients and staff safe during in person visits. Additionally, we are seeing a large increase in the number of patients accessing care at Bridgercare right now. In September, we saw an increase of 8.7% in patient number over last year (approximately 54 more visits than in 2019). October showed the same trend and was up 6.4% over last year, with an increase of 43 appointments in that month alone. The increase in demand for our services does not show any indication of slowing down any time soon. And with the growth of our valley right now, we predict and need to prepare for this elevated patient number to be the new normal. In fact, we have just hired a new Patient Care Coordinator and are in the process of hiring a new Medical Assistant to simply meet current demand. While it is very encouraging to see more people proactively taking care of their health especially during a pandemic, this is a double edged sword as we now require more funding to both keep pace with the current demonstrated need and also advance our work more broadly in the community. In summary, COVID-19 itself has created addition and ongoing costs (telehealth, cleaning supplies, etc), as has the increase in number of patients Bridgercare is serving (staffing costs, more need for discounted services, etc). In addition to the salaries of the two new staff members mentioned above which increases our annual expenses, 60% of our patients receive a discount on our sliding fee scale and we offer all referrals from our local domestic violence advocacy agency free completely free care regardless of income. The expenses of these two programs increases directly with the number of patients being served. Breakdown of increased monthly spending for Bridgercare: $6,000/month in extra staffing costs (Additional Medical Assistant and Patient Care Coordinator) $1,000 overtime pay to cover when people are out on quarantine $325/month now on PPE and extra cleaning supplies $280/month in extra tech costs (telehealth, Zoom, etc) TOTAL: Total/month = $7,605 This $50,000 would cover these additional costs and would get us through 6-7 more months of the pandemic! And by late summer, we (like the rest of the world) are hoping to see the majority of people vaccinated and a marked decrease in the community spread of COVID-19. Immediate Benefits of Granting Funding to Bridgercare: This grant will be used to support Bridgercare’s services which take pressure off of Urgent Cares, the health department, our local Emergency Room so they can focus on COVID patients. These facilities are Page 53 of 196 overwhelmed with screening and treating COVID patients in addition to their normal caseloads. By treating pelvic pain, STIs testing/treatment/contact tracing, infection, anxiety and depression, sexual assault, and patients experiencing intimate partner violence at Bridgercare, we can help take the heat off these already stressed frontline clinics and healthcare workers. Also health departments in rural areas are inundated with COVID tracing and new protocols. And thus family planning and preventative care has largely been put on hold in many small, one-stop-shop community health clinics. This makes Bridgercare’s ability to absorb more patients that much more important to ensure we are available to all who need us right now. In fact, absorbing patient overflow from other facilities both locally and across the region could explain the increase in patient demands at our facility, in addition to the overall growth in our valley and the need for affordable healthcare options. Long Term Benefits of Granting Funding to Bridgercare: Just because there is a global pandemic doesn’t mean the need for high quality and comprehensive healthcare stops. This is especially true when it comes to reproductive healthcare. Having access to birth control and regular STI screenings can help people avoid unintended pregnancies and long lasting consequences of an untreated infection (which can cause infertility and lifelong struggles). Preventative care, like annual exams and cancer screening, have always been key to a long and healthy life. How heartbreaking would it be to survive the pandemic only to be diagnosed with stage 4 cancer that could have been treated had it been caught earlier? Additionally, experts believe that the emotional toll this pandemic is taking on people’s mental health will impact our communities for years to come. Because of this reason and the overall dismal access to mental health services in Montana, Bridgercare is currently onboarding a full time medical social worker. With their help, Bridgercare will now be able to offer whole-person health to all of our patients and make sure that both their physical and mental needs are cared for in a place where they already feel safe and respected. Lastly, your investment today in Bridgercare is an investment is a brighter future for all people in Gallatin Valley. This grant would allow Bridgercare to meet the evolving needs of our growing population, employ more local workers, and elevate the health of 5,000+ patients a year regardless of their insurance coverage or ability to pay. Thank you for caring for all of our Bridgercare patients, especially this year and especially those who live at the intersection of so many social and economic injustices. May this grant be a big step towards equity for all in our beloved valley. In solidarity, Stephanie McDowell Executive Director Page 54 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Gallatin County Love INC  Amount Requested: $ 50,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 50,000  General Category:  Basic Needs/Clothing  Detailed Description Submitted:  Love INC's vision is to come alongside our neighbors in need to bring  them from surviving to thriving. To do this we meet material needs to quiet the crisis and then enter  into a relationship with our clients to help them piece their lives back together.     From the Bozeman Non‐Profit COVID Relief Grant, we are requesting $50,000 dollars. This would be  broken up into 3 main areas: our supply delivery ministry ($17,000), providing financial assistance to  those hurt by the pandemic ($20,000), and our free retail clothing store, The Clothes Closet ($13,000).  Due to COVID‐19, Love INC has had to close the majority of our physical ministry sites.      During the closure, Love INC has been working primarily from the Love INC Building and has been  delivering items to the doorsteps of our neighbors in need. Volunteers are delivering personal care  items, food, clothing, linens, furniture, and computers to those in need of them. From the start of the  pandemic through July, we have been able to meet 2599 needs through the delivery of 681 boxes of  goods. As these needs continue to increase, Love INC has struggled to keep up with the demand  despite the overwhelming generosity of our community.     We would use the requested funding to procure and deliver more goods to help our neighbors in  need.We are also requesting your support in providing financial assistance to individuals and families  negatively impacted by the COVID‐19 pandemic. Under normal circumstances, many of the members  of our community are just one bill away from crisis as living costs increase in Gallatin County. Due to  the pandemic, the crisis is upon them as many are out of work and relying only on unemployment or  recently returning to work. Love INC would use these funds to help our neighbors in need quiet the  crisis and help in their struggle to get back on their feet.     All needs are vetted through the Love INC Clearinghouse. When a client calls into the helpline they  are interviewed by an in‐take volunteer who starts a relationship with them, listens to their story, and  begins to determine the underlying causes of their felt needs. The client is asked to complete a  release of information for us to be able to advocate on their behalf. Then, we verify the need and  conduct a budget session with them. We connect them with the resources and volunteers necessary  to begin resolving the circumstances that are causing the crisis. If a part of those circumstances is  financial, we then confirm the amounts with the creditor and issue payments directly to them. Our  hope would be to use these funds to help clients with bills to quiet the crisis while working to resolve  it. Relief is prioritized based on the severity of the need and the sustainability of the recipient after  receiving financial assistance. The goal is for the financial help to be able to actually resolve an issue  and not just apply a temporary solution, wherein the client would need the same financial aid as an  ongoing issue. We strive to help the clients to reach a finish line, of sorts, where their current crisis is  resolved, and where a new starting line can be achieved while achieving progress towards a state of  thriving.    Finally, we are requesting $13,000 for our Clothes Closet Ministry. The Clothes Closet located in  Belgrade, MT, is utilized by the largest number of clients of all our Ministries. In 2019, the Clothes  Closet was able to meet over 12,000 needs. This ministry is the only Gallatin County non‐profit  Page 55 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  providing free clothing and accessories year‐round since The Kiwanis Closet closed its doors in 2018.  The Love INC Clothes Closet is entirely staffed by partner church volunteers. Since the onset of COVID,  this ministry has moved to an appointment‐only basis as Love INC works to gain more volunteers to  open the store to full capacity. Our goal is to continue to deepen our relationship with those in need  through the volunteers engaging them and to discovering other underlying needs where Love INC can  be of assistance. Our volunteers gather this information and report back to our Clearinghouse  staff/volunteers who contact the clients and begin a deeper relationship. We are requesting  approximately $13,000 to cover the rent and utilities of the Clothes Closet.   Attachment: False  Contact Info:  Charles Moll 9704851361 communications@loveincgc.org  Entity Address:  141 Discovery Dr 201 Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Gianforte Foundation Gillhousen Family Foundation  Cora Foundation   50,000 25,000 50,000  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 12:22:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 56 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Gallatin Valley Land Trust  Amount Requested: $ 50,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 50,000  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  The Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT) connects people, communities,  and open lands through conservation of working farms and ranches, healthy rivers, and wildlife  habitat, and the creation of trails in the Montana headwaters of the Missouri and Upper Yellowstone  Rivers. Since 1990, GVLT and the City of Bozeman have partnered to create and maintain the “Main  Street to the Mountains” trail system, a network of interconnected neighborhood trails that now  stretches from the Bridger to the Gallatin Mountains.     GVLT saw heavy use of its community trails this spring, summer and fall as people sought refuge in  the outdoors after being stuck at home for months on end during the COVID pandemic. This spring,  according to our digital trail counter along the Gallagator Trail, trail use was up 35%, and we counted  a record 220,000 trail users over the past 12 months at that one point along the Gallagator. Our trails  and trailheads are beginning to show the wear and tear. Typically, our spring is a flurry of Discovery  Walks and community events to encourage exploration of trails and connection outdoors. When  Covid became our new normal, we quickly pivoted and transitioned our community building activities  into virtual and socially distanced experiences. We knew people needed time outside more than ever,  so we produced virtual Discovery Walk videos on birding and outdoor science for kids. Our NextGen  Advisory Board changed their Pop‐Up Picnic event into a Picnic with Your People social media  campaign encouraging independent picnics using growers and restaurants in the local food system.     To bring some smiles to kids and families stuck at home, we partnered with Random Acts of Silliness,  a children’s theater company, to host safe and socially distant family improv in City parks and  Flutterby Thicket, a magical fairy house village along the Gallagator Trail. We adapted. We responded  to our community because we knew our community needed us.     Unfortunately, with increased use, came increased trash, pet waste and user‐conflicts. We even saw  an uptick in vandalism of trail infrastructure. All those boots and bike tires, along with a wet spring,  caused soil erosion, multiple trails began forming where only single‐track trails existed before, and  natural resource damages began to show. GVLT relies heavily on the generosity of people from the  community volunteering to care for our trail system. With over 80 miles of trails under stewardship by  GVLT and the City of Bozeman and a limited budget for trail maintenance, volunteers help us keep our  trails in relatively good shape. This year was especially challenging in our battle to keep the trails  humming. We recorded less than half our normal volunteer hours.     Some corporate groups who usually support GVLT with cash donations based on the number of  volunteers who engage in trail work opted out of the program this year. At the end of November,  GVLT was over 30% behind our individual unrestricted fundraising goal for the year.     Still, we continue to plan for the future. We have not slowed down. We have not backed away from  our mission of trails and conservation. In order to adapt to fewer trail volunteers, GVLT was more  aggressive in contracting trail work out to professional trail builders and maintenance staff this  summer. Evidence of this could be seen in the Highland Glen Nature Preserve, where heavy  equipment operators worked to improve drainage and smooth the trail tread, debraiding the trail  Page 57 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  where it was obvious users were beginning to create two, or even three, “new” trails as they sought  drier ground during the muddy spring and early summer.     We continue to plan for future projects like Highland Glen, where we’ve partnered with Bozeman  Health and the Gallatin Mental Health Center to expand the trail system in order to reach into  communities who need the physical and mental health benefits trails provide. The Highland Glen  Expansion Project focuses on those most impacted by Covid: the elderly, people with limited mobility,  people in need of mental health care, and residents of low‐income neighborhoods.    Background In 2013, the Gallatin Valley Land Trust (GVLT), the City of Bozeman, and Bozeman Health,  in partnership, created the Highland Glen Nature Preserve Trail System, a 4.5 mile network of single  track hiking and biking trails in a rare, uninterrupted natural area on 450 acres of open land, just a half  mile from Main Street in Bozeman. Since its inception, Highland Glen has been a well‐loved recreation  destination used by hikers, mountain bikers, Nordic skiers, dog walkers, birders, and trail runners  seeking the incredible health benefits of outdoor recreation.    The “Highland Glen Trail Expansion Project” seeks to create two new trails that enhance both  connectivity and accessibility to the existing trails in Highland Glen. The “Mental Health Connector  Trail” will provide trail connectivity directly to the campus of the Gallatin Mental Health Center, as  well as to the Comstock Apartments, a low‐income Housing community on Bozeman’s east side. The  “Universally Accessible Trail at Highland Glen” will provide a different kind of trail experience, with a  focus on providing trail access to people with limited mobility and adaptive trail use equipment. Both  trails will lead directly to the main campus of Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital, the Gallatin  Valley’s largest health care facility.The Mental Health Connector Trail Building the Mental Health  Connector was originally imagined as a way to connect the more than 2,000 people who visit the  Gallatin Mental Health Center annually to the natural, therapeutic qualities of Highland Glen. At the  same time, this new trail will provide direct access for residents of low‐income, multi‐family housing  adjacent to Highland Glen. Removed from the hustle and bustle of downtown Bozeman, Highland  Glen Nature Preserve has beautiful views of the surrounding mountains, live water, abundant bird  life, and the occasional cow grazing on native grasses in the coulee.     Outdoor recreation has obvious physical health benefits, but oftentimes the mental health benefits of  trails are overlooked. According to the National Alliance on Mental Illness, one in five U.S. adults  experiences some degree of mental illness. Meanwhile, the National Recreation and Parks Association  (NRPA) has documented ample research correlating positive mental health outcomes with spending  time in nature. NRPA recommends the following for planning access to nature and recreation areas to  create positive mental health outcomes:  •  Add greenspace and bluespace places, activities, and views closer in and equitably around the  community;  •  Help people start and continue green or blue activities, especially in times of high stress;  •  Make spaces and programs fit the needs of nearby users;  •  Make green spaces serve multiple activities and uses;  •  Support longer visits;  •  Reconsider barriers to use;  •  Identify and promote awareness of parks and natural areas.Highland Universally Accessible  Trail  Page 58 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  The Universally Accessible Trail will create a safe, sustainable, loop trail with connections to existing  gravel trails at Peets Hill, Sunset Hills, and in the Knolls subdivision, Montana’s first “active adult”  specific neighborhood for people 55 and older. This trail will also be adjacent to Aspen Pointe and  Hillcrest Senior Living, a large independent and assisted living facility. Universally Accessible trails  follow design and construction guidelines prioritizing planning and operation of trails that are  accessible by all people, especially people who use walking aids, wheelchairs, hand cycles and other  adaptive recreational equipment. Wider trails encourage social interaction and companionship, and  facilitates caregivers or aides joining individuals on their outings. This trail will provide a similar  natural setting to the nearby single track trail system, but with a wider, smoother and more stable  trail surface to accommodate users of all ages and abilities.    Building A More Inclusive, Healthy Community ‐ The Highland Glen trail expansion project specifically  addresses GVLT’s efforts to be more inclusive in how and where we build trails. By choosing to  partner with GVLT to locate trails directly adjacent to major medical treatment facilities in the Gallatin  Valley, Bozeman Health and the Gallatin Mental Health Center are providing enduring tools for  enhancing and sustaining the health of their patients and the broader community. GVLT intentionally  highlights the Highland Glen Nature Preserve in its “Trails Prescription” literature (see attachments)  available in both English and Spanish at health care providers across the Gallatin Valley. The Trails Rx  program emphasizes both the physical and mental health benefits of outdoor recreation, particularly  trail‐based recreation. Providers use the Trails Rx brochure to prescribe a plan of care for patients  that includes regular walking, biking or running routes.     GVLT is proposing to build this expansion project in two phases, with the Mental Health Connector  scheduled to be constructed in 2021. All trail and infrastructure projects will be performed by licensed  contractors who specialize in trail building and maintenance work. Each contract will be overseen by  GVLT’s professional trail staff. GVLT will also engage volunteers to help smooth and shape newly built  trail with hand tools and install trail and trailhead signage. The Mental Health Connector Trail will  wind a half mile past a historic farmstead, across a meandering stream, where it will connect to trails  heading south toward the Gallatin Mountains, and west, connecting directly into the Bozeman Health  Deaconess Hospital campus. The project includes building a bridge over the stream, enhancing  perimeter fencing, and installing a gate at the northeast end of Bozeman Health property. This trail  will connect to a part of town that is largely cut off from Bozeman’s park and trail system. In  particular, the Mental Health Connector will provide brand new access for residents of the Comstock  Apartments. These apartments were built through the Low‐Income Housing Tax Credit (LIHTC)  program, so a number of units are set aside for lower income households earning less than 60% of the  area median income. A total of 91 units make up the complex. Another 102‐unit apartment complex  is directly across the street, and a 200+ home subdivision is also nearby.The Universally Accessible  trail will be a .75 mile‐long, six‐foot wide gravel fines path, built to accommodate people of all abilities  on foot or nonmotorized, wheeled conveyance. Universally Accessible trails feature superior drainage  and surface stability, allowing rain and snow melt to percolate down, leaving the trail tread drier than  the surrounding landscape. Its smooth, even surface is perfect for accommodating adaptive trail  equipment, including walkers and equipment used in physical therapy.  The trail will be groomed for  cross country skiing in the winter through a partnership with Bridger Ski Foundation. Highland Glen is  part of GVLT’s “Main Street to the Mountains” trail system, which provides public access to trails that  connect from Main Street in Bozeman to State and Federal lands north and south of town, all without  stepping off the nonmotorized trail network. The Highland Glen Nature Trail Expansion Project will  Page 59 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  provide even more people with direct access to this incredible network, and provide others with safe,  accessible ways to enjoy the health benefits of outdoor recreation.    GVLT has a long, successful history of trail building in the community, and the Highland Glen  Expansion project represents a significant step forward for our organization’s goal to be more  inclusive. By lowering barriers to use, bringing recreation opportunities closer to homes and health  care facilities, providing equitable access, and making trails serve multiple uses, we can bring the  physical and mental health benefits these trails provide to communities who need them.    Budget ‐ GVLT is seeking $50,000 from the City of Bozeman Covid relief grant program to help fund its  trail building and maintenance efforts in 2021. We respectfully request $25,000 to help fund the  building of the Highland Glen Nature Preserve Expansion Project detailed above, and $25,000 to help  fund trail restoration and maintenance in the spring and summer. Please see attached budget for  details. Trail maintenance and restoration projects are supervised by GVLT’s professional trails staff.  Our project managers are qualified to perform skilled trail projects and oversee volunteer staff.  Because of the large volume of volunteer work on the trails, GVLT staff resources are highly  leveraged. In a “regular” year without Covid, our staff regularly oversee roughly a dozen volunteers in  the field at a time, and we typically record close to 1,000 hours of volunteer service on the trails  annually. Every dollar invested in GVLT staff who oversee volunteers results in an exponential  investment in our community trail system.  Attachment: True  Contact Info:  Matt Parsons 4065798940 matt@gvlt.org  Entity Address:  212 S Wallace Ave 101 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Blue Cross Blue Shield MT Bozeman Health First  Security Bank Arthur Blank Foundation One Valley Community Foundation 50,000 11,500 10,000  15,000  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 7:05:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 60 of 196 AnnualReport2020 Page 61 of 196 Dear Friends of GVLT, Chet is so right that this Annual Report is foremost a reflection of you. On behalf of the Board of Directors, thank you for supporting GVLT’s work in times that undoubtedly included significant hardship for you. Your generosity to us — and countless others — amidst so much challenge is the epitome of community and we will never forget it. With your help, GVLT accomplished big things in 2020. Together, we: • Protected wildlife habitat and a popular hiking trail in the Bridger Mountains by purchasing 160 privately owned acres in Middle Cottonwood Canyon, now to become part of the Gallatin National Forest. • Permanently conserved an additional 1,200 acres of open land, supporting local farming, viewsheds, wildlife and water quality through six new easements. • Inspired significant new investments in local land conservation by county and federal governments. • Championed trail planning in the fastest-growing portions of our valley to assure safer, easier, more enjoyable walking and biking. Our Board and Staff have marveled at your impact. We hear seemingly from everyone: “Being outdoors on the trails and having open land and beauty around has been my salvation this year!” Never before have we heard so many fellow residents extol their reconnection with friends and renewal of spirits, and say explicitly how grateful they are to live in a community that places high priority on these values. Hear, hear! From all of us at GVLT: Thank you! Jon Catton FROM THE CHAIRMANFROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Dear GVLT Supporter, Thank you for welcoming my family and me to the Bozeman community and the GVLT family. I have enjoyed meeting and getting to know many of you over the past few months as we have hiked trails and conversed over the ubiquitous Zoom calls. I look forward to getting to know you better over the coming months and years, hopefully face to face. I remain humbled to take the helm as GVLT’s Executive Director. Over the past decade, GVLT has grown to be one of the strongest, most respected Land Trusts in the nation. Your support has made that possible. As I learn more about the challenges and needs of this growing community and our strategic vision as an organization, I am grateful to be supported by such talented staff and such a dedicated Board. As you’ll read in this report, this was an exceptionally successful year at GVLT. From what I have seen since I started in May, I have no doubt that we will persevere and continue to excel in our mission. During the COVID-19 pandemic we have discovered that our conserved lands and trails are critical infrastructure for supporting physical and mental health. We have all been so lucky to weather the storm here, in the Gallatin Valley, where we have wide open spaces and access to the outdoors. Your annual support has buoyed us through uncertain waters and allowed us to press on with our mission when our community needs us most. The stories in these pages are yours; we hope you’re proud of what we’ve done together this last year. I look forward to being your partner on more stories like these in the coming years. Thank you. Chet Work Page 62 of 196 The challenges of a growing community shaped our recent strategic plan. As we reflect on year two of that three- year plan, we see that those same challenges are mounting and our work has become simultaneously more important, and more difficult, than ever. Still, despite a leadership transition and a pandemic, GVLT had one of our most successful years yet. As you will see through the pages in this report, our foot remained firmly on the gas pedal, moving us toward our strategic goals. STRATEGIC PLAN The recently conserved Visser Ranch has been home for the Visser Family (and lots of critters) since the 1940’s.The recently conserved Visser Ranch has been home for the Visser Family (and lots of critters) since the 1940’s. 2019-2022OUR GOALS: Ensure appropriate CONSERVATION easement STEWARDSHIP & compliance by maintaining, enhancing, & protecting conservation values. BUILD more high quality, accessible, connected TRAILS. DEVELOP new conservation and trail-building FINANCE TOOLS. STRENGTHEN strategic trail PARTNERSHIPS. Working within our geographic focus areas, complete high quality & enduring LAND CONSERVATION projects that provide significant community benefit. Maintain & STEWARD community TRAILS. BUILD an inclusive COMMUNITY of informed, engaged, & caring individuals who will steward & respect our open lands and trails. ADVOCATE for LAND conservation tools & the importance of connected TRAILS in land use planning processes. INTRODUCTION Page 63 of 196 C a m p C r e e k E ast G all a ti n R i v e r B r i d g e r C r e e k G a l l a t i n R i v e r R oc k y C r e e k B o z e m a n C r e e k M i d d le C r e e k BOZEMAN BELGRADE GALLATIN GATEWAY MANHATTAN2020 was one of our most successful and busiest years ever for land conservation projects. We strategically conserved 1,239 acres with six easements and purchased 160 acres in our conservation focus areas throughout the Gallatin and Paradise Valleys. LAND CONSERVATION An additional 86 ACRES were added to an existing easement for a total of 186 ACRES conserved along the East Gallatin River 313 ACRES of prime farmland near the East Gallatin River, Spring Family Farm 779 ACRES of native grasslands & pasture along Norris Road, Visser Ranch 30 ACRES of Gallatin River frontage & wildlife habitat, Kurland-Gadd Property NEW GVLT EASEMENTS 2020 GVLT LAND AQUISITION CONSERVED PRIVATE LAND PUBLIC LAND 160 ACRES purchased, protecting access & wildlife habitat in Middle Cottonwood Canyon 10 ACRES along a quarter-mile of the Yellowstone River, Legacy Lookout — Paradise Valley 21 ACRES of secure habitat near the West Fork of the Gallatin River Andesite Reserve — Big Sky Page 64 of 196 A volunteer plants willow starts along a creek bed. The tops are clipped so that energy will go toward root establishment. Our Stewardship staff visit each of our 114 conservation easements annually to ensure compliance with the conservation easement and connect landowners with resources to enhance the conservation values of their land. These partnerships with landowners cover over 49,000 acres throughout our service area in Gallatin, Park, Madison, and Meagher counties. This year, we received a $50,000 donation from The Mysun Charitable Foundation to plant trees over the next five years. The trees will be planted in honor of Penelope Pierce, former GVLT Executive Director, so that her legacy will take root and support the landscape she loves in the years to come. This summer we planted trees along the Sourdough Trail near Tuckerman Park to address erosion and restore the stream bank. CONSERVATION STEWARDSHIP This spring, we purchased a 160-acre property in Middle Cottonwood Canyon permanently protecting the Middle Cottonwood trail corridor and surrounding wildlife habitat from development forever. This achievement marks the completion of a strategic goal — to execute a project that weaves together our dual mission of trails and conservation. The scenic property is located in the West Bridger Mountains, approximately six miles northeast of Bozeman. The entire parcel is critical winter range for elk and mule deer and also contains the first half-mile of the popular Middle Cottonwood Trail. The purchase secured perpetual public access to the trail and the public lands which surround the property on three sides. We are currently working to transfer the property to the care of the United States Forest Service, which already manages the Middle Cottonwood Trail and the surrounding lands. Bridger views from the Middle Cottonwood trail. LAND CONSERVATION Page 65 of 196 In 2015, GVLT and 17 partner groups received a $3.8 million Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP) award from the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). The funds were used to help 7 local families place conservation easements on their family farms and ranches totaling over 2600 acres and to complete 6 land stewardship projects on fertile farmland across Gallatin County. This funding was leveraged with dollars from the Gallatin County Open Lands Program and landowner donations and produced $21 million in total conservation value. Based on the success of the program, GVLT was awarded a full $3.8 million renewal of the RCPP award. This funding will allow GVLT and partners to continue focused and strategic conservation efforts in the rapidly developing Gallatin Valley. We’re excited to continue working with with local farmers and ranchers to secure important agricultural lands and reduce urban sprawl. The conservation of the LF dairy farm was made possible by funding from the NRCS Regional Conservation Partnership Program. DEVELOP FINANCE TOOLSADVOCATE FOR LAND & TRAILS Great trail systems don’t happen by accident – they require an inspiring vision, thoughtful planning, community input, and collaboration. Through our participation in local government planning, GVLT identified an opportunity in the rapidly developing triangle between Bozeman, Four Corners, and Belgrade. This area is becoming more and more residential but has no plan for future trail connectivity. Without a plan, trails develop in fragments that are challenging, costly or virtually impossible to connect in the future. This year, GVLT partnered with Gallatin County to develop a Triangle Area Trail Plan. The planning process is just beginning and will rely on community input to envision how people will move safely through this area for recreation and transportation. It will guide non-motorized infrastructure development in this Area and will be implemented as development continues. The process begins with an evaluation of existing trails in the Triangle Area. Page 66 of 196 Bozeman’s west side has a vibrant trail system anchored by the 100-acre Gallatin County Regional Park.Volunteers from Wisetail whistle while they work on improving Triple Tree Trail. BUILD TRAILSSTEWARD TRAILS In newer areas, on Bozeman’s west side, paths lead people through beautiful neighborhoods but also lead to busy streets with no crosswalks or bike lanes, or they dead-end at curbs or across from undeveloped properties. Without clear signage, trail users struggle to find existing trails that can safely take them to destinations like schools, parks, playgrounds and commercial centers. This year we launched the East/West Connector Trail project to ensure that trails on the west side are connected safely to each other and help move people to the existing trails and parks on the east side of town. We have identified the small connections, safety improvements, and signage needs that will put the finishing touches on a robust, off-street pathway system for Bozeman’s west side. Our trails staff, along with two seasonal AmeriCorps interns serving through Montana Conservation Corps, worked diligently to improve trail conditions and mitigate impacts. We worked safely with 30 groups and 230 volunteers on trail rehabilitation projects at Triple Tree, Painted Hills, and Highland Glen. We continue to add and maintain trailhead kiosk and totem wayfinding signage on the Main Street to the Mountains trail system. Our trails saw heavy use this summer as people turned to the outdoors during the coronavirus shutdown. Page 67 of 196 TOP: Random Acts of Silliness (RAOS) brought safe and spirited entertainment to families in Lindley Park. photo: Doug Loneman BOTTTOM LEFT: NextGen Advisory Board’s #picnicwithyourpeople promoted the power of eating (and sharing!) local food. BOTTOM RIGHT: Kids of all ages found wonder and relief in the whimsy of Flutterby Thicket. Springtime is normally a flurry of events to encourage the community to get outside. Knowing COVID-19 would draw people to nature more than ever, we quickly adapted our community activities into virtual and socially-distanced experiences. We produced Discovery Walk videos on birding and outdoor science for kids. Our NextGen Advisory Board’s Pop-Up Picnic became a Picnic with Your People social media campaign encouraging picnickers to patronize our local growers and restaurants. To bring smiles to kids and families stuck at home, we partnered with Random Acts of Silliness, a children’s theater company, to host safe and socially distant family improv in the park and Flutterby Thicket, a magical fairy house village along the Gallagator Trail. Southern views of the Gallatin Foothills across the meadow in Tuckerman Park.Southern views of the Gallatin Foothills across the meadow in Tuckerman Park. STRENGTHEN PARTNERSHIPS This year made clear that trails and open space are critically important infrastructure for resilient communities. When the pandemic reached our state and residents were asked to stay at home, our community turned to the trails as a respite for their physical and emotional health. We quickly partnered with the City of Bozeman, US Forest Service, Gallatin Health Department, and other land managers to install signage and share messaging about social distancing outdoors. We continue to regularly emphasize the importance of fresh air, movement, and a smile from a fellow trail user to manage these stressful times. BUILD COMMUNITY Page 68 of 196 PARTNERS We have learned from experience that working together is what matters most. Our diverse partnerships are critical to the success of our mission. Thank you to all our partners. STAFF & BOARD BOARD Mark Kehke, Chair Jon Catton, Vice Chair Meghann McKenna, Secretary Bill Cochran, Treasurer Karin Boyd Lauren Caselli Cathy Costakis Susan Dana Mike Ellig Dr. Tracy Fairbanks Katy Hood Sam James Lawrie Lieberman Jeff Ott Will Price Keith Reed Deb Stephenson GVLT staff. Not pictured: Matt Parsons, Lucas Cain STAFF Penelope Pierce, Outgoing Executive Director Chet Work, Incoming Executive Director Peter Brown, Stewardship Director Lucas Cain, Stewardship Manager Dan Center, Finance Director & Trails Project Manager Kristin How, Lands Project Manager Chad Klinkenborg, Lands Project Manager Matt Marcinek, Trails Project Manager Hannah Overton, Development & Communications Coordinator Matt Parsons, Trails Director EJ Porth, Associate Director Laura Prindiville, Philanthropy Director Brendan Weiner, Lands Director Page 69 of 196 FUNDRAISING 16% EDUCATION 9% MANAGEMENT & GENERAL 14% TRAILS 20% LANDS 41% JULY 1, 2019 - JUNE 30, 2020 Expenses by Program TOTAL EXPENSES FY20 $1,517,591 Revenues by Source TOTAL REVENUE FY20 $2,298,604 INVESTMENT INCOME 11% CONTRIBUTIONS 34% GRANTS 15% EVENTS 13% OTHER 7% FINANCIAL REPORT The Montana Community Foundation manages an additional endowment of $221,890 on behalf of GVLT. Total Assets FY20 $7,540,295 LAND VALUE DONATION 20% CURRENT ASSETS & CASH $3,505,283 STEWARDSHIP FUND $1,540,696 ENDOWMENT FUND $1,742,316 LAND $752,000 Page 70 of 196 DONORSDONORS • Bill Gum • Sue & Jim Hamilton • Annmarie & Jeffrey Hamling • Lucian Hand • CD & Hap Happel • HC Catalyst Fund • Colby Hall & Benjamin Heller • Elizabeth Wakeman Henderson Charitable Foundation • Roxanne and Clifford Hoblitt • Kate Clayton & Joe Hogan • Intrinsik Architecture* • Sam James • Wynn Jessup • Margaret & Gary Kachadurian* • Barbara & Ken Kaufman • Rosemary & Kim Keating* • James Kelley • Courtney King • Sal & Carol Lalani* • Sandy & Pat LaPointe • Lark Hotel • Alan Larson • Lori & Scott Lawson • LexisNexis Risk Solutions • Moira & Lawrie Lieberman* • Lone Mountain Sports • June & Tom Lowery • Makowski Conservation Trust • Susan & B Lee Mallory* • MarMonTor Foundation • Anne & Middleton Martin • Maryanne & Tim Mayeda • Daniel McCarthy • McDowell Foundation • Bill McGrail • Meghann McKenna • Thomas McKim • Joshua J. Meyer • The Millmont Foundation • Dwight Minton • Cathy & Foster Mobley* • Iris Model • Montana Association of Land Trusts • Maryanne Mott • Brooke & Will Muggia* • Donna Murphrey • Mystery Ranch • New York Life Insurance • Northwestern Energy • Oboz • Marcia & Persifor Oliver • On Site Management, Inc. • Owenhouse Ace Hardware • Eva & Duncan Patten • Timothy Paulick • Patricia McKernan & Charles Petrie* • Whitney & Nancy Peyton • Michael Phillips • Renae & Jonathan Pine • Kandi Davis & Terry Povah • Barbara & Denis Prager • Tricia & Timothy Preheim • Caroline & Will Price* • Cynthia Prince-Fox • Diane & Cory Pulfrey • Marilyn & Denny Raffensperger • REI, Inc • Liz & David Richards • Karen Filipovich & Tony Roberts • Rocky Mountain Credit Union • Sandra Roe* • Rotary Foundation • Timothy Rote • Sacajawea Hotel • Sally & Robert Sands* • Kelsey Sather • Stephen Schachman • The Schaub Foundation • Schlauch/Bottcher Construction • Jean & Steve Schnee • Robert Schumacher • Sara & Sam Schwerin • Lois Short • Eva & Peter Skidmore • SMA Architects • Camie Smith • Nancy & Douglas Schrank • Caryll M and Norman F Sprague Jr Foundation • Stockman Bank • Keith Strong • Elisabeth Swanson • Sarah & Whitney Tilt* • Karen & Ed Turner • Nancy & Dirk Tyler • Rebecca & Thomas Valone • Julie Videon • Kate & Curt Vogel • Tom Walker • Karen & KC Walsh • Heather Margolis & Tim Warner • Christine & Paul Wasson • The Weeden Foundation • Marc Weichel • West Creek Ranch • Nicholas Wickes • Larry Wilcox • Shasta Grenier & Tom Winston $500 to $999: ///Massive Studios • 360 Pet Medical • Adobe • Laura & Paul Andersen • Phillip Anderson • William Anderson • Applied Geomorphology, Inc • Robert Ayres • William Babbitt • Patricia Smith & John Backes • Debby & Jim Bangs • Baxter Hotel • Bank of Bozeman • Nancy & Rick Barber • Beth & Roger Barth • Richard Black • Bradley Realty • Geraldine & Brian Brady • Barry Bruner • Pam & William Bryan • William Calliott • Lauren Caselli • Tracy & Philip Chadwell • Mick Cochran • Suzanne Coupe • Jane Crites • Crowley Fleck Attorneys • Daniel P. Davison, Jr. • D. A. Davidson & Co • Max Deibert • Jeffrey Dineen • Edward Jones & Co • Element by Westin Bozeman • Doreen Dice & Thomas Elfmont • John Ellis • Sara Beth Erb • Tracy Fairbanks • Signe & Don Farris • Foundant Technologies • Gallatin Realtors Charitable Foundation • Gallatin Valley Bicycle Club • Ghost Town Coffee Roasters • Todd & Anne Goertzen* • Kate Goossens • Roni Zimmer & Bic Green • Greenspace Landscaping • Harold W Sweatt Foundation • Lisbeth Harris • Kathy Harris • Have Fun Dancing • Christopher Heffner • Laura & Andy Holloran • Melissa How • IMEG $25,000+: Cross Charitable Foundation • Kendeda Fund* • Montana Department Natural Resource Conservation • Montana Fish and Wildlife Conservation Trust • NRCS Regional Conservation Partnership Program • State of Montana Recreational Trails Program • Penelope & Ben Pierce • Lisa & Keith Reed* • Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation • Sitka Gear • Skogen Family • Stranahan Foundation • Thoroughfare Foundation $10,000 - $24,999: Anonymous • Liza & Cody Abbott • The Cinnabar Foundation • Bill Cochran • Page Dabney* • Jackie & Scott Dehlendorf* • Jane Dubitzky* • Hope Foundation • Bob Horne • Rob Lateiner • Mara & Thomas Lehrman • Bill Locke • Jason Miller • Susan & John Mills • Mule Deer Foundation • Mysun Foundation • Sheryl & Jeffrey Ott • Reuben Rich • Yucca & Gary Rieschel • Lynn Rinehart • Thomas J Rolfs Family Foundation • Joan & James Shapiro Foundation • Tim Solso • Sarah Helfrich & Creston Stewart • Sweetwater Travel • Sally Uhlmann • Estate of Jane Van Alstyne • Veronique & Robert Yeakey $5,000 - $9,999: Rita Allen Foundation • Nina Alexander • Carolina Guzman-Aspevig & Clyde Aspevig* • Dorothy Ballantyne* • Gabbie Guzman & Dan Boyd • Bozeman Health • Doug Braham • Buchanan Family Foundation • Joseph Cobb • Catherine Costakis* • Crooked Yard Hops • Susan & Andrew Dana • Brenda & Swep Davis* • Sarah Day • Discovery Maps • EVERGOODS • Juliet & Lawrence Fossi • Kristi & Robert Fox • Gianforte Family Foundation • Daphne & Con Gillam* • Barbara & Jerry Glickman • Katy Hood* • Kirsten & Patrick Kainz • Nan & Mark Kehke* • Kari & Jerry Locati • Priscilla Wisner & Joseph McCarty* • onX • Susan K. Pederson Foundation • Pocket Foundation • Schnee’s • Charlotte Caldwell & Jeffrey Schutz • Jaye & Todd Smith • Ashley Sullivan • Lisa & Russ Tuckerman* • Marlena Renwyck & Maurice Witschard • Zaniboni Lighting $1,000 - $4,999: Anonymous • Celeste Carducci & Bruce Ahnfeldt • Allegra Marketing Print Mail • Kathryn Allen • Alysia Andrikopoulos • Archatrak Inc. • Page Armstrong • Anne & Greg Avis* • Claudia & Weldon Baird* • Anne Banks • Barnard Construction Co, Inc. • Janis & Steve Barrett* • Barton Pereira • Beartooth Group • Berkshire Hathaway Home Services • Jillian & Paul Bertelli* • Big Sky Western Bank • Big Sky Wind Drinkers • Diane Black • Bozeman Optical • Bozeman Youth Cycling • BNSF Railway • Marcia & Larry Bowman • Bozeman Fishing Lodge • CE Brehm Foundation • Bridger Animal Nutrition • Irene Briedis • Charles L Brooks • Shelby & Brian Brown • Mary & Alan Brutger • Edward Bryan • Caroline Roy & Jasper Buchbauer • Deborah Butterfield & John Buck • Nell Buell • Mary Ann & J Christopher Bulger • Campbell Family Foundation • Amy & Peter Carse • Molly Love & Adrian Castelli • Jon Catton* • Wendy Cochran • Jerome Coffey • Raine Coker • Janet Colombo • commonFont • Carlye Cook • Judy & David Cook • Andrea Cooper • Kalani Cowles • Kathy & Tim Crawford • Cumming Foundation • Davis Family Foundation • Marsha & Bill Davis • Dee-O-Gee • DMS Natural Resources • Sandy Dodge* • Dovetail Construction • Ian Durnford • Earth Elements • Mark Egge • Becky & Mike Ellig • Elyse & Bill End* • Paula Cleary & Paul Farrell • Feast Raw Bar & Bistro • Firehole Ranch • The Flower Hat • Food Studio • Tom Foster • John Gardner • Andrew Gentry • Diane Early & Daniel Gigone • Jill Davenport & Jim Goetz • David Graham • Granite Technology Solutions • Craig Groves* Thank you for your generous support. Page 71 of 196 DONORS DONORS The following landowners donated significant land value by creating a conservation easement and/or contributed to the GVLT Stewardship Fund to protect their conservation easement in perpetuity. Admiral William J Fallon • Clarence, Gary & Ted Flikkema • Emily Gadd • Kari, Tim & Scott Kamps • Betty & Sid Kamps • Skogen Family • Barb Bickle, Bev Marlow, Sue Noble, Tom Spring • Marge & Mel Visser GVLT recognizes the vision and commitment of those individuals who have either donated to GVLT for over 20 consecutive years, or have included GVLT in their estate plan. Stephanie Alexander • Kathryn Allen • Dora Anderson • Dorothy Ballantyne • Anne Banks • Vivian Bridaham Banta & John Banta • Nancy & Rick Barber • Linda & Marcy Barge • Connie Barton • Alice Meister & George Baskin • Lila Bishop • Harper Bohr • Marcia & Larry Bowman • Nyla Chandler & Steve Bracken • Patricia & John Brown • Bill & Pam Bryan • Alan & Mary Brutger • Mary Noll & Michael Burke • Katie Cady • Mary & Paul Carlson • Carol Weaver & Michael Clow • Bill Cochran • Helene & Edward Cole • Kristi & Dave Crawford • Laura & Terry Cunningham • Page Dabney • Susan & Andrew Dana •Sharon Davis • Charles Day • Karen & John Day • Emily DeLuca • Phyllis & Bob Dennee • Sandy Dodge • Valorie & Buddy Drake • Jane Dubitzky • Norm Eggert • Elyse & Bill End • Paulette & Andy Epple • Barbara & Jim Gaffney • Renee & Will Gavin • Tomas Gedeon • Daphne & Con Gillam • Susan Hinkins & Richard Gillette • Jill Davenport & Jim Goetz • Sue & Jim Hamilton • Janne Hayward • Helen & Jack Heaton • Elin & Doug Hert • Beverley Diamond & Edwin Hettinger • Emily & Alan Hooker • Bill Hopkins • Karin & Stuart Jennings • Joanne Jennings • Patricia Jennings • Beth & Lynn Kaeding • Janet & Johnathan Kempff • Bill Klenn • Kristi & Matt Lavin • Ed Lewis • Marianne & Steve Liebmann • Dean Littlepage • Cynthia Luebbe • Lillian & Richard Lund Janine Lyon • Judy & Don Mathre • Beverly & George Mattson • Sunny & Doug Mavor • Meghann McKenna • Kerry Reif & Robert McKenzie • Curt & Rolane Meyer • Sue & John Mills • Dwight Minton • Maryanne Mott • LaVonne & Gerald Nielsen • Adrienne Mayor & Josiah Ober • Eva & Duncan Patten • Lisa & Rob Pertzborn • Patricia Cosgrove & Erich Pessl • Linda & Ken Pierce • Nan Pizitz • Mary & Dick Pohl • Maddie & Chris Pope • Betsy & David Quammen • Jodi & Ray Rasker • Lisa & Keith Reed • Norman & Sharon Reed • Marguerite & Les Reeves • Gene & Edie Renner • Reuben Rich • John & Gail Richardson • Rachel & Dave Rockafellow • Joan Ryshavy • June & Jeff Safford • Jean & Steve Schnee • Linda & Bob Shadiow • Lois & Dwight Short • Tutti & Gary Skaar • Camie Smith • Linda McMullen & Farwell Smith • Jennifer & Richard Smith • Patti & David Steinmuller • Carl Stinocher • Mark Story • Nancy & Tim Swanson • Sue & John Talbot • Dede & Carson Taylor • Russ & Lisa Tuckerman • Sharon Tudor Isler • Patricia Simmons & Ed Verry • Julie Videon • Kate & Curt Vogel • Jane & DeWitt Ward • Doris Ward • Valerie & Jim Webster • Catherine & Norman Weeden • Gail Weingart • Phyllis & Mike Wells • Susan & Peter Werner • Jeanie & Peter Westnedge • Jenny & Ken Younger Corp • In Focus Astronomy • Inspired Madness • Jelt • Nancy & Dan Jochem • Angie Johnson • Jean Kahn* • Mary & Tom Keck • La Chatelaine Chocolat Co • David Lahr • Land Trust Alliance • Laura A. Fedro Interiors • Dean Littlepage • Richard Lyon • Dr. Nathaniel Madsen • Robert Maher • Martin Auctioneering • McCormick Financial Advisors • Dalton & Brian McCurdy • Paul Meier • Sylvia Miller • Cynthia Montague • Andrew Moore • Montana Johns • George Myers • Eric Nielsen • North Fork Financial • Adrienne Mayor & Josian Ober • Outside Bozeman • Sierra & Matt Parsons • Anna Patterson • Katie Pederson • Clem Pellett • Perficient • Lisa & Rob Pertzborn • Tori Pintar Photography • Chris & Maddy Pope* • Eugenia G. Powell • Jennifer & William Reed • Sarabeth Rees* • Jackie & Michael Riley • Mary Ross • Rudd & Co • Jeff Scheihing • Pam Merrell & Bill Seymour • Gary & Tutti Skaar* • Spire Climbing Center • Ann & Bruce Swann • Sweet Pea Bakery • Tarlow Stonecipher Weamer & Kelly • Taylor Family Fund • Rita & Walter Thurman • Kathy Brown & Robert Wade • Ann Weaver • West Paw Designs • Debra & Mike Wheat* • Nancy & Lawrence Wigley • Wild Crumb • Wisetail • Yellowstone Bank • Zoot Enterprises $250 to $499: Stephanie Adams • Grant Aivazian • Howard Ashlock • Bailey Law Group • Kaitlin Bear • Kate & Monte Beck • Sharon & Michael Beehler • Nora Blum • Scott Buecker • Grendel Burrell • BWAGS • Deborah Cades • Missy Cashman • Bennett Cawthon • Sue & Peter Center • Barb Cestero • Marcia Clausen • Laura & Terry Cunningham • Crazy Mountain Outdoor Company • Sarah & Tyler Dann • Lori & Dick Dolan • Bob Donovan • Leslie & Jim Drummond • Robert Dulin • Kathryn & Robert Earley • Norm Eggert • Elle’s Belles • Celeste Ellig • Thomas Elliott • Sharon Eversman • Roberta Federa • Judith Fielder • Claudia & John Foster • Alison & Jeff Fox • Linda & Patrick Gale • Julie & Pete Geddes* • Kayla & Sean Gerrity • Yvonne Baskin & Michael Gilpin • Drewry Hanes • Alison & Rance Harmon • Sue & Per Hjalmarsson • Jennie & Scott Holton • Brent Jacobsen • Suzanne McDonald & Roger Jenkins • Casey Jermyn • Melissa & Michael Joecks • Cimberli & Chris Kearns • Amy & Matt Keefer • Sarah Keller • Colleen Kinnear • Denise Knight • Thomas Kostic • Debra Lewis • Leon Liebman • Lockhorn Hard Cider • Jennifer & Bill Mattran • Sunny & Doug Mavor • Allen May • McGuire Family Foundation • Robert McKenzie • Laura Hoehn & Chris Mehl • Rolane & Curtis Meyer • Mark Monn • Leisl & Scott Mooer • Marilyn & Don Murdock • Kathleen Heitz Myers • Erin Neil • Kristen Neithercut • Katherine O’Brien • Gary Orser • Nan Brandenbergerpayne & Mark Payne • Kathy Perrine • Sarah & Dan Pierce • John Pinkowski • Jill & Mark Pratt • Jodi & Ray Rasker • Lisa & Dan Riley • Phyllis Sangster • Betty & Dorick Sauvageau • Karen & John Savage • Liz Schoeberlein • Dino Seppi • Jane & Bill Shields • Michele & Scott Shorten • Skipping Bear Foundation • Catherine & Albert Spottke • Mary & Otto Stein • Ilen Stoll* • The Nature Conservancy • Judy Tsiang • Julie Walters & Eric Van Steenburg • Robert Van Wetter • Kelly Pohl & Warren Vaughan • Ann & Robert Von Pentz • Martha Weaver • Donald Weiner • Jessica & Kasey Welles • Anne & Dennis Wentz • Jana McAninch & Aaron Wernham • Mary & Orme Wilson • Jenny & Ken Younger *These individuals made contributions to the Penelope S Pierce Opportunity Fund in honor of former Executive Director, Penelope Pierce, and her 10 years of service to GVLT. Unfortunately, space limitations prevent us from listing the hundreds of supporters who contributed below $250 in fiscal year 2020. Page 72 of 196 mail P.O. Box 7021, Bozeman, MT 59771 office 212 S. Wallace Ave., Suite 101, Bozeman, MT 59715 info@gvlt.org | phone 406.587.8404 Page 73 of 196 Expenses Maintenance Project Component Item Details Mental Health Connector Universally Accessible Trail Trail Maintenance Permitting/Due Dilligence 404 Permitting Sanderson Stewart Engineers $895 $0 $0 Stream Crossing TerraQuatics/Sanderson Stewart $2,585 $0 $0 Survey of Trail Easement Mental Health TD&H suvey $1,900 $0 $0 Construction Trail Construction Professional Trail Building Contractors $7,950 $52,000 $5,000 Materials Bridge/Fencing/Gates/Etc Trail Amenities, etc.$12,750 $0 $1,000 Signage Totems & Signage Totems, trail signs, gate signage, no parking signs $4,300 $800 $0 Contingency Contingency 15% contingency $4,557 $7,920 $0 Subtotal - Hard Costs $34,937 $60,720 $6,000 Personnel Project Management/Labor Staff time at $60/hr $6,000 $6,000 $19,000 Subtotal - Personnel $6,000 $6,000 $19,000 SUBTOTAL $40,937 $66,720 $25,000 TOTAL PROJECT COST $132,657 Income Source Status Amount Bozmean Area Community Fdn Committed 2,000$ Gianforte Family Fdn Committed 5,000$ America Walks Pending 1,500$ First Security Bank Pending 10,000$ Blue Cross Blue Shield Fdn Pending 50,000$ Bozeman Health Committed 11,500$ AMB West Community Fund Planned 15,000$ City of Bozeman Covid Relief Pending 50,000$ TOTAL INCOME 145,000$ City of Bozeman Covid Relief Grant Budget Highland Glen Expansion Project Page 74 of 196 P r o p o s e d U n i v e r s a l l y A c c e s s i b l e T r a i l P r o p o s e d M e n t a l H e a l t h T r a i l E x i s t i n g N a t u r a l S u r f a c e T r a i l s E x i s t i n g T r a i l E x i s t i n g P a v e d P a t h w a y s M e n t a l H e a l t h C e n t e r B o z e m a n H e a l t h H o s p i t a l C o m s t o c k A p a r t m e n t s C i t y o f B o z e m a n G I S D e p t , G e o E y e , M a x a r , M i c r o s o f t , E s r i , H E R E , G a r m i n , i P C M e n t a l H e a l t h C o n n e c t o r a n d U n i v e r s a l l y A c c e s s i b l e T r a i l s ¯ I m p r o v e E x i s t i n g T r a i l Page 75 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Greater Gallatin United Way  Amount Requested: $ 48,780  Funding Recommendation:  $ 48,780  General Category:  Non‐Profit Operations Support  Detailed Description Submitted:  Total Requested: $48,780    Personnel: $48,780  Operational: $0  Capital Support: $0      Operational and funding difficulties experienced by the non‐profit that have been brought on by the  pandemic: GGUW has received an overall increase in donation revenue to the organization since the  pandemic began in March 2020, but 100% of the donation increase has been to support the COVID  Relief Fund and Bridger Foothills Fire Relief Fund held in partnership with One Valley Community  Foundation (OVCF).  More than 99% of these funds passed through our organization directly as  allocations to support crisis response needs in the community.  We did not begin retaining a  management fee on these funds until recently and the amount we will receive is less than our  employee/administrative costs to manage our crisis response work.  We needed to add a part‐time  administrative staff member to our team in October due to the increased workload from fundraising  for crisis funds, managing & allocating the funding, and our active COVID community response work.      Our pandemic response work includes: coordinating agencies to create an emergency rental  assistance program for Bozeman residents, food drives for emergency food boxes for Bozeman  students, coordinating community mental health provider meetings, our ongoing childcare  coordination (with COAD) and direct service work (kidsLINK) to support Bozeman working families.  We experienced a significant drop in our usual annual revenues through our fall campaign so far – we  believe this is due to workplace donors feeling financial pressure at the personal/family level and  having less to share.  We may also be receiving less funding from workplace employees and  businesses because we are not able to go to workplaces in person to run our campaign due to the  pandemic.  Some businesses have been greatly impacted by the pandemic – restaurants, hotels,  rental car companies and have less or no ability to give us a donation this year.     Our parent fee revenues for kidsLINK Afterschool were over $600,000 two years ago, dropped to  $510,000 last year due to the closure of programs at the end of this past school year, and are  predicted to be less than $15,000 for this current school year.  This is a tremendous revenue change  for us.  While we are operating many fewer programs than last year, we are still running several and  are trying to sustain our core kidsLINK permanent staffing levels as we prepare to open before school  and afterschool programs in Bozeman in January 2021 + summer programming + fall 2021  programming.  Gratefully, we received DPHHS Out of School Time grant funding for the fall programs,  but unfortunately it was not enough to cover our kidsLINK operational/staffing costs.  We are  expecting a $14,000‐$17,000 shortfall for kidsLINK for fall 2020.  We have zero funding moving  forward to continue the programming we started this fall.  The two January kidsLINK programs we  plan to open in Bozeman will be supported in large part by our 21st Century Community Learning  Centers grant, but that funding will not be able to cover all our kidsLINK personnel costs through June  2021.  Area of grant impact:  All of the below:  o food and shelter assistance (through our COVID  fund)o  mental or behavioral health assistance (through our COVID fund)o  physical health or  medical assistance (through our COVID fund)o  childcare (direct program service through kidsLINK  and indirectly through our community childcare coalition/coordination work)How will the grant  Page 76 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  award meet Bozeman’s immediate needs?  Will the grant award have lasting impacts in our  community beyond the pandemic?      We are requesting $15,500 to help us with our kidsLINK Program through June 2021.  With your  funding support, we will be able to immediately open two afterschool programs in Bozeman starting  in January 2021 and we will be able to continue mid‐term planning for the opening of more programs  this summer and fall, as the pandemic allows.  It is critical that we retain our kidsLINK staffing and  program partnership connections so that we can rebuild the infrastructure of 33 afterschool programs  (8 in the City of Bozeman) in our region beyond the pandemic.  This network of kidsLINK programs is  critical for the return of economic vitality in the region.  City of Bozeman grant funding will help us  retain current kidsLINK staff and operate out‐of‐school‐time programs in Bozeman.      We are requesting $33,280 for administrative support through December 2021.  City of Bozeman  COVID Relief Funding support for Greater Gallatin United Way will ensure that we are able to  continue fundraising alongside OVCF for immediate pandemic‐related community needs of food,  shelter, mental/behavioral health, physical health, and childcare/kidsLINK program needs.  With your  investment in GGUW of $33,280 and any administrative support you are able to provide to OVCF,  jointly our two organizations will be able to retain the essential staff we need to raise and allocate  more than $500,000 in 2021 for pandemic related needs.  This is a significant Return on Investment of  your relief fund dollars and would be a huge relief to our organizations to know we can be adequately  staffed to manage the work ahead of us in 2021.  Our ability to assist the community with emergency  relief funding during the pandemic has long‐term consequences by lessening the difficult economic  impact of COVID‐19 on individuals, families, and businesses.  The stress many are experiencing may  lead to an increase in addiction, poor mental health, and suicide.  Our funding for financial stability,  childcare programs, behavioral health and other vital social services may improve mental wellbeing  and save lives – an important long‐term issue to invest in during these times.       Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Danica Jamison 4065872194 danica@greatergallatinunitedway.org  Entity Address:  945 Technology Blvd. Suite 101F 101F Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Gilhousen Family Foundation  MT DPPHS OST  Grants for fall 2020 MT OPI 21st CCLC Grant for Gallatin County kidsLINK Programs 2020‐2021    $20,000 $152,203 $296,175  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 4:46:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 77 of 196 Greater Gallatin United Way’s Grant Submission for City of Bozeman Non-Profit COVID Relief Grant Requests We estimate having approximately $2.1 Million available for grants to local non- profits that have been impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. We will be reviewing grant applications on a regular basis until all funding has been disbursed. Our first priority deadline for grant application review is December 22, 2020. All requests must come in the form of the online application. All requesting entities must be a registered non-profit located in the city of Bozeman. The application for funding must describe:  the total amount of funding requested and the breakdown between personnel, operational, and capital support, and  the operational and funding difficulties experienced by the non-profit that have been brought on by the pandemic, and  the area of grant impact as either: o food and shelter assistance, o mental or behavioral health assistance, o physical health or medical assistance, or o other assistance, and  how the grant award will meet Bozeman’s immediate needs, as well as if the grant will have lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic. The City Manager will review all applications and submit recommendations for approval by the City Commission. Once approved, successful applicants will enter into a grant agreement with the City. Grantees will also be required to report on successful completion of the grant project. 1.Entity Name Greater Gallatin United Way 2. Entity Address 945 Technology Blvd. Suite 101F Bozeman, MT 59718 3. Number of Years of Operation as a Non-Profit Organization 42 4. Link to Most Recent Annual Financial Report https://www.greatergallatinunitedway.org/sites/greatergallatinunitedway.org/files/Audited%20Fi nancial%20Statements%206-30-19.pdf 5. Dollar Amount Requested Page 78 of 196 $48,780 ($15,500 for kidsLINK + $33,280 for admin support) 6. Detailed description of the Funding Request including description of operational and financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and description of benefit of the grant to the citizens of Bozeman in meeting immediate needs, as well as if the grant will have lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic. Attach a form as necessary. The City may contact applicants for additional information, if needed. Total Requested: $48,780 Personnel: $48,780 Operational: $0 Capital Support: $0 Operational and funding difficulties experienced by the non-profit that have been brought on by the pandemic: GGUW has received an overall increase in donation revenue to the organization since the pandemic began in March 2020, but 100% of the donation increase has been to support the COVID Relief Fund and Bridger Foothills Fire Relief Fund held in partnership with One Valley Community Foundation (OVCF). More than 99% of these funds passed through our organization directly as allocations to support crisis response needs in the community. We did not begin retaining a management fee on these funds until recently and the amount we will receive is less than our employee/administrative costs to manage our crisis response work. We needed to add a part-time administrative staff member to our team in October due to the increased workload from fundraising for crisis funds, managing & allocating the funding, and our active COVID community response work. Our pandemic response work includes: coordinating agencies to create an emergency rental assistance program for Bozeman residents, food drives for emergency food boxes for Bozeman students, coordinating community mental health provider meetings, our ongoing childcare coordination (with COAD) and direct service work (kidsLINK) to support Bozeman working families. We experienced a significant drop in our usual annual revenues through our fall campaign so far – we believe this is due to workplace donors feeling financial pressure at the personal/family level and having less to share. We may also be receiving less funding from workplace employees and businesses because we are not able to go to workplaces in person to run our campaign due to the pandemic. Some businesses have been greatly impacted by the pandemic – restaurants, hotels, rental car companies and have less or no ability to give us a donation this year. Page 79 of 196 Our parent fee revenues for kidsLINK Afterschool were over $600,000 two years ago, dropped to $510,000 last year due to the closure of programs at the end of this past school year, and are predicted to be less than $15,000 for this current school year. This is a tremendous revenue change for us. While we are operating many fewer programs than last year, we are still running several and are trying to sustain our core kidsLINK permanent staffing levels as we prepare to open before school and afterschool programs in Bozeman in January 2021 + summer programming + fall 2021 programming. Gratefully, we received DPHHS Out of School Time grant funding for the fall programs, but unfortunately it was not enough to cover our kidsLINK operational/staffing costs. We are expecting a $14,000-$17,000 shortfall for kidsLINK for fall 2020. We have zero funding moving forward to continue the programming we started this fall. The two January kidsLINK programs we plan to open in Bozeman will be supported in large part by our 21st Century Community Learning Centers grant, but that funding will not be able to cover all our kidsLINK personnel costs through June 2021. Area of grant impact: All of the below: o food and shelter assistance (through our COVID fund) o mental or behavioral health assistance (through our COVID fund) o physical health or medical assistance (through our COVID fund) o childcare (direct program service through kidsLINK and indirectly through our community childcare coalition/coordination work) How will the grant award meet Bozeman’s immediate needs? Will the grant award have lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic? We are requesting $15,500 to help us with our kidsLINK Program through June 2021. With your funding support, we will be able to immediately open two afterschool programs in Bozeman starting in January 2021 and we will be able to continue mid-term planning for the opening of more programs this summer and fall, as the pandemic allows. It is critical that we retain our kidsLINK staffing and program partnership connections so that we can rebuild the infrastructure of 33 afterschool programs (8 in the City of Bozeman) in our region beyond the pandemic. This network of kidsLINK programs is critical for the return of economic vitality in the region. City of Bozeman grant funding will help us retain current kidsLINK staff and operate out-of-school-time programs in Bozeman. We are requesting $33,280 for administrative support through December 2021. City of Bozeman COVID Relief Funding support for Greater Gallatin United Way will ensure that we are able to continue fundraising alongside OVCF for immediate pandemic-related community needs of food, shelter, mental/behavioral health, physical health, and childcare/kidsLINK program needs. With your investment in GGUW of $33,280 and any administrative support you are able to provide to OVCF, jointly our two organizations will be able to retain the essential staff we need Page 80 of 196 to raise and allocate more than $500,000 in 2021 for pandemic related needs. This is a significant Return on Investment of your relief fund dollars and would be a huge relief to our organizations to know we can be adequately staffed to manage the work ahead of us in 2021. Our ability to assist the community with emergency relief funding during the pandemic has long- term consequences by lessening the difficult economic impact of COVID-19 on individuals, families, and businesses. The stress many are experiencing may lead to an increase in addiction, poor mental health, and suicide. Our funding for financial stability, childcare programs, behavioral health and other vital social services may improve mental wellbeing and save lives – an important long-term issue to invest in during these times. 7. Grant Impact Area Food and Shelter Assistance Mental or Behavioral Health Assistance Physical Health or Medical Assistance Other Assistance: Childcare, out-of-school-time care, nonprofit support 8. Other Entities Funding has been Requested From AND Other Partners Assisting with Funding Entity (List up to three) Gilhousen Family Foundation $20,000 MT DPHHS OST Grants for fall 2020 $152,203 (all used up – none left for 2021) MT OPI 21st CCLC Grants for Gallatin County kidsLINK Programs 2020-2021 $296,175 (can only be used for Hyalite/Irving/Whittier in Bozeman + Saddle Peak in Belgrade + Three Forks + West Yellowstone…can’t be used for other Bozeman schools unfortunately) Other Entities Funding has been Requested From AND Other Partners Assisting with Funding Entity (List up to three) 1.) $ Amount 2.) $ Amount 3.) $ Amount 4.) $ Amount Page 81 of 196 5.) 9. Contact Information for Entity Danica Jamison 406-587-2194 danica@greatergallatinunitedway.org To receive a copy of your submission, please fill out your email address below and submit. Email Address danica@greatergallatinunitedway.org Page 82 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Finding Freedom, Inc.  Amount Requested: $ 47,500  Funding Recommendation:  $ 15,000  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Please see the attached form. Also, please note that while we have  been a nonprofit organization for the last 2 years, we have been operating in the Gallatin Valley for  the last 11 years, since 2009, in partnership with Journey Church. Additionally, you will see on our  financial statements that we purchased a new office location for our organization this last year. We  received significant restricted donations for this purpose, which are evident in our Statement of  Activity.      Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Jeni Hoferr 4065810545 jeni.hofer@findingfreedom.solutions  Entity Address:  2419 E. Cameron Bridge Rd N/A Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: N/A N/A N/A   N/A N/A  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 3:11:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 83 of 196 • PO Box 10712 • Bozeman, MT 59719 • 406-570-7040 •
 • www.findingfreedom.solutions • Finding Freedom, Inc. is a local non-profit organiza7on with a mission to empower people to grow into greater emo7onal, spiritual, and rela7onal health. Finding Freedom provides trauma informed, wrap-around care and support for people in the Galla7n Valley. We help the people who come to us handle periods of crisis or bereavement, become free of fear and anxiety, manage emo7onal and behavioral health concerns, and improve their overall sense of wellbeing. Our programs are offered free of charge to anyone needing assistance. Consequently, we rely completely on individual dona7ons and grants to meet all of our programming, opera7onal, and staffing costs. Evidence shows that when a person experiences support and posi7ve transforma7ve change, oIen the effect of the change carries over to other situa7ons and individuals involved. Our programs have been shown to have this las7ng effect. We see it everyday in the outcomes that our par7cipants experience and in the tes7monies of those who have used our services. Our unique program provides a pathway for par7cipants to later become volunteers, and give back to others; our history shows that the majority of our par7cipants do become involved in this way. Addi7onally, every par7cipant that we offer support to, is beNer equipped to func7on suppor7vely within their own rela7onal networks. This creates a domino effect and becomes a catalyst for longterm resilience within our community. We wholeheartedly believe that our services reach far beyond the simple number of par7cipants that come to us. Please see our aNached brochure for tes7monials and more informa7on about Finding Freedom. In this unprecedented season marked by the Covid-19 pandemic, there is immediately an increased strain on the emo7onal and mental health of residents of Bozeman and the Galla7n Valley. Demand for our services has increased drama7cally since the pandemic began. We oIen work with people for some period of 7me, hence we have both a set of par7cipants with ongoing needs and a new set of par7cipants needing our care. While con7nuing to provide in person services, we have also transi7oned much of our programming to virtual plaUorms. This has made our programming more accessible to people in the Bozeman area, as well as further afield. However, it has also increased staff workload and service delivery costs. The strain on our volunteer team resources, due to the pandemic, has been severe. We are reliant on volunteers to offer direct support to our service users through a peer-to-peer approach and are finding that the pandemic has heavily impacted this process. There is an addi7onal burden to our staff workload that was previously alleviated by volunteers. Empowering people to grow with others into greater 
 emotional, spiritual, and relational health. Page 84 of 196 • PO Box 10712 • Bozeman, MT 59719 • 406-570-7040 •
 • www.findingfreedom.solutions • We have an urgent need for an experienced program manager who can also provide addi7onal administra7ve support for our execu7ve leadership. If we were to be offered a grant, this new staff posi7on will relieve the administra7ve load from our current staff members and allow them to focus on service delivery and caring for our par7cipants. We believe this will func7on to improve both the quality and quan7ty of services we can provide. This new staff posi7on will also include the responsibility for crea7ng new volunteer teams, training those teams, and offering ongoing volunteer support. We believe this will increase the sustainability of our programs, provide improved long-term support for our service users, and give us capacity to con7nue growing and expanding. With addi7onal staff, we will be beNer prepared to evaluate and track the impact and outreach our services have, and be able to use this informa7on to further the success our organiza7on has experienced and magnify the posi7ve effect for the community. The provisions of these grant funds will accommodate the growth and addi7onal needs brought on by Covid-19. In doing so, the grant would be a conduit in crea7ng las7ng transforma7ve change for the emo7onal and behavioral health of our community, now and beyond the pandemic. Finding Freedom is reques7ng a grant in the amount of $47,500.00. If provided, we will use the grant in the following ways. *Payroll costs for new staff member - $40,000 *Computer, and equipment for new staff member - $5,000 *Cost for new programs and services, and evalua7on of those services - $2,500 Please accept our sincere apprecia7on in advance, for the careful considera7on of our needs and our applica7on. We are available for further informa7on, as needed. Page 85 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Sweet Pea, A Festival of the Arts  Amount Requested: $ 32,303.18  Funding Recommendation:  $ 32,304  General Category:  Cultural  Detailed Description Submitted:  Due to COVID we could not present the Sweet Pea Festival as usual,  although we did do a few events that worked with social distancing (Chalk on the Walk, Drive‐Thru  Tater Pigs, and the Flower Show).      The actual Sweet Pea Festival is the main revenue generating event we have all year.  With the  Federal PPP Loan and grants from the State of Montana we were able to make it through 2020 but we  still have 8 months until we can present Sweet Pea Festival 2021.  Arts and Entertainment and the  ability to gather together have been missing from our lives for 9 months now.      Sweet Pea has been an important community tradition and a big economic generator here in  Bozeman since 1978 and we are determined that Sweet Pea will continue to be part of this  community for years after COVID has been defeated.  We believe that our Bozeman Community will  want and need a bit of normalcy this next summer and we want to be able to give the community  that.      Our grant request is:  $15,000 for program support.  Last year we were about to implement a change  to admission to the Festival ‐ instead of kids 6 and under free, we were going to make it kids 12 and  under free.  We usually sell about 1500 kid's wristbands at $10 each.  In 2020 we planned  to make up  this $15,000 shortfall in admissions revenue with an crease in adult attendees.  We would still like to  implement this program in 2021 and offer free wristbands to kids 12 and under with this support..    $9017.50 for capital improvements.  We need to replace our flagline fencing around the perimeter of  the park.  We are going to purchase a fabric fence.  We need this as we close gates to help with a  shortage of volunteers and to help with security.  (Recommended by our concert security and  Bozeman Police Department)    $8285.68 ‐ operational cost.  This represents our office rent for the next 8 months.       Attachment: False  Contact Info:  Kris Olenicki 4065864003 ed@sweetpeafestival.org  Entity Address:  424 E. Main St. Suite 203B Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: US Bank Lehrkind's Northwestern Energy   $5000  $5000 $1500  Date Submitted:  12/10/2020 3:32:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 86 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Big Sky Youth Empowerment  Amount Requested: $ 30,392  Funding Recommendation:  $ 30,392  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Big Sky Youth Empowerment (BYEP) is requesting a mental and  behavioral health grant from the Bozeman Non‐Profit COVID Relief funds to support the costs  associated with our programmatic changes brought about by the pandemic. BYEP works to create  opportunities for vulnerable teenagers in Gallatin County to experience success through experiential  adventure and group mentorship.     Now, more than ever, it is essential that we support our community’s vulnerable youth as they face  increased potential for isolation and instability. We have modified our program procedures include  socially distanced in‐person activities and mentorship, as well as virtual programming that motivates  our adolescents to exercise, reconnect with their loved ones, learn new skills, and above all else,  retain a sense of hope for their future through this crisis.     We are committed to responding creatively to the challenges of the pandemic and maintaining a level  of flexibility that ensures we will always be able to serve and connect with our youth. That being said,  there have been number of increased costs associated with the adaptations we have had to make.  Having financial support for these changes would be incredibly helpful as we fight to ensure that  Bozeman’s youth have the resources they need to flourish during these difficult times.     The funds requested would go towards our programming costs, designed to support 160 participants.  Firstly, we are asking for funding to support our youths’ experiential weekend adventures, which now  have a higher cost due to social distancing requirements. Secondly, we are requesting support for the  additional costs of maintaining an online mentorship platform. Helping vulnerable teens connect with  their community through outdoor adventure is a cornerstone of the BYEP program, and this winter  we will continue to provide our youth opportunities to ski and snowboard on the weekends. In order  to do this safely, we are renting twice as many busses to transport the kids to the ski resort, in order  to ensure that they are socially distanced while en route.     We will also be setting up an outdoor canopy for the youth to gather in during their lunch and snack  breaks, in order to avoid risks associated with spending time inside. Keeping our participants outside  all day means that we will need to serve hot lunches and have hot drinks on hand to keep our kids,  volunteers, and staff warm. This grant would support the purchase of a tent, 800 hot meals, and hot  drink supplies.     Whenever possible BYEP seeks to give back to the community by collaborating with local businesses,  and we are organizing the purchase of nutritious hot meals from a small company here in Bozeman.  We have also requested funds for the task of keeping our facilities clean and safe for our youth, as  heightened sanitation precautions have notably increased our cleaning supply costs.     Secondly, we are requesting support for the costs associated with our online programming, which the  pandemic has necessitated. Although we are still meeting in‐person with socially distant measures in  place, we are also supplementing those meetings with online programming to space out the in‐person  interactions. To support this, we are asking for funds to offset the costs of our monthly Zoom  Page 87 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  subscription fees. Bozeman’s youth need our support in the midst of these difficult times. Showing up  for our kids when things are difficult establishes trust and gives them access to a support network  when they need it the most. This provides long‐term benefit to the community by fostering wellness  and growth in our young people. We will see the return on this investment as these teens mature into  contributing community members, eager to give back beyond what they have received.      The breakdown of our funding request is as follows:10’ x 10’ Outdoor canopy with sides: $7852  Portable space heaters: $200800 Hot meals for youth, volunteers, and staff: $10,097Hot drink  supplies (stove, fuel, drink mix, cups, thermos): $9842 Additional bus rentals for 10 days (winter  season): $9,59012‐month Zoom subscription: $2,400Cleaning supplies and PPE for 9 months (itemized  a‐d below): $6,336a)1 68 oz Bottle hand sanitizer per room (12 x $12 = $144 per month = $1,296)b)1  Bottle disinfectant cleaner + disinfectant wipe per room (12 x $35 = $420 per month = $3,780)c)1 Box  per month 50 pcs. disposable face masks per 12 vehicles (12 x $10 = $120 per month = $1,080)d)2  Boxes per month 50 pcs. disposable face masks for front office (2 x $10 = $20 per month = $180) Total  Operational Funds Requested: $30,392     Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Anna Gray 9079829035 anna@byep.org  Entity Address:  225 E Mendenhall St. . Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Stranahan Foundation  OP & WE Edwards  Foundation Share Winter Foundation   35,000 20,000 50,000  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 1:56:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 88 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: One Valley Community Foundation  Amount Requested: $ 30,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 30,000  General Category:  Non‐Profit Operations Support  Detailed Description Submitted:  One Valley Community Foundation is seeking $30,000 in personnel  and operational support for our two most critical programs for City of Bozeman nonprofits during  COVID‐19 for January 2021‐June 2021: The Southwest Montana COVID‐19 Response Fund and the  Nonprofit Cafe. Please see attached proposal and budget for review.     Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Bridget Wilkinson 4065876262 bridget@onevalley.org  Entity Address:  1627 W Main St. Box 404 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: First Security Bank ‐ Nonprofit Cafe Sponsorship  Greater Gallatin United Way ‐ COVID‐19 Fund: A matching grant to One Valley through the Dennis and  Phyllis Washington Foundation grant to support operations for Fund Split Rock Foundation ‐ COVID‐19  Fund: 100% of this funding is passthrough and to be distributed to grantees (not for administrative  support)   6000.00 3250 10000  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 9:24:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 89 of 196 1 Bozeman Non-Profit COVID Relief Grant Request Submitted by One Valley Community Foundation December 10, 2020 One Valley’s Mission To connect people who care to causes that matter to build a better community. Who is the One Valley Community Foundation? One Valley Community Foundation is a nonprofit organization that identifies and addresses the priorities and concerns of the Gallatin Valley, focuses resources to facilitate change, celebrates what makes this community special, and empowers community members to take active roles in shaping our shared future, because strong, vibrant strong communities don’t happen by accident. One Valley takes a holistic approach to Gallatin Valley’s needs by: 1. Championing the work of other nonprofits and supporting them through education and fundraising opportunities. 2. Facilitating giving back to the community through grants. 3. Gathering and sharing data and facilitating community conversations around important issues. Application Summary The total amount of funding requested and the breakdown between personnel, operational, and capital support One Valley Community Foundation is seeking $30,000 in personnel and operational support for our two most critical programs for City of Bozeman nonprofits during COVID-19 for January 2021-June 2021: The Southwest Montana COVID-19 Response Fund and the Nonprofit Cafe. Please see attached budget for detailed breakdown of expenses. The area of grant impact We believe that our leadership on both the Southwest Montana COVID-19 Fund and the Nonprofit Café programs support nonprofits who are serving City of Bozeman residents through: • food and shelter assistance, • mental or behavioral health assistance, • physical health or medical assistance, • and other assistance Page 90 of 196 2 The operational and funding difficulties experienced by the non-profit that have been brought on by the pandemic In the beginning of the pandemic in March 2020, the One Valley Community Foundation took a significant collaborative leadership role in strengthening our nonprofit community by streamlining COVID-19 communications to Bozeman nonprofits organizations, providing free education to these organizations to help them keep their doors open through our Nonprofit Cafe and by helping area donors make a greater collective impact on the COVID-19 pandemic crisis through the Southwest Montana COVID-19 Response Fund. This crisis response work was not in our budget and we did not take any administrative fee for these programs. From March – December 2020, One Valley has absorbed these unbudgeted staffing expenses to support critical nonprofit programming that is strengthening our nonprofit sector. We are asking the City of Bozeman to support a portion of the staffing costs for this crisis response work for January – June 2021. Two primary ways that One Valley has supported the City of Bozeman residents, nonprofit and philanthropic sector during the pandemic 1. Southwest Montana COVID-19 Fund: In March, the One Valley Community Foundation launched this fund in partnership with Greater Gallatin United Way. To date, our organizations raised and distributed $517,294 to 62 nonprofits to provide flexible resources to organizations working with individuals and populations disproportionately impacted by coronavirus and the health and economic consequences of this outbreak. While this Fund supported Gallatin, Park, Madison and Meagher counties, the majority of these grant recipients were located in and serving the City of Bozeman. Approximately 87.7% of total funding from this SWMT COVID-19 Response Fund went to Bozeman nonprofits. As a result, countless City of Bozeman residents were impacted by our fund through the nonprofit grantees who kept their doors open to provide shelter, meals, access to mental health support, and much more. Launching a new collaborative grants process that was equitable, transparent and responsive was a major administrative lift for our organizations. Our organizations rapidly executed the following to make this Fund possible: a. Conducted data research on nonprofit needs through surveys b. Stewarded donations from individuals, foundations and corporations c. Created a new grant application, evaluation and grant reporting process d. Conducted research on nonprofits through follow-up conversations Page 91 of 196 3 e. Assembled a weekly meeting for a regional Donations Steering Group comprised of area nonprofit leaders, city and county leaders f. Managed the administration and financial reporting necessary to demonstrate best practices in philanthropy In Phase 1, neither One Valley Community Foundation or Greater Gallatin United Way took any administrative fee to manage this new fund. To date, One Valley has invested $16,873.52 in administrative staff costs to host this fund from March until December 2020 that has not been reimbursed. As One Valley and Greater Gallatin United Way move into Phase Two of this fund from January – June 2021, One Valley anticipates $18,000 in personnel expenses based on previous staff time allocated to this Fund by our Executive Director and Finance and Operations Manager. We are asking the Bozeman Non-Profit COVID Relief Grant Fund to offset this administrative expense for the next six months of co-hosting this fund with Greater Gallatin United Way. While the City of Bozeman’s funding is critical to nonprofits right now, we know that the need will continue after the City’s funds are expended. How the grant award will meet Bozeman’s immediate needs, as well as if the grant will have lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic. Funding to offset our administrative burden of co-hosting this Fund will allow us to focus on what is most important, supporting nonprofits through the COVID-19 pandemic. Our organizations would like to avoid charging an administrative fee for Phase 2 of our fund to allow 100% of donations to go directly to grantees. Our funding, data, communications, webinars and conversations with nonprofit leaders have been a critical lifeline to many nonprofits in the City of Bozeman. Our fund was established when nonprofit organizations in Bozeman needed resources immediately to keep their doors open. We believe that our Fund allowed many nonprofits to continue serving, or increasing their critical services, to residents in the City of Bozeman during COVID-19. We believe that our work on this fund will continue to have a lasting impact by stabilizing nonprofit organizations during COVID-19. 2. Nonprofit Café: During COVID-19, nonprofits have been asked to do more with less resources. Many Bozeman nonprofit leaders are overwhelmed, burned out and in need of tools to weather this unprecedented storm. At One $500,000 $18,000 $- $200,000 $400,000 $600,000 SWMT COVID Phase 2 Fundraising Goal Anticipated Admin Expenses SWMT COVID-19 Response Fund -Phase 2 Page 92 of 196 4 Valley Community Foundation, we believe that now more than ever, affordable professional development opportunities are essential to the health of the local nonprofit sector and to keep organization’s doors open. Nonprofit Cafe provides nonprofit leaders monthly professional development sessions on a variety of topics, led by local experts and thought leaders - for free. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in March 2020, we pivoted this in- person program to be fully online via Zoom. This change was not budgeted for an took considerable staff time to learn this new technology platform. Additionally, we made immediate changes to the session topics to be responsive to nonprofit’s COVID-19 needs as they were changing quickly. For example, in March, we hosted a session on nonprofit resources and best practices during COVID-19 with an HR attorney, Prospera Business Network and the Montana Nonprofit Association. In April, our session was on fundraising during COVID-19 and in May, speakers presented on nonprofits navigating their new normal. Nonprofits have told us that our free Nonprofit Café sessions have provided them an opportunity to learn about COVID-19 funding resources, HR law, unemployment support and many other critical topics to help them navigate these unprecedented times. For many nonprofit leaders, the Nonprofit Café is also a program that connects them with other nonprofit leaders and has helped them feel less alone during these isolating months. This year, our attendance for the Nonprofit Café has skyrocketed 79% from an average of 39 attendees to 70 in just one year. How the grant award will meet Bozeman’s immediate needs, as well as if the grant will have lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic. One Valley Community Foundation is asking for six months of support to offset our staffing costs to host the Nonprofit Café, and to keep this program free, in 2021 to support nonprofit leaders in Bozeman. When our nonprofit sector is stabilized, they are better able to serve residents of Bozeman through their critical programming. Nonprofit Café provides this important education and infrastructure to help them weather this storm. 37 39 70 0 20 40 60 80 2018 2019 2020 Nu m b e r o f P e o p l e Average Nonprofit Cafe Attendance Page 93 of 196 Date: 12/17/2020 COVID Response Fund Phase Two Jan-Jun 2020 Project Annual Budget Six Months Budget Personnel 24,687$ 4,702$ Personnel 18,000$ Operations 14,595$ 7,298$ Operations -$ Capital Capital -$ Subtotal 39,282$ 12,000$ Subtotal 18,000$ COVID Response Fund Personnel Calculations Full Cost/Hr Subtotals Employee 1 15 26 390 40.95$ 15,968.90$ Employee 2 2 26 52 42.73$ 2,221.90$ Total Cost 18,190.80$ 30,000$ Average Hours per Week Number of Weeks Total Hours Total Funding Request Nonprofit Café Six Month Jan-Jun Grant Request Page 94 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: The Montana Racial Equity Project  Amount Requested: $ 30,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 30,000  General Category:  Basic Needs  Detailed Description Submitted:  The Montana Racial Equity Project (MTREP) advocates equity and  justice for historically marginalized, disenfranchised, and oppressed peoples in Montana. MTREP  directs resources, energy, and time toward addressing racial inequity and injustice in Montana  through community organizing, education, and base building.     Our purpose is to educate and activate Montanans for that which we advocate. In working towards  this, we lift the voices and elevate the agency of BIPOC through an intersectional lens and develop  antiracist leaders and organizers.As the only black‐led racial and social justice organization in the  state, we are dedicated to empowering Black, Brown, Indigenous, and people of color (BIPOC) to  acknowledge their racial trauma, learn, heal, and stand up for their civil rights.     Our promise as an organization is to lift the voices and elevate the agency of BIPOC in every aspect of  our work and put their voices at the forefront of our initiatives and community organizing. The goal  has always been to educate and activate Montanans to reduce all expressions of racism, bigotry, and  prejudice towards historically marginalized, disenfranchised, and oppressed people. We achieve this  through educational workshops, community events, community organizing, EIJ consulting, and  programs designed specifically for the benefit  and betterment of BIPOC lives.As the COVID‐19 crisis  continues to develop and affect the physical, mental, emotional, social, and financial health of our  communities, we have also seen an increase in the expression of racism, xenophobia, and white  supremacy across the state in light of the COVID‐19 pandemic. Because of this, we have seen  increased demand for our services, workshops, and EIJ training, but social distancing guidelines have  prevented us from providing these in‐person services to the public.     We normally host our main programs, “Ending Bias, Bigotry, and Racism” and "How to Talk with Kids  About Race" in a handful of Montana cities, with participants traveling from every corner of the state  to attend, learn, and grow. At the beginning of the pandemic, reduced staff hours affected our  capacity to turn our 8‐hour workshops and multi‐day training into digital formats.  We also have three  research projects that have been put on hold because of our inability to travel around the state to  conduct needs assessments and focus groups, which in turn could impact our grant funding. With the  cancellation of workshops and organizational training sessions we lost $13,000 in revenue in April  alone.    COVID‐19 has had a dramatic effect on the needs of  the underserved individuals and families we  serve, financially, mentally, socially, and physically. Well‐versed in community organizing, The  Montana Racial Equity Project wants to utilize our skills and expertise to help mobilize resources for  our community and provide financial assistance on a case‐by‐case basis to those in need. Through our  COVID‐19 Crisis Fund, we will continue to prioritize the marginalized communities we serve, such as  Black, Brown, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC) and LGBTQIA, while expanding our support to  include sick, disabled, quarantined without pay, elderly, working class individuals and families, and  undocumented community members. These funds will be used to assist individuals and/or families  who may need income assistance, funds to cover sick leave, help buying groceries, making rent or  utility payments, covering health expenses, school costs, and a myriad of other needs as they arise.   Page 95 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Our long‐term COVID‐19 management is to continue to develop creative and dynamic measures by  which to effect transformational change in racial justice and begin de‐colonizing traditional white ‐  colonized ‐ ways of being and knowledge in order to support these communities.    MTREP’s Covid‐19 Crisis fund started with $4,525, but it was depleted within 24 hours because of the  need! We have received $15,652 from the Southwest Montana Covid Response Fund, as well as  support from other charitable foundations and donations from individuals. To date, we have  expended $95,000 in financial support to those who are most at‐risk, serving roughly 150 people  across the state. There is still an existing demand of $348,671 in requests that we have not been able  to provide support for because our COVID‐19 Crisis Fund is currently at a balance of zero. While that  need spans communities across the state, there is an outstanding need of $30,000 from Bozeman  residents alone.     We are requesting $30,000 from the city to help fund the financial need of our underserved and  marginalized residents through our COVID‐19 Crisis Fund. This will be a strictly pass‐through grant for  dispersal of the entire $30,000 to the Bozeman residents whom we serve and are already on our  request list.  While our COVID‐19 Crisis Fund was not designed to last long‐term (as we hope COVID‐ 19 is not a permanent part of our lives) we see lasting effects that it could have on our community  members. Black, Brown, Indigenous, people of color (BIPOC), LGBTQIA, the sick, disabled, quarantined  without pay, elderly, working class individuals, families, and undocumented community members  need to know that they have a support system in the community. While this fund may not be a  permanent service we provide, it shows these individuals that there are organizations in Bozeman  that they can turn to for support and resources in the future. Additionally, we also see this as an  opportunity for the city to show these marginalized  community members that they are worth  investing in and that the city cares about their lives, which could result in a renewed level of trust in  the government thus bucking.     Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Judith Heilman 4065702055 jheilman@themtrep.org  Entity Address:  PO Box 11885 N/A Bozeman MT 59719  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Social Justice Fund NorthWest Southwest Montana  Covid‐19 Response Fund Northwest Area Foundation   $3,000 $23,652 $25,000 (gen ops support)  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 10:19:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 96 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Western Montana Mental Health Center ‐ Gallatin County  Amount Requested: $ 25,500  Funding Recommendation:  $ 25,500  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Current Problem ‐ Montana has a decades long persistent and veiled  problem with suicide and access to adult and young person behavioral health services. Montana has  ranked in the top 5 states for highest number of suicides per capita for over 30 years, and is ranked  39th  in overall access to behavioral health services. Because of COVID‐19 there is evidence that both  self‐directed and interpersonal violence is the second public health crisis confronting Montana at this  time due to the stress, loneliness, grief and depression and financial stress as a result of the viral  pandemic.     A few secondary consequences of the pandemic are:   •  COVID‐19 plunged Montana into its worst recession since World War II in just a few weeks  with a new economic forecast estimating the 2020 job loss at 7.3% increase  •  Calls to 911 and 211 for mental health needs are up 40+%   •  Alcohol sales are up 55% in a county are ready plagued with a history of substance use  disorders and alcohol related deaths.     The impacts of the COVID‐19 pandemic have spotlighted the rigidity in the current behavioral health  care system in Gallatin County, the geographical catchment area to be served, that prevents the  flexibility necessary to respond urgently in a social crisis. Concern that the public health crisis is  ascending rapidly is apparent in the growing number of individuals accessing crisis and emergency  services. We believe high unemployment and rising number of infections threatening and continued  poor economic relief from Federal Government stimulus, looming business shutdowns and rising  death numbers will have a multiplier effect the on self‐directed and interpersonal violence.    Evidence of a multiplying problem:  •  Admissions to Gallatin’s acute crisis, Hope House, facility has increased 25%.  •  The number of mental health emergency consultations has increased 32%.  •  Co‐responder Mental Health Crisis Calls have increased by 130% since the COVID‐19  Pandemic.   •  Child Protective Services calls decreased by 90% in Gallatin County at times during COVID‐19.    Addressing the Current Problem ‐ The confluence of a high suicide rate, a pandemic, rising substance  misuse and a recession has made Gallatin County vulnerable to increased self‐directed and  interpersonal violence. The monies from COVID‐19 Phase II emergency funding would allow us to  mobilize resources to mitigate the risk factors to reduce and prevent suicide and suicide attempts  among adults and young people. To accomplish our goals we are utilize SAMSHA’s National Guidelines  for Behavioral Health Crisis Care and utilize a Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center (BHUCC) to  increase access to behavioral health services.   As a County, we have struggled with a seamless  community continuum of crisis response to the behavioral health challenges found in a county and  state that has been ranked in the top five in the nation for per capita completed suicides. The realities  of the surge of mental health crisis resulting from COVID‐19 has been paramount. To create a rapid  emergency response system and normalize mental health crisis in the same way we do physical  health, we created the Behavioral Health Urgent Care Center in April 2020.  The creation of the  Page 97 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  BHUCC is a community partnership between Bozeman Health Deaconess Hospital (BHDH), our  Community Mental Health Center, Western Montana Mental Health Center (WMMHC), and our  Regional Crisis Center, Help Center 211 (HC211). BHUCC services focus is on individuals who are  experiencing mental health emergencies, symptoms of severe mental illness, individuals who are  uninsured and underinsured experiencing moderate mental illness symptoms. The center also focuses  on first responders, health care workers and public servants whose mental health is impacted by  COVID‐19.  Marketing materials has emphasis the BHUCC’s anonymous, confidential service that first  responders and healthcare personnel can utilize to reduce the mental health distress related to  address the social issues related to Coronavirus.   The established urgent care system has a structured  process of rapid accessibility to coordination, nursing care, medication providers and therapist  because of interagency collaboration focused on triage and ambulatory practices of care. Included are  interagency agreements that triage seamless hand‐offs that places client’s in a matrix of care that  transforms along with their needs. Interagency agreements also encourages a portable health care  interface that enhances continuity of care and satisfaction of care; major contributors to improved  health outcomes and compliance with treatment protocols.     Program Description ‐ This grant is to support this collaboration between primary responders that  resulted in a rapid response during the pandemic as well as create a replicable mental health model  including a coordinated community response inclusive of long term follow up services. BHUCC’s has  three main objectives:   1. ‘No Wrong Door’ ‐ Increase access to urgent mental health services for anyone in need;   2. Divert individuals managing a mental health status change from higher levels of care;   3. Establish parity between mental health services and medical care regardless of ability to pay.     Collaboration with partners streamlines communication, intake, medical screenings and care  coordination that allows a needs assessment to be ascertained expediently and the appropriate  services provided.  Workflows have been created to ensure individuals can present in person or  virtually after a warm hand handoff from community partners and providers. Individuals are  encouraged to contact the Help Center as the catchment for calls, which are then routed to a care  coordinator at the BHUCC. With accurate pre‐service triage the ‘right door’ can be entered with lean  efficiency. Clients can also phone the BHUCC directly and receive care coordination, nursing and  clinical services without presenting in person. Phone or Zoom will be technologies utilized to engage  clients to ensure they can remain safe during the pandemic. Individuals presenting in‐person will  receive COVID‐19 screening to ensure safety. BHUCC will also perform services that are not  traditionally reimbursed by Montana Medicaid, but are critical to preventing emergency services and  encouraging diversion to lower level of care during this time of COVID‐19. Specifically, triage and care  coordination for SMI clients that are experiencing increasing symptomology, individuals discharging  from acute crisis facilities where care coordination is not a reimbursable activity and underinsured  non‐SMI clients experiencing a mental health status change in need of clinical services. Nurse  screenings, screenings and follow‐up coordination that assists with medication compliance will be  provided.      BHUCC Key Personnel Matrix‐ Care Coordinators‐ Outpatient Registered Nurse‐ Crisis Response  Therapist‐ Outpatient Therapist‐ Psychiatric Medication Provider    Page 98 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  BHUCC Outcomes ‐ April to date:Total Clients: 307Avg. Per Day: 2 individuals (increased to 2.5 over  past 3 months) Uninsured: 42%Diversion from higher level of care: 32% Nursing screening and Care  CoordinationReceived same day medication provider access: 30% Received same day therapy: 24%  Remain engaged: 76% with care coordination follow‐ up remain engaged  Referrals:        Walk‐ins 49%  BDH – 14%  Hope House  – 15%  Law Enforcement – 7%  Call  Center – 15%    Funding ‐ BHUCC was began by a donation from the Bozeman Health Foundation and Phase 1 funding  COVID‐19 funding at the amount of $22,500. The phase 1 request was to assist with staffing urgent  care for 50 hours per week with two care coordinators and a registered for six months. The funding  covered cost of non‐reimbursable medical and mental health services such as COVID‐19 screenings,  general health care screenings, mental health depression/suicide screenings and care coordination for  both the insured and uninsured. Further, funding covered the mental health services provided to the  uninsured; specifically, therapy, medication management, in‐kind medication prescriptions and on‐ going nursing care.      We are requesting an additional $22,500 during the Phase II grant cycle to continue ensuring that our  neighbors have urgent access to mental health care as we continue to manage the impact of COVID‐ 19. Funding will continue to support the aforementioned services provided during Phase I.    Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Michael Foust 4042741027 michael.foust123@gmail.com  Entity Address:  699 Farmhouse Ln 0 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Bozeman Health 211  County SAMHSA COVID  Funding   10,000  in kind up to 130,000  Date Submitted:  12/17/2020 1:30:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 99 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: BOYS & GIRLS CLUB OF SOUTHWEST MONTANA  Amount Requested: $ 25,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 5,000  General Category:  Education  Detailed Description Submitted:  Our Mission To enable all young people, especially those who need  us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.During these uncertain  times children are in need of a safe place to play, laugh, make new friends, discover and learn during  out of school time with ongoing, supportive adults. From homework help to fun and games, each day  is filled with activities sure to keep children engaged. An annual fee of $20.00 ensures families have  an affordable option for their children. Current enrollment :100. It is imperative in order continue at  this level of service that the Boys & Girls Club receive help from the City of Bozeman.  Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Jeanne Quinn ‐ Bucher 4065878442 jeanne.bucher@gmail.com  Entity Address:  3864 BAXTER LN 0 BOZEMAN MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Private Donor Ford Foundation N/A 0  $15,000  3,600  Date Submitted:  12/11/2020 5:39:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 100 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Haven  Amount Requested: $ 25,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 25,000  General Category:  Housing  Detailed Description Submitted:  Background on organization:  Haven provides services to survivors of  intimate partner violence, sexual assault, dating violence, sex trafficking, and stalking. Haven's core  intervention programs include an emergency shelter, legal advocacy, a 24‐hour support line,  individual and group counseling, support groups, specialized support to survivors of sex trafficking,  and a legal representation partnership with the Montana Legal Services Association. These  intervention services help survivors increase their safety and stability by giving them legal protections,  a safe place to stay, and a path forward out of the trauma they have experienced.    Haven believes that, to end the cycle and stigma of intimate partner violence, we must get upstream  of the issue and provide the community with the education and resources to do so. Haven trains high  school students to give presentations to peers on teen dating violence prevention, organizes a  survivor speakers' bureau to empower survivors and put a face to the epidemic of intimate partner  violence, and presents to professionals and community members to recognize the signs of abuse.    COVID‐19 impacts:  In the wake of COVID‐19, we have all experienced a new level of isolation. More  than ever, survivors have been at increased risk while isolated at home with their abusers. Intimate  partner violence increases following natural disasters because of increased stress, fear, the constant  proximity of abuser and victim, and the breakdown of social and justice systems.    Since COVID‐19 began affecting our community, needs for direct services have increased and how  survivors are reaching out has changed. Haven has seen increased numbers of survivors reaching out  for emergency shelter services, legal services, and emotional support.Intimate partner violence is  often a contributing factor or cause of homelessness. Studies have shown that 50‐84% of homeless  females are also survivors of intimate partner violence. Because of this common co‐occurrence,  Haven participates in the Greater Gallatin Homeless Action Committee to enhance community  collaboration in meeting the needs of our local homeless population. The number of survivors who  self‐reported as homeless (87) continues to be the largest underserved group that Haven serves.   Haven empowers all survivors by removing financial barriers for services including free shelter,  general and legal advocacy, as well as therapy and other services.    Due to the impacts of COVID‐19, Haven, like many organizations in Gallatin County, was unable to  host fundraising and community events this year which has severely impacted our annual income and  general operating budget. In October, we hosted Haven Rising, our largest fundraising event of the  year, virtually. We were only able to raise 50% of our general operating goal for the event. This left of  us with a $25,000 general operations deficit.    Moreover, in addition to the loss of fundraising potential, being unable to hold community events  also restricts our prevention and education efforts which are critical elements in Haven’s goal to end  the cycle of violence in our community. This limitation reduces our general operating budget items  that allow Haven to support advocacy staff, quickly respond to survivor needs, and achieve our  mission of reducing the incidence and minimizing the impact of domestic abuse on families and  communities. Looking ahead, there is still so much uncertainty around whether we will be able to  Page 101 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  host events next year, and we are having to think of creative ways to recover cancelled event revenue  that would typically have gone into Haven’s general operating fund. Our general operating fund  allows us to be flexible and effective at helping survivors based on what they need and find  meaningful. Having access to a healthy general operating fund is imperative for Haven to continue  doing the work that we do. It allows our organization to support survivors and their families during  the exceptionally hard times brought on by the global pandemic.    Haven respectfully requests a $25,000 grant from the Bozeman Non‐Profit COVID‐19 Relief Grant  Fund to cover survivor crisis support services and crisis management support. This includes general  operating support for direct client services, which incorporates the following: shelter/housing  support, emergency needs such as transportation and food, counseling support, and increased staff  hours due to altered or expanded services. This funding will allow us to meet unforeseen survivor  needs generated or compounded by COVID‐19 an its impacts that require a fast response. While  COVID‐19 has forced us to become more flexible and think outside the box, the work Haven is doing  extends beyond the pandemic. We will continue to work toward our goal of ending the cycle of abuse  in our community and envision a community fully engaged and committed to the safety and well‐ being of its members.      Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Sydni Berry 4065867689 sydni@havenmt.org  Entity Address:  PO BOX 752 N/A BOZEMAN MT 59771  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: BNSF Railway The Greater Gallatin United Way The  Bozeman Area Community Foundation an the Greater Gallatin Unite Way ‐ Southwest Montana  COVID‐19 Response Fund   $15,000 ‐ requested $18,000 ‐ awarded $20,000  Date Submitted:  12/17/2020 2:49:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 102 of 196 Bozeman Non-Profit COVID-19 Relief Grant Application Budget BUDGET ITEM DETAILS REQUEST TOTAL COST Direct Service Expenses This line item includes expenses such as shelter program supplies, meeting emergency client needs (hotels, food, transportation), office rent, and professional liability insurance. $5,000 $141,224 Personnel Personnel constitute the highest costs to Haven, as most programs require staff members to work one-on-one with participants. This funding includes staff salaries and benefits for the Lead, Legal, Trafficking, Survivor, Overnight, and Weekend Advocates, the Prevention Coordinator, and the Program Director so that Haven can continue to provide the highest quality services possible. $18,000 $363,674.20 Counseling Services Haven’s contracted counselor donates hundreds of hours in supervision and therapy each year. The requested funds would help pay to continue Haven’s counseling program by supervising two interns and maintain Haven’s skills lab, which provides advocates with continuing education on how to work with trauma survivors. $2,000 $48,510 Subtotal $25,000 $553,408.20 Page 103 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Adventure Scientists  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 20,000  General Category:  Environmental  Detailed Description Submitted:  Adventure Scientists is a Bozeman‐based 501(c)(3) nonprofit  organization dedicated to equipping scientific leaders with project planning and data collection  services to accelerate their ability to combat environmental and human health issues. In addition to  project design and infrastructure development, Adventure Scientists recruits skilled, carefully  screened volunteers from the outdoor community, who can collect data anywhere, at any scale.     In March, we hit pause on all field operations due to COVID‐19. We built and added safety modules to  all of our trainings as well as our field and shipping protocols. We transitioned our team of 14 to  home offices, adapted our  office for limited use, and held team‐wide scenario planning and strategic  sessions to ensure we remain viable for years to come. From these sessions, we increased visibility of  our project design and build services, which don’t require field data collection. We also temporarily  revamped our service model to help scientists whose field seasons were affected. And, we dialed back  our 2020 projections for existing projects.In July, we began carefully reopening field operations. Now,  with risk management protocols in place and our organizational systems adjusted accordingly,  volunteers remain active in select locations. The safety of our volunteers and community remains our  first priority, and we are continually monitoring and responding to federal, state, and local  guidance.In Montana, volunteers were active on two projects this year, which we plan to continue in  2021:  ‐ Our long‐distance road cyclists collected GPS‐tagged data on roadkill along state and federal  highways. The information––including photos, species ID, location, road conditions, nearby  infrastructure, and other key data points––informs the planning, permitting, and design of new and  upgraded wildlife‐vehicle collision mitigation structures. This year, 179 cyclists collected more than  3,000 wildlife and roadkill observations to inform mitigation efforts and save lives by reducing  collisions.  ‐ Our Wild and Scenic Rivers (WSR) volunteers (runners, hikers, bikers, and more) surpassed our water  quality sampling goal for the year. The vast majority of rivers within the WSR system have an  unassessed, unknown, or impaired water quality status––and the good water quality status of other  rivers may be based on assumptions or outdated data.     Filling these data gaps empowers managers in charge of these rivers to preserve water resources that  support wildlife, recreation, fishing, and safe drinking water. Critical research has been severely and  unavoidably impacted this year and yet, we were able to continue operations, albeit on a limited  basis. We are proud to be able to remain resilient, adaptable, and able to serve the scientific  community and support our team and community in Bozeman.     Now, we are seeking support from the City of Bozeman to invest in team resilience and development.    Creativity, optimism, and persistence are a few of our organizational values we lean on every day. Our  values help us draw strength to tackle the often daunting environmental and human health  challenges we focus on at Adventure Scientists. We are working to ensure that we will emerge from  this shared experience with a resilient organization and an even stronger appreciation of the critical  Page 104 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  importance of science and the scientists who are working to tackle all of the major challenges we  face, every day.       Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Merrill Hallett 4066243320ext.705 merrill@adventurescientists.org  Entity Address:  407 West Main Street 8 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: The Tecovas Foundation Outdoor Research  Tomchin Family Foundation CLIF Bar Family Foundation   $50,000 $50,000 $10,000 $5,000  Date Submitted:  12/18/2020 12:12:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 105 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Befrienders (Bozeman)  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 20,000  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Since 1993, Befrienders has provided thousands of hours of  companionship, support and advocacy to seniors in the Gallatin Valley in a program that is entirely  free.  We match a community volunteer (18+) with a senior (65+) for a commitment of  companionship of a minimum of one hour per week for a minimum of one year.  Research has  definitively shown that companionship and reduction of social isolation among seniors is critical to  their physical and emotional wellbeing and quality of life, and we have seen repeatedly and  consistently in the last 27 years that these matches have brought great joy and enrichment to both  the seniors and their volunteers.      Due to COVID‐19, our donations in 2020 were way down from businesses and individuals. We had to  cancel our main fundraiser in September 2020 due to COVID and fear that the event could cost us  more than we would make, which would have been disastrous for our organization. Our fundraising  ability in 2020 via normal channels was severely curtailed because it was so difficult in 2020’s  economic climate to ask local businesses for donations, since many were suffering. Also, many  foundations were overwhelmed by grant requests, and/or their own donors were subject to  limitations given that the stock market was often unstable and many donors saw their retirement  savings swing up and down substantially.      As we prepare to enter 2021, there continues to be enormous uncertainty for our organization in  terms of fundraising.  We simply don’t know where the necessary funds are going to come from to  sustain our operations, and our approved budget for 2021 is therefore by necessity largely educated  guesswork but also a song and a prayer.  Given that the service we provide to seniors for free would  cost approximately $3,000 per year to pay for, any negative impact on our operations this coming  year would be a terrible result for the seniors in Gallatin Valley, especially those of limited means, and  their families and/or caretakers.$14,000 of the requested amount would be for the following uses:    $11,000 for operating expenses.  We need approximately $5,500 per month to cover the salary of our  two employees, the Executive Director and the Program Manager, plus utilities, etc.  Funding for  $11,000 in operating expenses would allow us to cover our overhead for two months, and position us  to be in much better standing as we await the vaccine/hopeful abating of COVID and enter Spring  2021.  It continues to be our hope that by March or April, the economy’s full opening or the long‐ awaited start of normalization will allow a return to our regular fundraising avenues.      $1,500 to host small fundraisers at local businesses in town as soon as COVID permits it to be safe and  feasible for our seniors (e.g. a pizza night, a bowling night).  These small fundraisers would further  shore up our operating capital, and also helpfully benefit those local businesses in the process.       $1,500 to:  1) greatly increase mailings/contact with our seniors, particularly those waiting to be  matched (our postage and printing costs in 2020 were astronomical compared to recent past years,  but we can't email or digitally senior participants and we must hard‐mail them any communications ‐‐  there is simply a technology gap there that must be recognized and dealt with); and 2) enable us to  continue our MSU intern program (we have 2‐3 interns per term, including Summer Term. and their  Page 106 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  supervision in part is required by maintaining the Program Manager position), wherein Befrienders  provides real‐life experience for students studying Community Health and Geriatrics by placing  interns and practicum students into our program.  The MSU intern program is just one example of  how intergenerational our program is:  e.g., we also have MSU student Befriender volunteers who are  matched with seniors.  Befrienders provides these and other wonderful opportunities for  intergenerational contact and cross‐cultural diversity and contact.Befrienders is poised to make a  tremendous leap forward in 2021 that would greatly benefit the Bozeman community in both the  immediate and long term future.  Due to the generosity of the Dennis & Phyllis Washington  Foundation, we have a second employee (who started in 2020) for the first time in our history, who is  a Program Manager who can greatly help facilitate our goal to double our capacity by December  2021.  We currently have approximately 60 active matches and dozens of volunteers and seniors  waiting on each side to make a match once COVID permits (currently most participants are in remote  virtual contact), and we have a current total of approximately 160 participants.  With this requested  funding, we can spring into action once COVID is under control and create tremendous momentum  within the organization to increase our capacity and thereby decrease social isolation and loneliness  among our seniors in Bozeman.  During the entire COVID period, we have continued to receive a  steady stream of new volunteer applications from kind‐hearted community members who care  deeply about mitigating senior isolation.    With the additional $6,000 requested in funding, we will:  •  Double the number of seniors served to 120 by December 2021. Befrienders will be able to  serve and recruit more seniors with community outreach events, increased marketing efforts, and  conducting more senior home visits.   •  Double the number of volunteers served to 120 by December 2021. Befrienders will be able  to train and recruit more volunteers with community outreach events, increased marketing efforts,  and conduct more volunteer trainings and background checks.  •  Continue to maintain our 90% success rate among matches. This goal will be met by  maintaining our extensive and exhaustive upfront interview processes.  During the volunteer training,  participants complete surveys on what they hope to gain from the program, what their interests are,  what type of activities they enjoy, what gender of senior they would be comfortable being matched  with, and any anticipated scheduling issues, among other things. Seniors are interviewed in their  home and asked these same questions in an effort to learn as much about them as we possibly can to  create a successful and enduring match.  •  90% of participating seniors in our program will report an increase in the quality of their life  and health. We conducted a survey in Fall 2019 and received 100 percent unanimity from  participating seniors that the program increased their quality of life and emotional and mental  wellbeing.  With this requested funding, Befrienders will be able to continue to maintain the second  staff position and MSU interns who enable us to continue. among many other vital functions, to  survey participating seniors and carefully monitor program success for seniors, who are simply among  those in our most vulnerable population ‐‐ and never more so than in this time of COVID‐19.  •  Through these surveys, 90% of participating volunteers in our program will report an increase  of joy in their life.   •  Befrienders will help educate a minimum of 6 intern/practicum students from Montana State  University per year. Being able to maintain the position of Program Manager with this funding, the  Befrienders’ program manager will allow the capacity to train and work with these MSU students.    Page 107 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Befrienders' companionship program is self‐sufficient, but we are very fortunate to enjoy the support  and cooperation of many affiliated programs such as HRDC, the Senior Center, etc.  Many of our  participants live in retirement homes, assisted living, and skilled nursing facilities. These facilities  welcome our volunteers, viewing them as vital components in maintaining a resident's quality of life.  We routinely receive referrals for seniors looking to join Befrienders from the staff at Senior Living  Communities throughout Bozeman. The Befrienders office is located on the second floor of the  Bozeman Senior Center, allowing us to interact with seniors every day under normal circumstances  (that is, non‐COVID times). We receive referrals not only from the Senior Center and RSVP staff who  are also housed in the building, but from seniors who come to the center for lunch, activities, and to  shop at the second hand store. Befrienders is a wonderful program that has never been able to really  grow and blossom because it has been severely limited by lack of staff, and the financial inability to  afford an additional staff position.  Last year, our net profit was approximately $12,000.  Because we  are solvent but always cut so close to the bone, financially, we've never been able to increase our  reach and effectiveness.  If uncertainty and insecurity about funding in 2021 causes us to not be able  to maintain the second staff person, we will experience a very unfortunate backslide in the wrong  direction, and we think this would be extremely detrimental to the community.  Without the Program  Manager, the Executive Director position will again become overwhelmed with programming and not  be able to take the organization to the next level, particularly as it pertains to growth in capacity and  fundraising.  Bozeman is growing exponentially and the senior population along with it.All the specific  goals that can be facilitated by the requested funding ‐‐ i.e., to support a significant increase in the  number of matches we manage and new participants we can train, background check, and otherwise  have vetted so we can get people into the program faster and matched with waiting seniors ‐‐ are so  critical to the wellbeing of our local seniors.      The community’s need for this program is proven, and has been proven for over 27 years now.  For  each senior we provide with life‐enriching companionship, there is a ripple effect throughout the  community since that person’s family and friends also benefit from knowing that the senior is  matched with a volunteer.  We are constantly thanked by grateful family members and caretakers!  The ripple effect of our work and mission is incalculable and also priceless in that it is all about  peoples’ ease of mind and comfort level.  Providing companionship to our community seniors helps  all of us and fills our volunteers with a connection to the community and sense of joy and purpose  that also benefits the overall Bozeman community enormously.The current COVID‐19 crisis in a  strange way has been so informative for all of us because there is no better example of how isolation  is not an optimal existence, and in fact is quite the opposite.  Loneliness and isolation is detrimental  to mental and cognitive health of anyone, of any age, but particularly of seniors.Receiving the  requested funding would mean the world to us and our participants, present and future.    Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Cameron Pantano 4065228169 info@befriendersbozeman.org  Entity Address:  807 N Tracy 2nd floor Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation RMDC  Area IV on Aging Gallatin County Finance Dept   $10,000 challenge grant $5,000  $15,250  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 3:18:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 108 of 196 Page 109 of 196 Page 110 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 20,000  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Please see attached grant application (which also has 2019 990s  included).     Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Katie Moyer 4065871216 katie@bbbs‐bigskycountry.org  Entity Address:  15 S. 8th Avenue n/a Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Arthur M Blank Foundation State of Montana  Stavros Niarchos Foundation Yellowstone Club Community Foundation  75000 70000 50000 12500  Date Submitted:  12/11/2020 10:15:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 111 of 196   Big Brothers Big Sisters of Big Sky Country  Non-Profit COVID Relief Grant Request    ABOUT US: With a vision that all youth achieve their full potential, the BBBS mission is to create and support one-to-one mentoring relationships that ignite the power and promise of youth. We serve over 250 youth (ages 5-18) across 16,000 square miles and five counties in Southwestern Montana. This includes over 135 youth in Gallatin County. We run two community-based programs (Livingston and Bozeman areas) which match adult community members (“Bigs”) with a local youth (“Littles”) and the matches independently meet approximately once a week. We also run six school-based programs (Livingston, Big Sky, and Ennis) which match adult or older student “Bigs” with younger “Littles” and they meet once a week during school. In addition to the mentoring programs, we also run programming for our matches that focus on the outdoors, arts, and youth mental health. COMMUNITY NEED: Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs--stressful or traumatic events such as abuse and neglect, witnessing domestic violence) are strongly related to the development and prevalence of a wide range of health problems throughout a person’s lifespan. As the number of ACEs increases, so does the risk for negative outcomes in life. Experiencing four or more ACEs is a threshold for a higher risk of negative physical and mental health outcomes. Our local context is sobering: Montana is one of five states where as many as one in seven children experience three or more ACES and we also have the fourth highest youth suicide rate in the country. Further, the effects of the COVID-19 crisis are still unfolding in Montana. There is still considerable uncertainty and stress related to economic and physical well-being and these stressors, in turn, impact families and mental health. The promising news is that research shows that children can overcome adversity and the negative impact of ACEs through the presence of protective factors such as strong relationships with adults. At BBBS, we facilitate a supportive and consistent framework of caring adults and older mentors which create this preventative factor. 88% of the youth in our community-based program improved or maintained their belief that they’ll graduate high school and go to college; 87% improved their feelings of social competence & acceptance; 90% improved or maintained their attitudes toward risky behavior (such as alcohol or drug use). The matches are investment in our collective future: the matches we make help youth to thrive while also strengthening the fabric of our community. During this time or uncertainty and stress, this consistency and sense of connection is more important than ever. Page 112 of 196 ORGANIZATIONAL NEED: While expenses have remained true to our original 2020 budget (we have kept all programs running and staff employed), we are anticipating bringing in approximately 80% of our originally budgeted revenue this year despite having secured other COVID relief funds. ​Our largest revenue “hit” has been in our fundraising events as we shifted to hold them in a physically d​istant manner. For example, we adjusted our largest fundraiser, a Celebrity Golf Tournament in Big Sky, which usually has people flying in from all over the country, to be a physically distant golf-athon and brought in only 25% of the budgeted revenue. As we look ahead to 2021, even with a vaccine on the horizon, we are concerned about the uncertainties of the fundraising landscape and additional COVID relief would be a tremendous help in bridging the gap, particularly in the first half of 2021. General operating support through a grant of $20,000 would give us the flexibility to keep all programs running to continue meeting needs and making strides towards our 2021 program goals which include: 1.Adjusting programming to meet new needs brought about by Covid-19 and ensure we maintain or increase the number of youth served.​ ​While our community-based matches are meeting virtually or outdoors, we are continually adjusting our school-based programs to work with the different realities of each school district we work in (Livingston, Big Sky, Ennis). Our ultimate goal is to ensure that we provide consistency of support and keep our youth connected through this trying time. 2.Expanding programming to include more opportunities for our matches to enjoy and benefit from the outdoors and the arts.​ This summer, we facilitated 12 outdoor match activities where matches could be physically distanced but still connect and enjoy the outdoors (e.g. bike riding, kite flying, community garden tour, draft horse sanctuary visit). We will continue facilitating small group outdoor activities in the fall and winter (in accordance with up-to-date guidelines). In the arts, we completed the Silver Linings Mural Project in Bozeman which provided an opportunity for BBBS participants and family members to work alongside local artist Heather Rapp to create a mural that speaks to shedding a positive light on challenging circumstances. This mural is on the Southern wall of the Western Plumbing building on Mendenhall and Wallace. 3.Training additional mentors and community members in Youth Mental Health First Aid​. ​In this training, adults who work with youth learn to recognize risk factors and warning signs of mental health challenges youth face and also how to support through and emotional crisis (including suicide ideation) by applying a five-step action plan. All staff and almost 30 Bigs and community members have been trained so far. We are also laying the groundwork for bringing Teen Mental Health First Aid to school partners-- through this program, we would train an entire school grade level plus a minimum of 10% of school staff in mental health first aid. 4.Laying the foundations in more rural communities.​ Prior to Covid-19, we had plans for 2020 to begin expanding programs to reach more youth in our rural communities (e.g. Gardiner, West Yellowstone, Dillon, Big Timber). While the timeline of launching new programs is delayed currently, we remain committed to running programs that serve our more rural communities and are in continued conversation with school and community leaders in these communities to lay the groundwork to be able to launch. NOTE ON 990s: BBBS of Gallatin County and BBBS of Park and Sweetgrass Counties merged on January 1, 2020 (under BBBS of Gallatin County’s EIN 81-0359636). We have included 990s for both as context for full, merged financials. Please note that BBBS of Park and Sweetgrass were on a fiscal year so the 2019 990 represents only July 1, 2019 through December 31, 2019 (i.e. half a year) at which point the two organizations merged. Page 113 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Bozeman Schools Foundation  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 20,000  General Category:  Education  Detailed Description Submitted:  We are requesting $20,000 to help fund operational costs including  payroll, and Worthy Student Scholarships.      Since the pandemic hit last spring, we have had to cancel one fundraiser and hold another virtually.   In addition, our spring fundraiser will also either be cancelled or offered as a virtual event.   Furthermore, there has been some negativity directed towards the Bozeman School District regarding  the blended model of returning to school in the fall.  Some of our long time donors have said they are  not interested in giving to the Bozeman Schools Foundation because they are upset about the current  scheduling and the District's handling of the pandemic.Despite COVID‐19, we have moved forward  with our programming ‐ awarding scholarships last spring, giving away more than 1,000 books over  the summer and fall, and awarding $15,000 in classroom grants.  As we look to the remainder of the  school year, we will need to fund the Worthy Student Scholarship Program.  These scholarships have  been awarded in Bozeman for the past 41 years, and we are committed to awarding them this year.   The scholarships are character‐based awards.  The BHS (and next year GHS) seniors are nominated  and chosen based on integrity and other worthy character traits.  A Worthy Student Scholarship  changes lives ‐ not just financially! We believe it is important to recognize students for their  outstanding character, especially since many of our recipients have never been recognized in this way  before.  These young adults are our future leaders, professionals and parents and we encourage them  to be proud of this achievement and carry it into their future.  We award 40 scholarships of $1,500  each for total of $60,000.      On behalf of everyone at the Bozeman Schools Foundation, I greatly appreciate the opportunity to  apply for this grant.  We believe in public education and our mission to inspire, encourage and  support teachers and students in the Bozeman School District.  Thank you!     Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Judy Slate 4605226071 judy@bozemanschoolsfoundation.org  Entity Address:  404 West Main Street 225 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation  State of  Montana Coronavirus Relief Fund  Gilhousen Family Foundation    $5,000   $20,000  $3,000  Date Submitted:  12/10/2020 5:01:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 114 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Cancer Support Community Montana  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 20,000  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Cancer Support Community provides support, education and hope  for people affected by cancer ‐ all free of charge. We only serve youth and adults who live in  Montana, yet most of our participants live right here in Bozeman. Given the pandemic, this is a  unique and challenging year and we ask for your support as we navigate unchartered waters.     Our request is for your financial support in providing ongoing programs to improve mental health or  our community as we continue to evaluate and respond to the growing immediate needs of people in  Bozeman impacted by cancer. The pandemic that has entered our world has had profound effects on  our participants, healthcare system, and fundraising capabilities. A diagnosis of cancer has an  overpowering affect on the lives of people diagnosed with cancer and their family and they quickly  mobilize to a life filled with doctor appointments, debilitating treatment, high levels of anxiety,  frequent depression and isolation as they protect their immune system from destruction. This  pandemic has increased these ill effects in a multitude of ways and yet cancer does not care if we are  in the middle of a pandemic ‐ people are being diagnosed despite it all. That said, the sense of  isolation and worry about the future that we all feel during this COVID year is only a portion of what  people with cancer are experiencing and will continue to manage far into 2021. Isolation is extreme,  and will continue to be affecting people due to the immunocompromised status of people with  cancer. This includes their entire family as they navigate the delicate balance between life and death.  With this situation, isolation, anxiety about the future, and depression are increased exponentially,  and this is where the services of Cancer Support Community come into play to address their  immediate needs ‐ all free of charge to our participants.    When our physical doors had to close on March 19, we never wavered on providing programs  because we are nimble, innovative and we know that adults and youth impacted by cancer need us  now more than ever. By moving programs onto the virtual platform, we have learned how to use this  tool to serve more people, and continue to mobilize this by making important adjustments to our list  of service options. We know that virtual programming can offset feelings of isolation, provide access  to our services, and bring a sense of connection and purpose during this difficult time. This includes  about 50 programs per month that incorporates strength training, yoga, mindfulness education,  support groups, education sessions, as well as youth and family programs. Individuals can meet one‐ on‐one with our Clinical Program Director to talk about feelings of worry, anxiety and depression, and  learn vital skills to manage through this difficult time.Cancer Support Community has been a  responsible nonprofit for the past 16 years, and we have built sustainability into our model to ensure  that no one faces cancer alone in our community. During the pandemic, we have maintained all of our  staff and programs through the generosity of our community as well as applying for COVID Cares  dollars in a responsible manner. Because of these efforts, we have managed to maintain our financial  security in 2020, but we worry greatly about opportunities for funding in 2021. Since our mental  health programs and services are offered free of charge, all funds are raised through individuals,  businesses, fundraising events and grants. There are generally no state or federal dollars available,  and we are concerned about the ability of individuals and businesses to be financially able to support  our services in the upcoming year as the pandemic bears down on businesses' ability to thrive.      Page 115 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  In addition, our two largest fundraisers are held in large groups: Cruisin on Main with about 10,000  people, and the Annual Gala with 350 guests, and we are concerned about whether these events will  be held in 2021.     Therefore, Cancer Support Community graciously requests a grant for $20,000 to allow us to continue  to offer programs for people in our community affected by cancer. Specifically, our support groups  and one‐on‐one counseling is immediately essential for people to improve their mental health and  wellbeing. This year has brought on challenges that were previously unthinkable as Gallatin County  became the hotbed for COVID in Montana. During this time, we have all felt feelings of isolation,  uncertainty, anxiety and fear, and this is what people diagnosed with cancer feel like all the time.  When COVID hit, these difficult feelings were doubled down when people could not get the treatment  required, had to wait for surgery while the cancer held a place in their body, and their immune  system forces them to be quarantined them in their homes. Cancer Support Community never left  their side, and our participants are so very grateful.     Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Becky Franks 4065821600 becky@cancersupportmontana.org  Entity Address:  102 S. 11th Ave 102 S. 11th Ave Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: PPP in 2020 Southwest Montana COVID Fund in  2020 100 Strong 2020 capital improvement to update Virtual Community hardware   $76,600 $5,000  $10,000  Date Submitted:  12/20/2020 12:10:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 116 of 196 At CSC, we serve everyone, at any stage of their cancer diagnosis. Family members, friends, partners, and caregivers are welcome. All programs are free of charge and offered in a beautiful home-like setting. CSC programs are made possible through charitable gifts. Cancer Support Community Montana YOUR PLACE FOR FREE FREE CANCER SUPPORT CANCER SUPPORT 1 0 2 S . 1 1 t h A v e n u e B o z e m a n , M T 5 9 7 1 5 J a n u a r y & F e b r u a r y 2 0 2 1 Ca n c e r S u p p o r t C o m m u n i t y a n d th e B o z e m a n H e a l t h C a n c e r Ce n t e r , a l o n g w i t h m a n y o t h e r co m m u n i t y p a r t n e r s , a r e p l e a s e d to c o l l a b o r a t e i n p r o v i d i n g c a n c e r su p p o r t , e d u c a t i o n a n d h o p e . Of f i c e H o u r s : Mo n d a y t h r o u g h F r i d a y 9 a m - 4 p m o r b y a p p o i n t m e n t 40 6 . 5 8 2 . 1 6 0 0 ww w . c a n c e r s u p p o r t m o n t a n a . o r g Be c k y F r a n k s Ex e c u t i v e D i r e c t o r be c k y @ c a n c e r s u p p o r t m o n t a n a . o r g An n a G r e e n b e r g , M . E d . Ed u c a t i o n & Y o u t h D i r e c t o r an n a @ c a n c e r s u p p o r t m o n t a n a . o r g Cl a i r e K e n n e d y Op e r a t i o n s M a n a g e r cl a i r e @ c a n c e r s u p p o r t m o n t a n a . o r g Em m a O t t o Vo l u n t e e r & M a r k e t i n g D i r e c t o r em m a @ c a n c e r s u p p o r t m o n t a n a . o r g Je n n i f e r P e a r s o n , M S De v e l o p m e n t D i r e c t o r je n n i f e r @ c a n c e r s u p p o r t m o n t a n a . o r g N o n - P r o f i t O r g U S P o s t a g e P A I D P E R M I T # 9 1 B o z e m a n M T About Our Program Calendar Cancer Support Community provides free programs that complement traditional medical care for cancer. These include: support groups, nutrition, exercise, education, and more. Family & friends are welcome to participate in most activities. Take a look inside; these icons lead you to our six pillars: Cancer Support Community Montana’s mission is to ensure all people impacted by cancer are empowered by knowledge, strengthened by action and sustained by community. We offer many different opportunities for anyone impacted by cancer to get involved through educational sessions, support groups, fun activities and more. Cancer Doesn’t Stop For A Pandemic & Neither Do We! “ T o e n s u r e T h a T a l l p e o p l e i m p a c T e d b y c a n c e r a r e e m p o w e r e d b y k n o w l e d g e , s T r e n g T h e n e d b y a c T io n , a n d s u s T a i n e d b y c o m m u n i T y . ” In p a r t n e r s h i p w i t h : Ja n u a r y & F e b r u a r y 2 0 2 1 Ca n c e r S u p p o r t M o n t a n a . o r g 10 2 S . 1 1 t h A v e . , B o z e m a n , M T ( 4 0 6 ) 5 8 2 - 1 6 0 0 Here is what you need to know for 2021 Things that look the same • FREE OF CHARGE - We are still offering over 240 programs per year – completely free of charge to Montanans impacted by cancer. • THE WHOLE FAMILY – Cancer does not only impact the survivor, which is why we continue to serve cancer survivors, caregivers, kids, and other loved ones. • PROFESSIONALS - Our support groups are facilitated by talented and licensed mental health professionals and our programs are taught by experts in their field. • EXERCISE - Healthy Excursions, Steps for Strength, and water aerobics are all offered in person – when safe with social distancing. • RESOURCES – Wigs, educational materials, and books are available – call to schedule an appointment to try on wigs or peruse the library. • YOU ARE NOT ALONE – Cancer Support Community is here to serve you and your loved ones. Please call or email to learn more about connecting with resources and other cancer survivors, caregivers and families. Things that look a little different: • VIRTUAL COMMUNITY - Support groups, strength training, yoga, and educational programs are offered via Zoom. If you see this symbol , the program is offered through zoom. New to zoom? Call or email for a one-on-one training with a CSC staff member before your first program. • NEW STRENGTH TRAINING INTRO - We are now offering cancer survivors a private ½ hour strength training intro session with ACSM certified Exercise Cancer Specialist, Amy Strom. • TAKE CHARGE! - This educational series for survivors finishing treatment is offered six times per year (on even months) • KIDS CORNER – Youth and family programs will be held outside, with limited capacity, or online. Individual support and educational resources for parents and kids is available with just a phone call or email. Family Programs Exercise Emotional Support Education Pathways Mind/Body Page 117 of 196 January 2021 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Office Closed 2 4 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Metastatic Breast Cancer Support Group 12 - 1pm Gentle Yoga 5:30 - 6:30pm 5 Bosom Buddies 5:30 - 6:30pm 6 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Cancer Support Group 12 - 1pm 7 Gentle Yoga 8:45 - 9:45am 2021 Vision Collage 12 - 1pm 8 Core Strengthening 12 - 12:30pm 9 11 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am GYN Cancer Support 12 - 1:30pm Gentle Yoga 5:30 - 6:30pm 12 Blood Cancer Connections 12 - 1pm Yoga Nidra 5 - 6pm 13 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Naturopathic Medicine: Natural Pain Management 12 - 1pm Virtual BINGO Night! 4:30 - 5:30pm 14 Gentle Yoga 8:45 - 9:45am Men’s Virtual Connections 5:30 - 6:30pm 15 16 18 Office Closed 19 Friends & Family Connections 5:30 - 6:30pm Bosom Buddies 5:30 - 6:30pm 20 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Cancer Support Group 12 - 1pm 21 Gentle Yoga 8:45 - 9:45am 22 Field Guide to Nutrition & Cancer 12 - 1pm 23 Barre Exercise Class for Beginners 10 - 10:45am 25 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am GYN Cancer Support 12 - 1:30pm Gentle Yoga 5:30 - 6:30pm 26 Young Women’s Virtual Connections 12 - 1:30pm 27 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Prostate Connection 6 - 7pm 28 Gentle Yoga 8:45 - 9:45am 29 Mandala Meditation 12 - 1pm 30 For all in-person programs, we will be following CDC and local guidelines for 6ft distancing, sanitation, and face coverings. Living With Loss In collaboration with Hospice of Bozeman Health, CSC hosts “Living With Loss” - a weekly grief group open to any family member, caregiver or friend who has lost a loved one within the past year. Facilitated by Heather Linn, LCSW. Held every Wednesday virtually from 5:30-7pm February 2021 Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 1 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Metastatic Breast Cancer Support Group 12 - 1pm Gentle Yoga 5:30 - 6:30pm 2 Bosom Buddies 5:30 - 6:30pm 3 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Cancer Support Group 12 - 1pm 4 Gentle Yoga 8:45 - 9:45am Take Charge: Nutrition 12 - 1pm Breathing Easy 4 - 5:15pm 5 COVID & Cancer 12 - 1pm 6 8 Acupressure: Improving Digestion 10 - 11am Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am GYN Cancer Support 12 - 1:30pm Gentle Yoga 5:30 - 6:30pm 9 Blood Cancer Connections 12 - 1pm Yoga Nidra 5 - 6pm 10 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Naturopathic Medicine: Anti-Inflammatory Diet 12 - 1pm Valentine’s Day Virtual Party 4 - 5pm Prostate Cancer Update and Focus Group 6 - 7pm 11 Gentle Yoga 8:45 - 9:45am Take Charge: Exercise 12 - 1pm Breathing Easy 4 - 5:15pm Men’s Virtual Connections 5:30 - 6:30pm 12 Virtual Cooking Class: Valentine’s Day Brunch 12 - 1pm 13 15 Office Closed 16 Friends & Family Connections 5:30 - 6:30pm Bosom Buddies 5:30 - 6:30pm 17 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Cancer Support Group 12 - 1pm 18 Gentle Yoga 8:45 - 9:45am Take Charge: Side Effects 12 - 1pm Breathing Easy 4 - 5:15pm 19 20 Barre Exercise Class for Beginners 10 - 10:45am 22 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am GYN Cancer Support 12 - 1:30pm Gentle Yoga 5:30 - 6:30pm 23 Young Women’s Virtual Connections 12 - 1:30pm 24 Strength Training 10:45 - 11:30am Prostate Connection 6 - 7pm 25 Gentle Yoga 8:45 - 9:45am Take Charge: Communicating with Your Healthcare Team 12 - 1pm 26 Core Strengthening 12 - 12:30pm 27 Page 118 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Children's Museum of Bozeman, Inc. dba Montana Science Center  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 20,000  General Category:  Education  Detailed Description Submitted:  Montana Science Center (MSC) is requesting funds for adaptations  made to programs offered by the Science Center due to COVID‐19. Programs, including childcare  options, were adapted to meet the needs of the community while families navigated the need for  extensive childcare as school options flexed. Additionally, other programs were adapted for at‐home  learning during stay‐at‐home orders. These programs were adapted to encourage families to have  meaningful learning experiences while promoting staying at home when they could. Programs  adapted for home include Camp‐at‐Home videos, kits and instruction; take‐home STEAMkits; and  virtual programming on our YouTube channel. Programs adapted for childcare needs include  additional day camps, such as during Winter Break, and a weekly Science Class. Montana Science  Center also offered a free Study Hall in our computer lab as access to the internet and computer  needs increased for school aged children. All of these programs had opportunities for reduced or free  assistance in order to meet the needs of all families. Though these are all examples of ways that  Montana Science Center adapted and continue to adapt due to the pandemic, they are also ongoing  ways that MSC will continue to meet the needs of the community in the coming months. MSC will  continue to offer Science Class & Science Club, will host  Day Camps for out‐of‐school days and Spring  Break, will continue to offer the at‐home options listed above. Montana Science Center has plans to  continue all of these programs, as needed by the community, throughout 2021, and potentially  beyond that. It is MSC’s goal to develop programs that have a lasting impact on this community while  meeting the immediate needs arising from the pandemic. Science enrichment programs are critical to  school children as teachers and schools navigate new instruction platforms. Each program is designed  to meet the educational needs of families in order to support them during this time. Grant funding of  this type will also allow programs to be cost effective for families by subsidizing the income generated  by program fees.     With funding from the City, MSC will be able to offer reduced and free camp/class/program spots and  kits to families in need of financial assistance for childcare and child enrichment opportunities. A  budget of the grant request is attached and will cover costs associated with personnel (75%) ‐ the  education team; Facility costs (10%) ‐ utilities; and supplies for programs (15%) ‐ PPE, materials for  activities, printing, etc. Due to a significant closure period during COVID‐19, and the “interactive”  nature of MSC, the organization has sustained significant financial loss in 2020. Half of MSC’s annual  operating budget is provided by admissions, membership and program revenue. Recovery of this part  of the budget is at 18% of anticipated net revenue, currently.     There will be lasting implications for MSC due to a year of lost revenue, lack of access for families to  our facility, and the inability to fully contribute to our community due to the hands‐on nature of the  mission. However, this grant funding will allow us to continue the adaptations that we have made in a  meaningful way to continue our mission with the avenues available to us. For example, as classrooms  do not have access to our in‐person field trips, virtual field trips will be developed for classrooms to  tune in to, which support teachers, students and meet science standards. By pivoting our programs  throughout our closure, MSC continued the mission for STEAM enrichment programs and STEAMkits  in order to meet families needs, financial assistance for these programs is needed to continue them. A  Page 119 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  well‐funded Science Center adds significant value to our community for local families, tourists and the  education system.     MSC’s mission to promote life‐long learning through STEAM topics lowers barriers to access to  science and technology through our programs, exhibits and at‐home activities. Students who are  given opportunities to engage in STEAM topics develop life long skills such as creativity, critical  thinking and problem solving that are critical to success as adults whether it is innovation, business  ownership, technical careers or any other career.     A community Science Center is not just a place to attract tourists and bring money to Bozeman, but it  is a gathering center for families with small children, a learning facility for families with elementary  aged children and a fun, safe haven for older children with unique interests in technology and  engineering. All of these opportunities reenforce the idea that lifelong learning and trust in science  lead to strong, vibrant communities with innovative business opportunities because of youth with  developed skills in solving real world problems through critical thinking.     This grant will allow us to continue these programs through the beginning of 2021 until we are able to  fully open our facility when the community is ready to return to our space. At that time, admissions  and memberships will begin to contribute into our operating budget. MSC is also developing a new  funding model with other small, tactile museums in our state in order to change our sustainability  model.    Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Abby Turner 4065399004 aturner@montanasciencecenter.org  Entity Address:  2744 W. Main St. none Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Bozeman Health ‐ STEAMkits ‐ November 2020  Dennis & Phyllis Washington Foundation ‐ STEAM Field Trips ‐ April 2020 Gilhousen Foundation ‐  STEAMlab ‐ July 2020   $5,000 $20,000 $10,000  Date Submitted:  12/15/2020 9:19:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 120 of 196 Project Financial Summary Date:12/15/2020 Organization Name:Children's Museum of Bozeman, Inc dba Montana Science Center Prepared By:Abby Turner, Exec. Director Project/Program Title:STEAM enrichment programs - City of Bozeman CARES Act Grant Funding Total Project/Program Budget:$20,000 Grant Amount:$20,000) Grant Period:Report Due at completion of project Project Budget Total % of Total Total Notes/Description Project Expenses: * 20 Program Salaries and Wages (12,000) 60%MSC staff Program coordinator, STEAMlab Coordinator and Graphic Design/Exhibit staff, no CEO salary included 21 Tech Salaries and Wages (3,000) 15%MSC staff Tech (STEAMlab Coordinator) will be responsible for local video production and editing 23 Administrative Salaries and Wages (-  ) 0%Not included 24 Travel (-  ) 0%No travel anticipated due to COVID-19 restrictions 25 Supplies and Materials (500) 3%General office supplies such as paper needed for running programs 26 Day Camp supplies & materials (500) 3%Supplies & materials specifically for school's out Day Camps - ChildCare 27 STEAMkit supplies & materials (1,600) 7%STEAMkits (150 total) with 50 kits each to provide low income families 28 Rent/Utilities/Insurance (2,000) 10%Electric, phone, internet costs 29 Printing (200) 1%Includes video backgrounds, flyers for schools 31 Marketing (100) 0.05%Marketing includes social media, email, free DBA eblasts, etc. 32 Fund Raising (-  ) 0%No funds will be used for fundraising 33 Capital Expenses - 0%No capital expenses will be included 34 Prof development training (100) 0.05%Child care training, First Aid renewals, etc. will be accounted for as needed 35 In-Kind (-  ) 0%Unsure, but volunteer time, added supplies and materials will be accessed depending on situation. Total Project Expenses (20,000) 100% Page 121 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Crosscut Mountain Sports Center  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 0  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  Please see funding request attached.     Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Nicki Bailey 3035266622 nicki@crosscutmt.org  Entity Address:  PO Box 6400 ‐ Bozeman MT 59771  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Stranahan Foundation Yellowstone Club  Community Foundation MT State Childcare Covid‐19 Grant   35,000 7,500 30,000  Date Submitted:  12/18/2020 2:57:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 122 of 196 Crosscut Mountain Sports Center: Paralympic Support Request We are requesting $20,000 in capital funds towards our new stadium and the purchase of the US Paralympic biathlon targets for our new biathlon range​. Crosscut Mountain Sports Center provides year-round recreation, sports training, and outdoor education opportunities for everyone through our simple yet exceptional facilities and trails. At CMSC, we are committed to providing accessible recreational opportunities and outdoor experiences that connect people to nature and improve the physical and mental health of our community members across the lifespan. Crosscut has been the home training site of the US Paralympic Nordic Team for the last three years, and we formed an official partnership last year--sharing coaches, athletes and training. Crosscut facilitates unique access and opportunity for world-class adaptive athletes pushing the boundaries of their sport, and adaptive skiers of all abilities following in their footsteps. ​Our current facility, while ADA accessible, is outdated and needs to be redesigned. While we now have a biathlon range with official, paralympic targets, we are in dire need of proper training facilities for these incredible athletes. The US Nordic Paralympic team has world renowned prestige, having won 18 medals in the last winter olympic. The program at Crosscut is still in its nascent stages, however, in the unofficial first season last year, Crosscut Elite Team members racked up a slew of accomplishments including earning spots at the Youth Olympic Games, IBU World Junior Championships, IBU Cups, IBU Open European Championships, FIS North American World Cup Sprint Tour (these spots were eventually missed due to Covid cancellations), and World Para Nordic Skiing World Cups. Simply put: the goal of the Crosscut Elite Team is supporting athletes of all abilities as they advance toward the highest levels of ski racing and biathlon, beit a Paralympic team, the US Biathlon Team, or the US Ski Team. Crosscut has enormous potential for the Bozeman community and beyond with the development of the first ever combined Paralympic and Olympic team. We are the only team in the nation that has actively pursued para athletes for our elite team. In addition to that, we are going above and beyond in the design of our new lodge with accessibility/ADA and ensuring our spaces are not just compliant, but ideal for ​all​ athletes. Perhaps most importantly for our community, we will be bidding for the Para World Cup in 2023. The Para World Cup is ​an annual Page 123 of 196 circuit of elite disabled alpine skiing competitions, regulated by the International Paralympic Committee (IPC). Hosting the Para World Cup would bring significant tourism and prestige to the Bozeman community and improve the economic vitality of the area. ​The creation of our new stadium would increase the tourism opportunities within the state and position the Bozeman community at the forefront of building equitable opportunities for sports access and inclusion in everyday life, at the elite level, and at the international competition level. Bozeman has the opportunity to be the epicenter of redefining sports excellence ​for many youth and community members who may otherwise have a homogenous view of this. We plan to revitalize tourism in the area as soon as it is safe to do so, and aim to host an international level event as soon as next winter. In addition to increasing tourism to the area, the creation of our new lodge and stadium allows us to invest money back into the local economy and small businesses. For the construction of our lodge and stadium we will be using local engineers, architects and construction firms, to reinvest money locally. However, we need the financial resources to make this opportunity happen. Covid-19 has had a major impact on Crosscut, and the individual donations funding our stadium project have come to a screeching halt. We estimate that we have lost $2.1 million in individual donations this year due to the onset of the pandemic. With support from the city, we would be very close to reaching our goal. The ​12 points electronic air rifle targets with T3 Trainer wireless controls (manufactured by Kurvinen) are $42,833.00. The US Paralympic Committee is contributing $16,000 to this project. While we are hopeful that we will still see community support for this project, we have to expand our funding opportunities to see this project become a reality. A $20,000 grant from the city would help us in our pursuit of building a state-of-the art training stadium and purchase of biathlon targets. An investment from the city will allow us to complete the biathlon range section of this project and further emphasize that not only Crosscut, but Bozeman, are nationwide leaders in sport inclusion. Page 124 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Crosscut Mountain Sports Center  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 20,000  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  Funding request attached.   Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Nicki Bailey 3035266622 nicki@crosscutmt.org  Entity Address:  PO Box 6400 ‐ Bozeman MT 59771  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Treacy Foundation Yellowstone Club Community  Foundation MT State Childcare Covid‐19 Grant   50,000 7,500 30,000  Date Submitted:  12/18/2020 3:31:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 125 of 196 Crosscut Mountain Sports Center: Program Support Request We are requesting $20,000 in operating funds to support the costs of delivering new and additional biathlon programming. Crosscut Mountain Sports Center (CMSC) provides year-round recreation, sports training, and outdoor education opportunities for everyone through our simple yet exceptional facilities and trails. At CMSC, we are committed to providing accessible recreational opportunities and outdoor experiences that connect people to nature and improve the physical and mental health of our community members across the lifespan. Covid-19 has had a big impact on Crosscut’s day-to-day operations, programs, and funding, but has also been a way for us to engage further with the community. We hosted NCAA Championships in March, ​and lost over $40,000 from ​the​ ​second day of races being cancelled due to Covid. However, following our shutdown in mid-March, we were able to keep our trails groomed and free to the public to use for 33 days, which allowed our community members to get out of their houses, move their bodies, and connect with nature. Aside from losing revenue, our programming was the most affected by Covid-19. We had to quickly pivot our ski education programs and our biathlon teams had to limit practice due to social distance guidelines. In addition to the pandemic, the devastating fire in the Bridger Mountains also significantly impacted our ability to host programming. Despite these obstacles, the community is clearly excited about biathlon and skiing opportunities​. We have seen a massive increase of 200% in both season passes and biathlon participants. This increased demand is exciting, but has also resulted in increased costs. Our programs and fees only cover a third of the program costs, so the more participants there are, the more costs that rest on Crosscut’s shoulders. Normally, we rely on donations, but have seen a loss of $50,000 in fundraising event revenue, and a $2.1 million loss of individual donation revenue. Expanding our recreation and program opportunities will enhance the health and wellness of our community and provide opportunities to get outdoors while maintaining social distancing protocols. Research studies have shown that outdoor recreation has an effect on improving health and well-being, enhancing social connections, connecting people with their natural and cultural heritage, generating conservation revenue, contributing to local economies, fostering local or indigenous identity, and developing positive attitudes and behaviors in conservation. Literature on the subject also suggests that nature experiences and physical activity outdoors have been associated with significant stress reduction, social and mental well-being, reduced rates of obesity, low blood pressure, decreased cholesterol levels, and other health benefits. Expanding our biathlon programming will allow us to meet the physical and mental health Page 126 of 196 needs of our community by providing low-cost, accessible recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities. In addition to the mental and physical health benefits of outdoor recreation, there are also significant economic benefits as well. According to the 2019 report from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, Outdoor recreation generates $788 billion in consumer spending and 5.2 million jobs annually. According to Montana’s Office of Outdoor Recreation, the outdoor recreation industry is the second largest sector of the state’s economy. Outdoor recreation accounts for $7.1 billion in consumer spending and more than 71,000 jobs. Expanding our biathlon program and creating new opportunities for outdoor recreation in the area will have an immediate impact on the health and wellness of the community, as well as the potential for significant economic impact. We want to remain a community resource​ and are scheduling programming in such a way that we don’t have to change our program delivery methods every time the government allows for more (or less) in-person contact due to the pandemic. This means we are taking more conservative approaches to our programming, but with the hope that we can continue to remain a community resource for people to stay active and get outside throughout the winter. We estimate we need $20,000​ to completely rebuild our Biathlon programs in a covid-safe manner and to accommodate the additional demand we have seen from the community. $10,000 of these costs will go towards hiring a new youth and adult coach that can help us maintain our multiple, smaller team pods. The other $10,000 will be spent on operations, supplies and scholarships. We have added financial scholarship opportunities to all of these programs, knowing that many families in the valley are facing financial hardship right now. With an additional $20,000 to help cover program costs we can continue to offer our program at a price point that is accessible for all community members. If awarded this Covid relief grant, the Crosscut can rebuild our capacity to provide exceptional programming to the communities we serve and help maintain the health and well-being of our residents. Page 127 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Eagle Mount Bozeman  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 20,000  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  Request and Impact Area:  Eagle Mount is requesting $20,000 in  operating support in the physical health area of impact.  This funding will support Eagle Mount’s  general operations, helping make each of our programs and activities possible as 2021 unfolds.      Eagle Mount’s services have a direct and lasting impact on the physical health and wellbeing of our  participants. Research continues to show that people with disabilities who engage in regular physical  activity enjoy improved physical and mental health, increased social activity, overall quality of life and  satisfaction. Adults with disabilities who are physically active are more likely to be employed, to  advance in the workplace, and to have a strong social network. Parents and teachers tell us that Eagle  Mount programs help to make young people more confident, more focused and ready to learn. Those  attributes carry over at home, and in the classroom.      Operational and Funding Difficulties brought on by the pandemic:Brought on by the pandemic, Eagle  Mount has encountered significant activity and event cancellations, changes in work‐flow, and  modifications to program structure.  Eagle Mount acted quickly in response to the early stay‐at‐home  orders, adapting our staffing model to absorb the financial uncertainty of the spring and summer,  while looking ahead with dedication to our future.  Eagle Mount paused programming between  March 16 and June 15 with the health and safety of our participants and community in mind. During  this pause, the Family Support Program remained operational, coordinating outreach and planning for  the summer.  As the first weeks of our closure unfolded our Family Support Program Director  facilitated calls to each Eagle Mount participant and family.  These calls were intended as check‐ins to  clarify our choice to close our campus and pause programming, but true to form for Eagle Mount,  they became real connections and unique opportunities to better understand our families and their  needs during quarantine.  In subsequent weeks, we hosted regular online meetings of a group of our  longtime adult participants to ensure their continued connections and social contact.  These were  effective and fun, welcoming sometimes more than a dozen participants.      As the spring and summer unfolded, Eagle Mount cancelled Big Sky Kids camps, our series of summer  oncology camps that have brought children and families to adventure in southwestern Montana for  more than 25 years, and cancelled the regular series of summer activities known as Adventure Days.   Moving into a phased reopening of programming in June, Eagle Mount began offering small‐group,  outdoor events including family bonfire nights on campus, guided hikes and bike rides on local trails,  adventure education opportunities, horticulture activities, and other unique outdoor opportunities.   We welcomed family units, households, and small groups to connect with our recreational resources,  expertise and volunteers, while maintaining social distancing and other precautions to prevent the  spread of COVID‐19. Horticulture and family programming took place on our patio and in the program  garden for the summer months, and Eagle Mount utilized numerous local hiking trails for  programming while indoor activities were not safely possible. In July, adaptive horsemanship lessons  resumed, welcoming nearly 65 participants during three sessions of individual lessons between July  and November.      Page 128 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  In August, Eagle Mount hosted a virtual tree planting honoring the long‐cherished tradition of  planting a tree on campus marking the Big Sky Kids camp season.  Online, across the country, Big Sky  Kids participants, families, volunteers and former staff joined in to look back at more than 25 years of  Big Sky Kids Camps, sharing tears and laughter along the way.  In September, the Tim and Mary  Barnard Aquatics Center reopened for a full schedule at Labor Day.  Atop the pandemic’s ongoing  challenges, Eagle Mount encountered a number of unforeseen campus repairs during 2020. In late  March, nearly $50,000 in repairs to the boiler, pump, structure, and lights in the pool became urgent  due to the natural age of the system and its components.  In Early April, Eagle Mount experienced a  fire and flood on campus that resulted in extensive damage and necessary repairs to the  administrative building, as well as cleaning of the entire ventilation system.  While unfortunate and  expensive, these repairs came at an oddly fortuitous time, meaning that our campus’ indoors were  closed during the peak weeks of stay‐at‐home recommendations and are nearly complete as we near  the close of 2020.    While Eagle Mount’s community of supporters is longstanding in Bozeman and beyond, yet distinct  hurdles have dampened our fundraising efforts this year specific to the pandemic and it’s impact.   When the ski resorts and schools closed, our programming halted, resulting in the loss of more than  $30,000 in ski lesson revenue from the Big Sky Ski program alone.      The most notable fundraising hurdle encountered because of the pandemic has been the decrease in  our annual fundraising through events.  Eagle Mount hosts three premier fundraisers in the  community each year that raise on average 30% of our operating funds, during 2020, all three looked  very different and did not generate their typical revenue. Western Rendezvous, usually held in early  June, is a traditional barn dance hosted in our equine facility.  Western Rendezvous was rescheduled  to September this year, and ultimately cancelled due to group size restrictions.  Digger Days typically  provides more than $125,000 in revenue, and welcomes roughly 5000 people each August to enjoy  operating real construction equipment with the help of hundreds of volunteers, it is a significant  fundraiser but has other community engagement benefits related to the size, scale and high quality of  the event.  Digger Days was cancelled this year due to the obvious risks of the high‐touch event with  large crowds.  With the help and support of the dedicated team of core partners, we were still able to  secure nearly half the regular sponsors for Digger Days and execute a small, participant‐only event,  but the other benefits of the event were not realized and fundraising was significantly impacted by  cancellation.  Crystal Ball, Eagle Mount’s annual fall gala, was the most significant change in this year’s  fundraising.  Typically, the event’s net revenue provides for 13% of Eagle Mount’s annual budget, this  was true in 2019.  During 2020, Crystal Ball was cancelled in November, replaced by the Fall Virtual  Auction, that raised nearly $100,000 less than in years past, providing for only 6% of the budget  necessary.  With continued restrictions, the impact of this lost revenue may be a lasting problem into  a second season of events.      The funding in this application would be particularly important in addressing the event losses we  incurred this year.Meeting Needs and Making Lasting Impact:Looking forward, Eagle Mount will  continue to be a staple in the Bozeman nonprofit sector.  With nearly 40 years of service to those  with disabilities and cancer in our community, we are honored to be moving into another year of  empowering our participants and enriching their lives through recreation, and engaging our  community in meaningful volunteerism.  Eagle Mount’s full slate of socially distanced classes and  lessons in the pool are operating now and foreseeably, we will welcome another session of adaptive  Page 129 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  horsemanship lessons beginning in January 2021, and plans are underway for a busy ski season in Big  Sky, at Bridger Bowl, and cross‐country skiing at Crosscut and on the Eagle Mount campus.  Eagle  Mount continues to provide adaptive recreation while adapting to the evolving situation and keeping  our participants, volunteers and staff as safe as possible. As 2021 unfolds, we look forward to leaning  on our decades of experience and the needs of our participants as we plan and deliver each activity  and program.      As stated above, research continues to show that people with disabilities who engage in regular  physical activity enjoy improved physical and mental health, increased social activity, overall quality  of life and satisfaction.  Eagle Mount is an important outlet and resource for many in our  community.Eagle Mount offers roughly 2000 opportunities for activity each year, welcoming  hundreds of discrete individual participants, supported roughly 1:1 by skilled, dedicated volunteers.   About 65% of our participants are from Bozeman and the immediate surrounding area, another 15%  from elsewhere in Montana.    Since 1982, Eagle Mount has always approached each activity with three goals in mind: safety, fun  and learning – in that order.  We’ve never felt more committed to these goals as we navigate what’s  ahead.  While safety precautions continue to be top priority, Eagle Mount stands ready to adapt as  needed to the changing situation of COVID‐19, as well as the anticipated reopening of more and more  opportunities as 2021 unfolds.  With the limitations on safe programming during 2020, many  participants and families have been unable to participate.  The singular goal of 2021 remains to stay  true to Eagle Mount’s mission, welcoming as many participants as safely possible to adventure with  us.  Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Anna Smoot 4065861781ext.101 asmoot@eaglemount.org  Entity Address:  6901 Goldenstein Lane N/A Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Gilhousen Family Foundation ‐ general operating  support Spanish Peaks Community Foundation ‐ Big Sky Ski program support Cross Charitable  Foundation ‐ general operating support   35000 5000 10000  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 10:45:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 130 of 196 EagleMount.org Eagle Mount October ‘20-April ‘21 Program Guide p.1 PROGRAM GUIDE October 2020-April 2021 Page 131 of 196 EagleMount.org Eagle Mount October ‘20-April ‘21 Program Guide p.2 EagleMount.org Eagle Mount October ‘20-April ‘21 Program Guide p.3 APPLICATION AND REGISTRATION POLICIES ALL FORMS ARE AVAILABLE ONLINE: EagleMount.org or by request from the office (406) 586-1781 including Participant Application, Physician Approval Form, Scholarship Application, and Volunteer Application. Participant Attendance Policy At least 24 hour notice is requested when a participant is unable to make a class. This allows us time to contact the volunteers who are scheduled. Two unexcused absences in the program may result in forfeiture of your place in a class and/or loss of scholarship assistance. Fees will not be waived or refunded for unexcused absences. Call in absences at (406) 586-1781. If a participant is more than 15 minutes late for a class, volunteers may be sent home. If you know you will be late, please call ahead or we may not be able to accommodate you. For Bridger Bowl Ski Program absences, call (406) 587-8221. Refund Policy Similar to tuition for school classes, refunds are not available when participants miss a single class. However, if it is necessary for a participant to drop out of a program prior to the half-way class, a partial refund may be available. Scholarships It is Eagle Mount’s policy never to turn anyone away who cannot pay for our services. Our fees are kept low because of the generosity of volunteers, partner organizations, and donors. A scholarship application must be turned in annually and requests are reviewed on an individual basis and kept confidential. If your financial situation improves, please notify Eagle Mount that you no longer require scholarship assistance. COVID PHASE 2 GUIDELINES APPLICATION PACKET Welcome to Eagle Mount. What a year it has been...but through it all, we have not stopped offering the services and activities our participants need! The following bulletin includes descriptions of programs and activities we intend to offer over the next 6 months. Please be sure to visit our website at eaglemount.org for up-to-date program information, program dates, and changing Covid-19 guidelines. Our focus remains to offer as much as we can, when we can. We look forward to seeing you on the trails as the fall and winter unfolds. We’ll be sending out another 6 month program guide in late winter which will cover Eagle Mount’s spring and summer. Please don’t hesitate to reach out with any questions at 406-586-1781 or eaglemount@eaglemount.org. Participants 1. Application: Visit eaglemount.org. Please indicate all of the programs you are interested in, but remember you aren’t registered until program staff confirms your registration. 2. Physician Approval Forms must be completed and submitted every year. Volunteers 1. Application: Visit eaglemount.org. Please read carefully and be sure the form is complete. 2. Background check: All volunteers need to complete a background check every three years; please find the link on our website. If you are unsure when you last completed a background check, please call the office and we will check for you. If you don’t have internet access, we can help you complete the background check in person in the Eagle Mount office. Thank you volunteers for sharing your time and talents with our participants! Annual Participant Application Deadline: DECEMBER 11TH This deadline applies to all Eagle Mount programs. Only one Application is required for the year. We accept applications all year, but may not be able to enroll participants in the program after the deadline due to capacity. Policies, Fees & Covid Guidelines ............................. p. 2 - 3 Adaptive Horsemanship & Aquatics .......................... p. 4 Aquatics ............................................................................. p. 4 - 5 Adaptive Skiing, CC Skiing & Snowshoeing ............ p. 6 Ice Skating & Family Support Programs ................. p. 7 Horticulture ............................................................................ p. 8 Please Remember What’s Inside! CAMPSPROGRAMS EVENTS 2021 It is our number one goal to keep our community of participants, volunteers, and staff safe. During Phase 2, the following policies and procedures will be in effect as of June 1, 2020. These procedures are based on best practices utilized to control the spread of Covid-19 and its danger to human beings in accordance with the Gallatin County Health Department and CDC. 1. Participants, volunteers, and staff are to maintain 6-feet of social distancing from each other at all times. In circumstances where a 6-foot distance is impractical, participants, volunteers, and staff are required to wear a non-medical face mask or face covering. 2. Face masks or face coverings are strongly encouraged at all times during Eagle Mount activities. Per the Governor’s directive issued on July 15, 2020, face masks are required at all times when indoors. 3. If a participant, volunteer, staff member, vendor, or contractor is, or is in regular contact with someone who is at an increased risk of COVID-19, that individual may ask those in their immediate vicinity to wear a mask. It is the expectation that all those involved will be respectful of each other. 4. If you are ill, someone in your home is ill, or if you are known to be around someone who is ill, you are not allowed on campus or are not allowed to participate in Eagle Mount activities for at least 14 days. All are required to self-monitor for any of the updated list of COVID-19 symptoms before engaging with Eagle Mount. 5. Please make sure to sneeze and/or cough into a tissue or your elbow. 6. Wash hands frequently, use hand sanitizer frequently. 7. All equipment must be sanitized between users. Note: This is a fluid situation. Local health officials may implement additional public health guidance devised to control the spread of this disease. All who engage with Eagle Mount are required to monitor their own health and if there is any concern that you may be sick, someone in your home is sick, or if you have been in close contact with someone who is sick, please stay home and do not come to campus. Page 132 of 196 EagleMount.org Eagle Mount October ‘20-April ‘21 Program Guide p.4 EagleMount.org Eagle Mount October ‘20-April ‘21 Program Guide p.5 AQUATICS Individual Therapy Water Exercise For individuals who want to work at their own pace independently. Some people choose to swim laps and others come with a specific workout in mind. Water walking is also a popular activity during this time. Any activity done in the warm salt water is beneficial. The pool will be limited to 8 participants at a time. Young Adult Water Exercise Classes For participants aged 18-30 who are looking for the opportunity to either swim laps together, or do water exercise once a week. In these classes we not only work on physical exercise, but also social communication. These classes are led by an instructor and are limited to 6-8 participants. Family Swim We’re not offering Kid Swim classes at this time. Family Swim is designed with our Kid Swim families in mind. Families can enjoy the use of the entire pool for a 45 minute block of time. Call the Aquatics Office to schedule a time Monday through Thursday at 4 or 5PM. There will be no instructor, but a lifeguard will be on duty. PROGRAM Participant Information Space is limited and sessions will be filled on a rotating basis to ensure that as many riders can join us as possible. Participant assessments will be used to determine what type of lesson would be most beneficial and appropriate for each participant. For more information on participating in our adaptive horsemanship program, please email Maggee Harrison at mharrison@eaglemount.org Volunteer Information Most volunteers serve as sidewalkers or horse leaders. No previous experience is needed. Volunteers are also needed for non-class activities such as tack cleaning, barn help, and special events. For more information on volunteering, please email Claire Brunner at cbrunner@eaglemount.org. Volunteer applications and background check information can be found on our website at eaglemount.org. Learning how to handle and care for a horse promotes confidence, patience, self- esteem, and improves social skills. Horseback riding (mounted lessons) help improve flexibility, balance, and muscle tone. Unmounted lessons focus on establishing a working relationship with their therapy horse and to learn life skills that often result in employment opportunities in veterinary clinics and stables. Eagle Mount Adaptive Riding Center is a Premier Accredited Center and our instructors are registered and certified through the Professional Association of Therapeutic Horsemanship International (PATH). Program Information Through the remainder of 2020 and the winter of 2021 the Adaptive Horsemanship Program is conducting 4 week rolling sessions. Each session will have 24 participants enrolled in mounted and unmounted lessons. Classes will be offered on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays. ADAPTIVE HORSEMANSHIP PROGRAM The dates of the sessions are as follows: DATES October 5 to October 30, 2020 November 9 to December 11 (No classes the week of Thanksgiving) January 4 to January 29, 2021 February 1 to February 26 March 8 to April 9 April 12 to May 7 Eagle Mount’s Aquatics Program offers year round adaptive swim and exercise opportunities to individuals with a wide range of abilities. With the support of trained and dedicated staff and caring volunteers, people with disabilities enjoy the therapeutic benefits unique to our warm saltwater pool. From learning to swim to regaining strength and balance, our aquatic programs offer all participants the opportunity to engage with other participants, stay active and reach personal fitness goals. Program Information: Adult and Young At Heart (YAH) Swim is for individuals over 50 years of age and any adult who meets the Eagle Mount Eligibility Guidelines. Our adult and Young at Heart classes offer water experiences designed to improve strength, balance, endurance, and overall health improvement. You can choose water aerobics or a slower version of water exercise to get your body in shape while having fun and making new friends. People with all levels of fitness are welcome. Classes will be limited to 8 participants. TIME MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 8:00 - 8:45 YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics 9:00 - 9:45 YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics YAH Rise & Shine Water Aerobics 10:00 - 10:45 Water Aerobics Independent Exercise Water Aerobics Independent Exercise Water Aerobics 10:00 - 11:45 Water Aerobics Independent Exercise Water Aerobics Independent Exercise Water Aerobics 12:00 - 12:45 Independent Exercise Water Aerobics Independent Exercise Water Aerobics Independent Exercise 1:00 - 1:45 Independent Exercise Water Aerobics Independent Exercise Water Aerobics Independent Exercise 2:00 - 2:45 CSC Young Adult Water Aerobics Staff Meeting Young Adult Lap Swim CSC 3:00 - 3:45 Cleaning Young Adult Lap Swim Cleaning Young Adult Water Aerobics Closed for Cleaning 4:00 - 4:45 Family Swim Family Swim Family Swim Family Swim Closed for Cleaning 5:00 - 5:45 Family Swim Family Swim Family Swim Family Swim AQUATICS SCHEDULE Aquatic schedule may be subject to change. Program Calendar Our first priority is providing a therapeutic environment to our Eagle Mount participants. Schedule is subject to change and may, in the future, include opportunities for swim lessons and public swims. Participant Information For more information or to register for any of the above programs, please contact the Eagle Mount Aquatic Center at (406) 586-1781 or email Jen Wendel at jwendel@ eaglemount.org. Volunteer Information Building relationships with children and adults in the Eagle Mount pool is a satisfying way to give back and help others achieve their goals. Volunteers are also needed for cleaning, administrative support, and special initiatives. Space is limited. For more information on volunteering in the Aquatics Center, please email Jen Wendel at jwendel@eaglemount.org. Volunteer applications and background check information can be found on our website at eaglemount.org. Page 133 of 196 EagleMount.org Eagle Mount October ‘20-April ‘21 Program Guide p.6 EagleMount.org Eagle Mount October ‘20-April ‘21 Program Guide p.7 Enjoy the freedom and sheer delight of gliding across the ice. Through the use of specialized equipment, participants with reduced mobility or balance inconsistencies will be transformed into ice skaters! Program Information This year, we will be switching rinks and meeting at the Ressler Rink. Group sizes will be limited to 30 people. Participants and volunteers are only allowed in 15 minutes prior and must be out 15 minutes after the session. Volunteer Information If you love to skate and you’d like to help others enjoy the ice, please join us. For more information on volunteering with ice skating, please email Patrick Quinn at pquinn@eaglemount.org. Volunteer applications and background check information can be found on our website at eaglemount.org. ICE SKATING Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM September 29th-November 5th PROGRAM XC SKIING & SNOWSHOEING PROGRAM Cross Country Ski and snowshoeing gives participants the opportunity to connect with the natural world in a way that only cross country skiing and snowshoeing allows. Participant Information This program will again meet at Crosscut Mountain Sports Center. Sessions dates are still being determined. Information will be updated on our website and social media channels. Volunteer Information Each winter season, over 500 volunteers are needed to support our winter programming at Eagle Mount. If you are an avid cross country skier or snowshoe enthusiast and would like to help others experience these amazing sports, then we would love for you to volunteer with Eagle Mount. Volunteer applications and background check information can be found on our website eaglemout.org. Dryland trainings and on snow trainings are still being planned to accommodate smaller group sizes. After filling out a volunteer application, our ski staff will be in touch with you regarding training dates. We will also post information at eaglemount.org and on our social media channels. FAMILY SUPPORT Eagle Mount understands the unique delights and challenges many families face when a family member has special needs. The Family Support program’s mission is to improve the lives of caregivers, parents and siblings by providing respite, support, and family-centered recreational opportunities. This goes right to the heart of Eagle Mount’s mission: using recreation as a means to improve and transform lives. Saturday Night Out/Sibling Night Out/ Adult Night Out Starting in November, this monthly programming provides activities for participants to enjoy time with their peers doing arts and crafts, activities, and dinner. This also provides time for parents to have a night out. Fall Funtivities From September 14th through October 15th, join us on campus for 2 hour sessions of fun filled activities, including: games, recreation, arts and crafts, and more! Each day will have tailored activities for different age groups. Wednesday Campfires Join us at Eagle Mount for a relaxing evening of s’mores and good company around a warm fire. Every Wednesday evening from 6 to 7:30 pm until October 21st. Dinner provided. Volunteer Information Come spend time at Eagle Mount! For more information on volunteering with family support activities, please email Maggie Lowry at mlowry@eaglemount.org. Volunteer applications and background check information can be found on our website at eaglemount.org. We’ll be adding additional family activities throughout the fall and winter. Also, be on the lookout for additional programming specific to parents and caregivers! Participant Information Horticulture activities will continue throughout the fall and winter (planting bulbs, flower arranging, garden clean-up, etc). Seasonal garden and plant activities will also be incorporated with Eagle Mount’s Family Support initiatives, including Saturday Night Out, Siblings Night Out, Parents Groups and more. Spring horticulture will begin early April 2021. For more information on participating in o ur horticulture program, please email Lisa Hughes at lhughes@eaglemount.org. Volunteer Information Volunteers are needed throughout the year prepping garden beds, watering, winterizing, and leading activities with participants. For more information on volunteering with the Horticulture Program, please email Lisa Hughes at lhughes@eaglemount.org. Volunteer applications and background check information can be found on our website at eaglemount.org. HORTICULTURE PROGRAM Do you love watching a garden come alive? How about understanding the benefits of growing your own food? In addition to having fun, experiences in Eagle Mount’s garden and greenhouse helps improve memory, cognitive abilities, task initiation, language skills, and socialization. Horticulture can also help strengthen muscles and improve coordination, balance, and endurance. PROGRAM Page 134 of 196 EagleMount.org Eagle Mount October ‘20-April ‘21 Program Guide p.8 6901 GOLDENSTEIN LANE BOZEMAN, MT 59715 NONPROFIT ORG. U.S. POSTAGE PAID BOZEMAN, MT PERMIT #404 ADAPTIVE SKIING Eagle Mount’s ski and snowboard program gives participants the opportunity to experience the unbelievable feeling of gliding down the mountain and giving them that sense of freedom of mobility. Adaptive skiing also works on skills such as strength, balance and coordination, through developing and accomplishing different skill sets. These cerebral and physical experiences undoubtedly build confidence and enhance self-empowerment. Program Information: Bridger Bowl The Eagle Mount ski program at Bridger Bowl will start in January 2021. Information will be updated on our website and social media channels as the fall unfolds. For more information on participating or volunteering in the Bridger Ski Program, email Patrick Quinn and Trevor Olson at skistaff@eaglemount.org. Big Sky The Eagle Mount ski program at Big Sky will operate from Thanksgiving until the end of April. Contact Sarah Wolf, the Big Sky Ski Director, to schedule a lesson at (406) 539-5520 or email swolf@eaglemount.org. Participants who are coming from out of town are asked to provide their application and physician’s approval form directly to her preferably a week prior to their scheduled lessons. Volunteer Information Each winter season, over 500 volunteers are needed to support our winter programming at Eagle Mount. If you are an avid skier or snowboarder and would like to help others experience these amazing sports, then we would love for you to volunteer with Eagle Mount. Volunteer applications and background check information can be found at eaglemount.org. Dryland trainings and on snow trainings are still being planned to accommodate smaller group sizes. Some of these trainings will be offered on-line, at the Eagle Mount campus, and at Bridger Bowl and Big Sky for both new and returning volunteers. Training dates and other information will be updated on our website eaglemount.org and on our social media channels. After filing out a volunteer application, our ski staff will be in-touch with you regarding training dates as they are established and start to get you registered. PROGRAM Page 135 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Gallatin Ice Foundation  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 20,000  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  This Funding Request comes from the public ice facility at the  Gallatin County Fairgrounds. We are on county property but provide almost $2Million annually in  recreation for Bozeman residents.     We have taken on almost $50,000 in additional expenses to stay open and we are expecting a 30%  decline in revenues because we are limiting hours and occupancy at the rink so that we can operate  safely for Bozeman residents.With COVID we have hired 2 more full time cleaning and "mask police"  staff so that we can keep the facility open.     Largely, we have been successful and have developed a strong relationship with the health  department to ensure we are operating safely for our membership and for the Bozeman Public.We  have purchased new, ionizing cannons for cleaning large spaces and we have also limited our  occupancy.  Needless to say, just being "COVID READY" has cost us precious revenue.For all of our  programs, we cannot just skip a year. It will be very challenging for the continuity and growth of our  programs. Instead, we are being conservative and diligent and with COVID that means cleaning more  and allowing less people.  Anything you can offer will help us offset the costs of providing such a great  service to the residents of Bozeman.    Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Jeffrey  Moore 4062235885 jmoore@gallatinice.org  Entity Address:  901 North Black Avenue 10 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: State Tourism State Covid NON‐PROFIT State Covid  Adaptability   120,000 123,000 10,000  Date Submitted:  12/18/2020 10:20:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 136 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Montana Mindfulness Project  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 0  General Category:  Non‐Profit Operations Support  Detailed Description Submitted:  A detailed description of the Funding Request including the  responses to this question have been attached. The Montana Mindfulness Project has submitted two  separate proposals, one for general operating support and the other for our Mindfulness in Schools  program. We have the highest hopes that both will be funded but we wanted to separate them out in  the event that you only were able to choose one of them. Thank you for your consideration and for  your assistance of nonprofits during this very difficult time.      Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Margaret Kachadurian 6307808940 mkach111@gmail.com  Entity Address:  PO Box 5106 n/a Bozeman MT 59717  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Individual Donations State Covid Relief Funds First  Security Bank   10,750 10,000 1,500  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 12:23:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 137 of 196   Funding request:​ ​Established in 2019, Montana Mindfulness Project is a professional nonprofit  organization located in Bozeman, MT committed to providing the best quality mindfulness  teaching that replicates research-proven interventions to assure best outcomes for  participants. Mindfulness skills, like paying attention to breathing or noticing what’s going on  around us (sounds, sensations, feelings) are proven to reduce anxiety and depression, and  increase happiness and empathy for others.     Born out of deep caring for the adults, teens, and kids who call Montana home, our founders  created this organization to bring comfort through secular mindfulness training. Our efforts  recognize the universal need for people, young and old, to be able to build capacity for calm  reflection by accessing emotional intelligence and responding with integrity.     Our overarching goal is for the Montana Mindfulness Project to serve as a resource to all MT  residents seeking education and training about mindfulness, as well as a resource for those  who seek training to teach mindfulness, or those who are already trained to teach.    Bozeman, Montana is a truly incredible place, but the people who live here are not immune to  deep suffering. A high percentage of Montana residents report experiencing increased rates of  anxiety and depression, and they often have limited access to social supports and mental  health services because of distance, poverty and social stigma. Montanans also have a high  rate of drug and alcohol dependence, as well as access to firearms in most households. The  unfortunate combination of these factors shed some light on why we have the highest suicide  rate of any state in the country.    Our work is fueled by a growing demand from our schools, our community, our first  responders, and the business world to learn and engage in mindfulness practices that are  known to improve physical and emotional well-being.​ ​The time is ripe for the Montana  Mindfulness Project to serve as a statewide resource to promote secular mindfulness  teachings to individuals, corporations, schools, and universities.     Montana Mindfulness Project provides mindfulness teachings through classes, workshops,  and programs designed for schools and broader community engagement. Serving all ages  and backgrounds, our programs include:   Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction (MBSR)  Developed in 1979, by Dr. Jon Kabat-Zinn at the University of Massachusetts Medical Center,  1 Page 138 of 196 this program teaches individuals to use their innate resources and abilities to respond more  effectively to stress, pain and illness. The eight-week course is scientifically designed to teach  participants how to integrate and apply mindfulness both in their everyday lives and to a  range of life challenges including medical and psychological conditions and life stresses.   Participants learn meditation practice, mindful yoga and daily mindful awareness practices.  Abundant research conducted over the last 35 years has shown consistent, reliable,  reproducible and lasting improvements in medical and psychological symptoms across a wide  range of diagnoses such as anxiety, depression, sleep problems, headaches, and chronic pain.  These tools have also been shown to improve one’s general sense of well-being, increased self  acceptance and better emotional regulation.  MBSR and its benefits are so well established that it has helped increase acceptance of  mindfulness by mainstream secular audiences. Payment for the course is even covered by  many health insurance plans. Several trained MBSR teachers reside in Bozeman and will  participate in teaching this course on behalf of our organization.     Mindful Self-Compassion™ (MSC)   This empirically supported program is designed to cultivate the skill of self-compassion. It  combines both mindfulness and self-compassion to enhance our capacity for emotional  wellbeing. This technique explores how we typically respond when difficulties arise in our lives  and provides tools for becoming a warm, supportive companion to ourselves and others.  MSC is not considered psychotherapy as the primary emphasis is on building emotional  resources rather than addressing old wounds. Positive change occurs naturally as we develop  the capacity to be with ourselves in a kinder, more compassionate way. Research shows  increased self-compassion is associated with increased happiness, optimism, and well-being,  as well as a decrease in feelings of sadness, anxiety and stress. Several trained MSC teachers  reside in Bozeman and will participate in teaching courses on behalf of our organization.     Delivery Plan:​ Both the MBSR and MSC programs will be offered to individuals as 8-week  courses, and may be offered in 3 or 4 week formats as well. Initial offerings will be in Bozeman,  with plans to provide rural outreach as we develop additional trained teachers. ​These courses  are designed for individuals ranging from teens to adults and our target audience includes  medical professionals, veterans, aging populations, prison populations, indigenous people, and  first responders. ​The organization will provide teaching to participants of all income levels, with  a robust scholarship system.    Mindfulness in Schools (MIS)   Mindfulness in Schools is an evidenced-based curriculum developed in Oakland, CA, to  integrate mindfulness into the everyday learning environment of K-12 classrooms. There are  2  Page 139 of 196 over 25,000 trained educators, parents and mental health professionals who carry out this  work with kids. The graduates of the training program hail from all over the United States, with  several residing in Bozeman. The Montana Mindfulness Project will utilize the trained teachers,  promote the training of future teachers and deliver this program on behalf of our organization.   This program allows​ ​instructors to teach students, teachers and school staff simple tools of  focus and self-awareness that support greater comfort, emotional regulation and resilience  within educational environments. During MIS​ ​classes, students practice quiet, patience,  stillness, and curiosity building techniques that cultivate the 5 cornerstones of intentional  awareness: Presence | Attention | Focus | Empathy | Reflection  Experiential classroom exercises involving breathing, listening, sensing, relaxing and paying  attention give students the opportunity to begin to understand how their thoughts, emotions  and behaviors influence their experience and success at school, home and in their community.  These skills of self-understanding and self-comforting help students build greater mental,  physical, social, emotional and behavioral intelligence which can improve participation,  performance and everyday enjoyment.  Delivery Plan: ​Montana Mindfulness Project is ​currently​ delivering this program in (4) first  grade classrooms and (4) second grade classrooms at Morning Star Elementary School in  Bozeman, MT. We began offering a six-week online Mindfulness Instruction course to students  in grades 3-5 and 9-12 in October of 2020 that was very successful. We will be increasing the  number of our online course offerings in 2021 to include more students and various age  groups in Gallatin County. We have 6 week courses already filled for students that will begin  online in January for free for the following age groups: Grades 3-5; 1:00pm or 4:30pm | Grades  6-8; 11:00am | Grades 9-12 2:00pm. Our intention is to expand Mindfulness in Schools to  additional schools in Bozeman, Belgrade, Big Sky and Manhattan in 2021/2022.     Our funding request is for $20,000 in operational support towards staff salaries and  fundraising consultants. Assistance with these expenses will allow us to continue offering our  programming to Bozeman based businesses, citizens, first responders, teachers, youth, elderly,  the cancer community, and more. Funding would provide for us to further build relationships  and connections with those that we can serve in Bozeman and the surrounding areas.     Creating awareness about our services and being invited to teach our programming in schools  takes time and organizational skills. Assistance with our Executive Director’s salary would  provide more time working on developing our programs and services, creating relationships,  and oversight of our programs and less time working to find funding to cover her position  expenses. Additional funding for a contracted grant writer would help us in securing funding  for future sustainability.     3  Page 140 of 196 Operational and Financial impacts of COVID-19 pandemic: ​As with most nonprofits we are  facing the difficult task of raising general operating funding during a pandemic. The lack of  ability to host in-person events, fundraisers, galas, etc. has limited our ways to raise funds.  Furthermore, the inability to offer our classes in-person throughout the community in 2020  has significantly decreased our revenue from the paid courses we offer. We are relying heavily  on individual donations through email campaigns, giving days such as Give Big Gallatin Valley  and our social media. We are also working with contracted fundraisers and development  directors to increase our grant funding and paid partnerships.     Description of benefit of the grant to the citizens of Bozeman in meeting immediate  needs: ​Citizens of Bozeman will greatly benefit from adding mindfulness to their daily lives.  Mindfulness skills, like paying attention to breathing or noticing what’s going on around us  (sounds, sensations, feelings) are proven to reduce anxiety and depression, and increase  happiness and empathy for others.     Our programming is the medicine the world needs right now. Even with the changes  COVID-19 has brought, we’re more committed than ever to continue teaching in our  community, and to ultimately expand to areas across the state of Montana. The silver lining of  this devastating pandemic is that more people are aware of the need for calming strategies for  themselves and those around them. The Montana Mindfulness Project will be an important  part of meeting that need for Bozeman citizens through our various programs targeted at  specific age groups throughout the lifespan. This grant funding will help us to increase our  reach and offer more mental health services across this community.   How will the grant have lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic?  Mindfulness is a scientifically proven skill or tool that once it has been taught can be practiced  and continued on long after the initial learning period. The citizens that are exposed to courses  or lessons through the Montana Mindfulness Project will gain mental health tools that will  assist them in reducing stress, anxiety, anger, confusion and even suicide ideation, while  redirecting their thoughts towards being calm, content, kind and empathetic. Mindfulness will  help each individual better manage the stressors of daily life. We also feel strongly that the  more people that are exposed to mindfulness the lower the suicide rates will be. We know that  our services will create a long-lasting impact on the mental health of Bozeman citizens and we  look forward to continuing to offer this support for many years to come.   4  Page 141 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: The World Language Initiative‐MT  Amount Requested: $ 20,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 10,000  General Category:  Education  Detailed Description Submitted:  Please see attached.     Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Elizabeth  Williamson  4065797260 info@wlimt.org  Entity Address:  The Emerson Center 111 S Grand Ave Suite 202 Bozeman  MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: BELLA MSU Seed Grant (secured, Nov 2020) Otto  Bremer 2 yrs (pending, Feb 2021) NA NA NA 5,000 55,000 NA NA  Date Submitted:  12/14/2020 3:07:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 142 of 196 WLI-MT is a 501(c)3 in Bozeman, MT. Our Tax-id is 82-221916. We are located in Room 202 at The  Emerson Cultural Center on South Grand Avenue Bozeman. In 2019, we ​served 1,400 community  members, both youth and adults, through our fee-for-service programs.    Our​ mission is to support cultural awareness and celebrate community diversity through advancing  access to world language, culture, & literacy education in the State of Montana. WLI-MT employs  experienced language educators and trains native speakers to teach language and culture to youth  and adults, currently in the City of Bozeman and parts of the Gallatin Valley. In 2020, we offered  Arabic, Mandarin, Spanish, French and German language and culture classes to youth and adults. In  past years, we have also taught Turkish, Korean and Portuguese.     Since the harsh impacts of COVID began in winter 2020, WLI-MT has been unable to deliver our  usual in-school, after-school, and summer fee-for-service programming to Bozeman Area and  Gallatin Valley schools. Our ability to teach to our adult communities has also been hampered.     The inability to offer our in-person programs have affected our ability to pay core staff, language  teachers, and rent. Both our After-School Program & Summer Language Camps serve as the  organization’s main source of income, and we have been deeply affected by not running these  programs this year.     With the support of summer and fall 2020 COVID relief grants, we have been able to pivot and safely  reach a subset of our community of learners with small-group POD language programs at The  Emerson Cultural Center and through online youth and adult classes.     With grant funds from The City, we can continue our online language programs, connect with  isolated youth and adults, and support our staff & teachers through the winter and spring 2021.    We therefore are asking for your support in the amount of ​$20,000 t​o help WLI-MT continue  programming in the three following areas : 1) General funds to supplement the loss of standard fee  for service revenue based on program services which enable us to run our organization, 2) Continue  our Online Youth & Adult Language Classes through the remainder of the COVID period, and 3) To  launch the 2021 BELLA Project, a new Bozeman Area summer program supporting newcomer ELL  (English Language Learner) youth through literacy education & mentorship.     Of the $20,000 requested, we are asking $10,000 in general funds to offset incurred losses of  revenue caused by the inability to offer our language and culture enrichment programming to the  community during COVID from February 2020 into 2021. These general fund dollars will go to  personnel to support the salaries of our Executive Director and Program Coordinator and to pay for  our office and teaching space at the Emerson Cultural Center. An additional $5,000 will also be  allocated to personnel in support of our smaller online language classes and to continue to keep our  part-time Language and Culture Coaches employed. The remaining $5,000 will support the launch of  Page 143 of 196 the Summer 2021 BELLA Project. Specifically, these dollars will be used to finalize and secure  partnerships with The City and other local nonprofits that will offer enrichment programming to our  EL students and ensure equity in enrichment programming for newcomer ELL youth.     In 2019, nearly 80% of our annual budget came from fee-for-service adult & youth programming  that we have been unable to deliver during COVID. An additional 5% of our budget ordinarily comes  from in-person events & fundraising. Due to these great losses, we have had to shrink our  programming considerably which continues to affect our organization’s stability. Funds from The  City will help supplement these losses and will allow us to continue to offer online youth and adult  classes, employing our team, and to pay our rent.     Our youth & adult language classes serve as a hub for individuals of all ages in isolation during  COVID. To give people the ability to connect with a community of learners is so important at this  time of uncertainty and isolation. The mental health of individuals, both young and old, has been  affected by COVID, and we are doing our best to connect people in the community with one another  and give positivity and hope to all who we engage with.    Additionally, COVID hampered the revenue gathering for the launch of a new 2021  community-based WLI-MT partnership program which focuses on literacy & mentorship and equity  in enrichment for EL newcomer youth in the Bozeman Area. This program, entitled the Bozeman  English Learner Literacy Alliance (BELLA), invests in Bozeman Area English Learner (EL) minority  youth through literacy support, enrichment programming, and mentorship. Based on our strategic  plan, in a non-COVID 2020 year, revenue from our fee for service programs would exist to seed and  kickstart this new community-oriented, collaborative project. We and the BELLA community partners  (MSU Modern Language Department & Bozeman School District and Bienvenidos Community  Group) believe it is imperative that this program be launched as soon as possible to respond to the  growing numbers of newcomer youth in our community. This program will create equity in  education and enrichment opportunities among ELs (English Learners) and ultimately increase  academic success and avoid disenfranchisement as they mature into adults. We have currently  secured $5,000 in the form of an MSU Seed Fund grant through partnering with the MSU Modern  Language Department and Bozeman School District EL Coordinator, Ellen Guettler. We have an  additional pending grant from Otto Bremer Trust which will also enable us to launch the program at  a larger scale, if received. We have made it through the initial Otto Bremer review process and will  be notified February 2021. Grant dollars for BELLA from The City will specifically allow us to grow our  partnership with The City of Bozeman Parks & Rec Department for the BELLA Project, to provide  equal opportunity in enrichment programming for our 2021 summer program’s newcomer youth.  We have offered our standard Summer Language and Culture Camps with the City’s Parks and Rec  Department the past two years. We are currently in conversation with Jamie Saitta and The City of  Bozeman’s Parks and Recreation to expand that partnership and secure an additional city-based  location for The BELLA Project summer program. Additionally, grant dollars will allow us to secure  Page 144 of 196 additional partnerships with other local nonprofit enrichment programs to offer our BELLA  participants.     COVID will continue to negatively impact our organization’s programming through the winter/spring  of 2021 and until we can return to normal in-person programming. It is our passion and intention to  continue positive programming in the community by connecting both youth & adult learners to one  another through online language classes, ultimately resulting in less isolation, more community  connections, and an improved state of mental health and well-being. Our programs are important to  students and to our community, and therefore we feel it essential that they can continue their  language journeys during this time of uncertainty and isolation.     Beyond COVID, support to keep our programs running allows WLI-MT to grow our reach to more  community members, and ultimately secure sustainability for all of our community programs. It will  also allow us to create The BELLA Project and serve Gallatin Valley’s EL newcomer youth through  literacy & enrichment education, and mentorship. WLI-MT is a hub for supporting cultural  understanding, celebrating our community’s growing diversity, and connecting our Gallatin Valley  community to the greater global community.     We are grateful for your support & this opportunity to help us thrive and survive the negative  impacts of COVID in 2021.         Page 145 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Bozeman Summit School, Inc  Amount Requested: $ 18,500  Funding Recommendation:  $ 18,500  General Category:  Educational  Detailed Description Submitted:  Bozeman Summit School has been serving Gallatin Valley students  for 23 years. The school typically enrolls 60‐70 students (age 3‐12) and provides a unique, hands‐on  learning curriculum. Due to the impact of COVID‐19, we have reduced our enrollment to 53 to ensure  safety in each of the three classrooms and haven't been able to host fundraising efforts thus far and  don't anticipate being able to do so for the remainder of the school year.     While our Annual Fund solicitation efforts have been successful in raising $13,000 of our $25,000  goal, our families have also been impacted by the downturn in the economy, job loss, illness, etc. and  the likelihood of being able to raise our budgeted goal of $18,500 through fundraising efforts is very  low.     The school maintains a well‐below the 15% industry standard of needed funds over and above tuition  income (7% for 2020‐2021 school year) with careful budgeting and frugal expenditures. The  fundraising efforts ($18,500) will go toward staff enrichment (training – including COVID‐19 practices,  Montessori conferences), curriculum enhancement (new Montessori materials to improve the lower  ratio of students to materials available), and specials programs (art, music, health enhancement, and  Spanish). In “normal” years, the school succeeds in its fundraising efforts because we have an  engaged staff and parent community.     In this unique year of COVID‐19, receiving funds to supplement our fundraising efforts would greatly  reduce the overall stress on the staff by allowing them to solely focus on the classrooms and not be  sidetracked by needing to create new and out‐of‐the‐box fundraising ideas in a year when social  distancing is mandatory for the health and wellness of our students and staff.      Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Robyn Miller 4065797340 robyn.lea.miller@gmail.com  Entity Address:  3001 W Villard St NA Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: NA NA NA   NA NA  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 12:26:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 146 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: The Extreme History Project  Amount Requested: $ 15952  Funding Recommendation:  $ 15952  General Category:  Cultural  Detailed Description Submitted:  The Extreme History Project is a local nonprofit with the mission of  re‐examining history —good, bad or ugly — and showing how it impacts our daily lives and affects the  community.We do this through historic walking tours, bus tours, a lecture series, historic  preservationworkshops, exhibits, a book club and more recently, a podcast called The Dirt of the Past.    Our organization is based out of a 131‐year old building located on East Mendenhall Street, right in  theheart of Bozeman.Covid‐19 hit us hard. Everything we do is focused on sharing our research with  the communityand on public education. To adhere to mandated restrictions, we severely limited our  walkingtour program, and cancelled scheduled bus tours and workshops. Having lost our Museum  ofthe Rockies venue due to their auditorium closure, we switched to Zoom presentations for  thelecture series and cancelled our spring and summer fundraisers.     Our History After Dark program, a walking tour peopled by historic enactors and a big source of  income, was alsocancelled this fall as was our holiday open house. Losing that face‐to‐face, direct  interactiondistinctly hampered our ability to attract new members to our Historical Activist  League,another source of financial support.Given that our participant demographic is older and  mostly house‐bound, we brainstormedand developed new programming that would reach our  community and keep them engaged.    First, we curated an online exhibit of women’s reproductive history. We worked with Jennifer Hill,  who teaches in the American Studies Department at Montana State University, and is an expert in  women's history. In addition, we arranged an in‐house exhibition showcasing the history of women’s  suffrage.Second, we initiated a monthly online book club with a twist. We knew our fellow  downtownbusinesses were also suffering because of the pandemic so we partnered with  CountryBookshelf and Blend Wine Bar to provide the book selections and a bottle of wine, delivered  toparticipants’ doors by Extreme History staff. The books are discussed online via Zoom  monthly.Third, we developed a new podcast called The Dirt on the Past. The podcast is a  weeklyinterview with a historian or archaeologist who discuss their research and why it matters  today.For this project, we partnered with local radio station, Gallatin Valley Community Radio  (KGVM95.5 FM). Our show is broadcast on KGVM every Sunday at noon and is also posted on  Spotify,Stitcher, Google Podcasts, Podbean, and Apple Podcasts. The interviews are conducted  viaZoom from our office on Mendenhall Street.     We also partnered with the Bozeman Public Library to develop a Sunset Hills Cemetery abbreviated  walking tour, as a way to help Bozeman residents enjoy the cemetery, history, and the outdoors  during a time of social distancing. To counter the impact of Covid and its subsequent restrictions, we  have scrambled to stayrelevant and help our community with new programming and city‐wide  business partnerships.    Those who have participated in our programs the past nine months have often mentioned how  important our lecture series, walking tours, podcasts and book club have been to their wellbeing. As a  long‐time member wrote in a recent email, “ Even in this time of Covid, I feel I havemuch to be  Page 147 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  grateful for, and among these things are the many creative ways organizations like Extreme History,  Mountain Time Arts, the Symphony and so many others have providedprograms, concerts, etc. when  we can’t gather in person. Thank you for helping fill 2020 with interesting, informative programs.”Like  other nonprofits that provide funding, food, and shelter, our organization and others like usprovide  for the community’s mental health and well‐being.       We are all social creatures and the requireddistancing/isolation can take its toll. Depression and  added stress are clearly by‐products ofthe pandemic and will continue to be until the threat of Covid  is mitigated. Programs likeExtreme History’s foster important intellectual interactions, enhance  mental stimulation andprovide a vehicle for community inclusiveness. Our programs are a platform  for sharedlearning and a means of staying in touch with fellow community members who are,  bynecessity, house‐bound. But we need help to do this.    Without our seasonal fundraisers and and the greatly scaled‐back walking tour program, themain  source of our operational income, financial recovery will be slow and our 2021 projectofferings may  need to be further reduced. The funding we are requesting will support ouroutreach and public  education to the Bozeman community over the next year and help uscontinue our work for many  years to come.Based on our urgent need, we are asking for a total of $15,952 broken down as follows.  It takes people power to develop content and to manage, facilitate and coordinate our  programs:$5,000 partial salary for 2021. Partial rent assistance: $7,200 ($600/month x 12).  Zoomsubscription for 2021: $684 ($57/month x 12). Spectrum subscription for 2021: $960  ($80/month x12). Podbean subscription, the host for our podcast through 2021: $108. Podcasting  support including advertising, graphic design, and editing for 2021 : $2,000    This funding will help us continue our mission to make our history relevant and maintain  ourrelationship with the Bozeman community. History has formed Bozeman and informs thedecisions  on how we approach the future. We hope to be here for our community, helping usall through this  pandemic by feeding minds, hearts and souls with knowledge and historiceducation. Thank you for  considering our request and for your support of the Bozemannonprofit community through this  funding source.     Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Crystal Alegria 4062202678 crystal@extremehistoryproject.org  Entity Address:  234 E. Mendenhall n/a Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Montana History Foundation Humanities Montana  PPP Loan for 2020 ‐ 8 weeks   8,000 5,000 5,123.58  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 1:56:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 148 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Bozeman Sports Parks Foundation  Amount Requested: $ 15,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 15,000  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  Please see attached document...     Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Matt Kline 4065390064 matt@bozemansportsparks.org  Entity Address:  PO Box 1126 N/A Bozeman MT 59771  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Federal CARES Act (PPP Loan) State of Montana  Social Services Non‐Profit Grant N/A   10,000.00 10,000.00  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 3:23:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 149 of 196 Bozeman Sports Parks Foundation was created to help raise funds for, develop, and operate facilities at the Bozeman Sports Park and Adam Bronken Memorial Soccer Complex. Operating revenue is primarily derived from field rental fees from long-term user groups such as youth soccer and lacrosse. One key variable to the ongoing success of our Foundation is the ability to host large groups of people for planned outdoor activities. Our operating budget is heavily reliant upon participants and spectators coming to the facilities on a regular basis to enjoy practices, games, tournaments, and special events. The COVID-19 pandemic began impacting field rental revenue when user groups postponed the start of their seasons. In March we lost $7,610.00 in field rental revenue. At that time, we remained hopeful that our primary long-term user groups would still be able to offer their full slate of programming beginning sometime in April. However, subsequent stay-at-home and social distancing orders led directly to the further cancellation of revenue generating activity at the parks we manage. Our user groups were forced to cancel their April activities which resulted in further losses of $30,980.00. Unfortunately, youth lacrosse decided to cancel their entire 2020 spring season. Soon after we learned that all summer activity would be cancelled by both the Bozeman Adult Soccer League and Bozeman Ultimate Frisbee. As the cancellations mounted, field rental revenue losses were compounded by the missed opportunity for sponsorship dollars, concession sales, parking fees, and more. Thankfully, both of our long-term youth soccer programs were able to return to play in May. It was wonderful to welcome players and parents back to the facilities, where everyone was given a chance to experience something at least close to normal. The rules of play were not changed by the pandemic, but the experience was now wholly different. Masks and social distancing were evident everywhere while games, travel, and tournaments were scarce. When the “spring” soccer season concluded at the end of July, the Bozeman Sports Parks Foundation had already lost expected field rental revenues of $116,824.50. Page 150 of 196 Those losses included cancellations from youth soccer and lacrosse, as well as the following: · Bozeman Adult Soccer League - $12,337.00 · Bozeman Ultimate Frisbee - $5,397.50 · Yellowstone Kickoff Classic Soccer Tournament - $8,500.00 · Atlanta United Soccer Camp - $1,800.00 · YMCA Flag Football League - $2,560.00 · Overtime Sports Adult Flag Football League - $2,640.00 · Community Cup 3v3 Soccer Tournament - $5,000.00 In the fall we welcomed the return of youth lacrosse along with a new youth soccer season, Gallatin High School soccer training and games, and some adult lacrosse games. Everyone who had the opportunity to participate in organized activity on the fields in 2020 was thankful. The ongoing pandemic affects us in so many ways. It immediately became clear that getting outside to recreate produced physical, social, emotional, and mental benefits. The look and feel of the activities were slightly different, but by no means were the positive impacts diminished. If anything, they were enhanced. Winning a game was far less important than having the opportunity to compete and play. Along with building character and relationships, we were now seeing participants and parents alike build some peace of mind. That peace of mind came from experiencing something familiar again, only experiencing it on a deeper, more meaningful level. Physical health is directly tied to mental health, and never before had that fact been so well understood. The Bozeman Sports Parks Foundation is asking for $15,000.00 in grant funds to apply to ongoing operating costs. The funds will be used to offset payroll expenses to help add more value to our existing user groups, and produce new revenue generating activities. Our aim is to develop in-house programming aimed at a broad cross-section of the community. We strive to bring a more diverse audience to the facilities on a regular basis. Some of the programming would be athletic endeavors that continue to add value via physical and mental health, and some would be more social leaning. Page 151 of 196 Funding would allow us to introduce programming that appeals to community members of all ages, like bocce ball, walking soccer, and croquet. We have time and space available during the summer months in 2021 and beyond. Our goal is to establish these activities for Bozeman residents to enjoy for years to come. The grant money would be applied to procure necessary equipment, market the activities, and cover operating expenses. Thank you so much for your consideration and all that you are doing to help non-profits in the community. Sincerely, Matt Kline Director of Operations Bozeman Sports Parks Foundation matt@bozemansportsparks.org 406.539.0064 Page 152 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Montana Mindfulness Project  Amount Requested: $ 15,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 15,000  General Category:  Education  Detailed Description Submitted:  A detailed description of the Funding Request and answers to these  questions has been attached.    Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Margaret Kachadurian 6307808940 mkach111@gmail.com  Entity Address:  PO Box 5106 n/a Bozeman MT 59717  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Individual Donations State Covid Relief Funds First  Security Bank   10,750 10,000 1,500  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 12:02:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 153 of 196   Funding request:   Established in 2019, Montana Mindfulness Project is a professional nonprofit organization located  in Bozeman, MT committed to providing the best quality mindfulness teaching that replicates  research-proven interventions to assure best outcomes for participants. Mindfulness skills, like  paying attention to breathing or noticing what’s going on around us (sounds, sensations, feelings)  are proven to reduce anxiety and depression, and increase happiness and empathy for others.     We are pleased to submit this funding request for $15,000 in operational support and towards the  salary of the Mindfulness in Schools instructor, Sara Friedman. This funding would allow us to  continue offering the Mindfulness in Schools teachings to Bozeman based students, teachers,  and school staff. It would also allow us to continue serving the youth that are not attending school  through our free online course options. The demand for our services is high yet we are only able  to afford our instructor at a part-time level this year. Our services have been provided free of  charge in 2020.     Born out of deep caring for the adults, teens, and kids who call Montana home, our founders  created this organization to bring comfort through secular mindfulness training. Our efforts  recognize the universal need for people, young and old, to be able to build capacity for calm  reflection by accessing emotional intelligence and responding with integrity.     A key pillar in our organization is our Mindfulness in Schools program. The specific curriculum  that we offer is known as Mindfulness in Schools (MIS) and is​ a scientifically-proven approach to  developing focused attention and emotional regulation.  Today’s educators and students carry so much on their shoulders. Meeting academic and social  expectations – and simply growing up and developing a sense of self and belonging – can be  tough. Yet the pressures in today’s educational environment reach ​far beyond​ these basics. Our  world is moving and changing faster than ever.  We need a response that addresses the overall health and sustainability of learning environments  and supports the well-being of every educator, student, and member of the school community.  Students Face New Challenges    Anxiety: Nearly 1 in 3 adolescents will meet criteria for an anxiety disorder by the age of 18. ​1    1  Page 154 of 196 Trauma: 46% of all children in the U.S. have experienced at least one adverse childhood  experience (ACE). ​2    Distraction: On average, U.S. teens spend 9 hours a day on digital entertainment, excluding  school work. ​3    Isolation: Nearly 40% of high school seniors report that they often feel lonely and left out. ​4    An increasing number of today’s students face challenges that affect their ability to focus  attention, regulate difficult emotions, build inner resilience, and form healthy and supportive  relationships.  In response, we need to learn effective ways to help calm our students’ anxious nervous systems  while providing them with supportive relationships, nurturing experiences, and positive learning  environments.    Educators Are Burning Out    Stress: 61% of teachers report being stressed out. ​5    Mental health: 58% of teachers say their mental health is “not good.” ​5    Burn out: Public school educators are quitting their jobs at the highest rate on record. ​6    Educators are tasked with teaching the next generation of leaders; yet their working conditions  lack the support needed to ensure their success. Unsustainable conditions can manifest through  decreased productivity and creativity, and escalate to more serious symptoms like anxiety,  dissociation, frustration, and, eventually, burnout.  In response, we need to provide more support and investment in educators’ development and  well-being.  Toxic Stress Is Real  Healthy stress is a natural part of life, including childhood. Children and adults alike need to be  challenged in order to grow and develop. However, in the contemporary education system,  healthy stress is often displaced by ​toxic stress.  Toxic stress occurs when life’s demands consistently outpace our ability to cope with those  demands.  2  Page 155 of 196 Toxic stress is challenging to work with because the stress response taps into some very old  survival hardware in our evolutionary biology. When a fourth grader reports that she felt she “was  going to die” from test anxiety, she’s telling the truth. The responses of her autonomic nervous  system are the same whether she’s taking a math test or sensing actual physical danger.  Even children who have not suffered adverse childhood experiences may struggle with frequent  “mismatches” between the severity of a stimulus (a pop quiz) and their response (loss of  peripheral vision, sweating, nausea, terror, or immobility). In children suffering from trauma, these  “mismatches” become chronic and habitual.  To transform our habitual responses and build resilience, we need to create the space to  regularly ​practice​ our skills when we are not in “fight – flight – freeze” mode.  Mindfulness in Schools is an evidenced-based curriculum developed in Oakland, CA, to integrate  mindfulness into the everyday learning environment of K-12 classrooms. There are over 25,000  trained educators, parents and mental health professionals who carry out this work with kids. The  graduates of the training program hail from all over the United States, with several residing in  Bozeman. The Montana Mindfulness Project will utilize the trained teachers, promote the training  of future teachers and deliver this program on behalf of our organization.   This program allows​ ​instructors to teach students, teachers and school staff simple tools of focus  and self-awareness that support greater comfort, emotional regulation and resilience within  educational environments. During MIS​ ​classes, students practice quiet, patience, stillness, and  curiosity building techniques that cultivate the 5 cornerstones of intentional awareness: Presence  | Attention | Focus | Empathy | Reflection  Experiential classroom exercises involving breathing, listening, sensing, relaxing and paying  attention give students the opportunity to begin to understand how their thoughts, emotions  and behaviors influence their experience and success at school, home and in their community.  These skills of self-understanding and self-comforting help students build greater mental,  physical, social, emotional and behavioral intelligence which can improve participation,  performance and everyday enjoyment.  Delivery Plan: ​Montana Mindfulness Project is ​currently​ delivering this program in (4) first grade  classrooms and (4) second grade classrooms at Morning Star Elementary School in Bozeman, MT.  Our intention is to expand Mindfulness in Schools to additional schools in Bozeman, Belgrade, Big  Sky and Manhattan in 2021/2022.     We began offering a free, six-week ​online​ Mindfulness Instruction course to students in grades  3-12 in October of 2020 that was very successful. We will be increasing the number of our online  course offerings in 2021 to include more students and various age groups in Gallatin County. We  have several free, 6-week courses already filled with Bozeman based students that begin online in  January.  3  Page 156 of 196 Operational and Financial impacts of COVID-19 pandemic: ​Lead Instructor Sara Freidman has  been teaching MIS at Morning Star Elementary school in Bozeman for the past two years. The  appreciation and apparent need for MIS is the driving force behind expanding and offering the  program to additional schools throughout Bozeman and surrounding areas. Introducing  Mindfulness in Schools to the Gallatin Valley School Districts in 2020, amidst a pandemic, has  proven to be challenging, but not impossible.     Due to COVID-19 access to in-school teachings has been strictly limited by the schools and with all  of the work to prepare and alter schools to fit health department regulations, the addition of any  program, regardless of its merit has been reduced on the list of priorities. We know that the  teachings of Mindfulness in Schools are needed now more than ever. Therefore, we have pivoted  to offer an online course option for children in grades 3-12 as an introduction to our program  alongside our in-class teachings. This course is available to the children that are distance learning  or homeschooling. We will provide online programming for in-school teachers when the interest  arises.   As with most nonprofits we are facing the difficulty of raising general operating funding during a  pandemic. The lack of ability to host in-person events, fundraisers, galas, etc. has limited our ways  to raise funds. We are relying heavily on individual donations through email campaigns, giving  days such as Give Big Gallatin Valley and our social media. We are also working with contracted  fundraisers and development directors to increase our grant funding and paid partnerships.     At this time we have been able to secure half of the funding to cover this full-time position,  therefore Sara is operating at a part-time level. We are working to secure the remaining $15,000  for the second half of the school year to provide increased online courses and in-school  instruction as allowed.  Description of benefit of the grant to the citizens of Bozeman in meeting immediate needs:  There is no doubt that the youth of Bozeman may be feeling scared, confused, anxious, and  worried about what is going on in their immediate surroundings due to COVID-19. This pandemic  has brought about additional stressors to children that did not exist prior to 2020.     Scholarly research finds that mindfulness practice decreases stress and anxiety, increases  attention, improves interpersonal relationships, strengthens compassion, decreases suicidal  thinking and suicides, and confers a host of other benefits.  Below is a summary of research  findings on the benefits of mindfulness particularly relevant to educators.    Improved Attention    Numerous studies show improved attention​1​, including better performance on objective tasks  that require an extensive concentration span​2​.    Emotional Regulation  4  Page 157 of 196   Mindfulness is associated with emotion regulation across a number of studies​3​. Mindfulness  creates changes in the brain that correspond to less reactivity​4​, and better ability to engage in  tasks even when emotions are activated​5​.    Greater Compassion    People randomly assigned to mindfulness training are more likely to help someone in need​6​ and  have greater self-compassion.​7    Reduction of Stress and Anxiety    Mindfulness reduces feelings of stress​8​ and improves anxiety and distress when placed in a  stressful social situation.​9    Mindfulness Develops Our Brains      1. The amygdala is activated when detecting and reacting to emotions including difficult or strong  emotions such as fear. Following sessions of mindfulness training, this part of the brain may be  less activated.​10  2. The hippocampus is critical to learning and memory and helps regulate the amygdala. The  hippocampus is more activated​12​, and produces more gray matter density​13​ following mindfulness  training.  3. The prefrontal cortex is most associated with maturity, including regulating emotions and  behaviors and making wise decisions. This part of the brain is more activated and developed  following mindfulness training​14​.    The Benefits of Mindfulness in Education    Research shows that stressed teachers impact students’ stress levels and student stress impacts  learning outcomes. Students learn better in a climate that is more emotionally positive. Studies  have demonstrated a link between positive emotional classroom climates and academic  achievement.    5  Page 158 of 196 Benefits for Educators    When teachers learn mindfulness, they not only reap personal benefits such as reduced stress  and burnout​15​ but their schools do as well. In randomized controlled trials, teachers who learned  mindfulness experienced:  •Reduced stress and burnout​15  •Greater efficacy in doing their jobs​16  •More emotionally supportive classrooms​17  •Better classroom organization​18    Benefits for Students    Studies find that youth benefit from learning mindfulness in terms of improved cognitive  outcomes, social-emotional skills, and well-being. In turn, such benefits may lead to long-term  improvements in life. For example, social skills in kindergarten predict improved education,  employment, crime, substance abuse and mental health outcomes in adulthood​19​. Research finds  that youth who practice mindfulness can develop:     Attention & Learning Skills   Attention & focus​20    Cognitive development​21       Social & Emotional Skills   Behavior in school​22   Empathy & perspective taking​23    Social-skills​24     Emotional regulation​25        Resilience    Reduced anxiety​26   stress​27    Post-traumatic symptoms​28   Depression​29    Results: Mindful Schools Research Study    In the 2011–12 school year, Mindful Schools researchers partnered with the University of California,  Davis to conduct one of the largest randomized-controlled studies to date on mindfulness and  children, The study involved 937 children and 47 teachers in three Oakland public elementary  schools.  6  Page 159 of 196   The Mindful Schools curriculum produced statistically significant improvements in paying  attention and participation in class activities versus the control group with just four hours of  mindfulness instruction for the students—a very small dose. Further instruction could produce  even more benefits.    Bozeman based Parent Feedback    “My son is in 3rd grade. I didn't pay much attention to him when he came home from  school one day and asked me if I would like to practice breathing with him. I was just  happy we didn't have to play Pokémon. He isn't the kind of kid who shows a lot of  emotion or who likes to process and talk about the things he is feeling so I was struck  with how much he enjoyed the ritual he took me through. He explained to me how to  find an anchor spot and then talked me through the breathing. When I opened my  eyes at the end, he was staring at me, smiling.    I thought that was that but a couple of months later when his father and I had  separated and the whole family (including his older brother) was drowning in pain and  confusion, he suggested we sit in a circle and he took us through another round of  mindful breathing. We got a singing bowl and he told me when we are sad we can do  mindful breathing and at the end we can ring the bell and hold it up to our chins to feel  the vibrations and it will make us feel calm.  I am so grateful that he gets to learn to do this. What an incredible tool for him, a place  he can go to reconnect with the part of himself where he feels calm and safe amid all  the chaos in our lives at the moment.”    Bozeman based Teacher Feedback    ●From Sara Friedman, Lead Teacher for Mindful Schools: One thing I think we can all  universally agree on is that kids these days have a significant amount of stress and anxiety.  So that when I come into a classroom to teach mindfulness, it’s almost like a big sigh of  relief. Ahhh. They get to stop, they get to pause, and they get to just be.  7  Page 160 of 196 ●If we practice, we actually get along better, are more resilient with issues and  struggles, and more free to engage in learning.  ●This can be some of the best time spent in the day or week…it is well worth it.  ●Great reminders of how to settle, the importance of it, what it feels like, and how to be  better at what I do and who I am.   ●Mindfulness teaching has become a critical component in my classroom.  It has  taught my first graders how to calm their bodies, focus, and act kindly and  compassionately.    ●The best part of mindfulness is that the skills acquired are lifelong and can be used  anywhere and at any time  ●During the practice, I see relief from the children. Mindfulness allows us to take time  for ourselves; to rebuild, rejuvenate, and recharge.  ●Mindfulness is worth every second it takes away from academic instruction because,  in actuality, time is gained throughout the day.  Children learn how to handle their  emotions and refocus to tasks at hand.  ●It helps kids realize that during moments of distraction, frustration, unhappiness or  excitement they have the tools to get their bodies and minds back on track.     Bozeman based Student Feedback    ●I like mindfulness because it helps me breathe ‘cause when I get super stressed I can  catch my breath.  ●The one thing I like about mindfulness is when I take deep breaths and I’m angry it  helps me calm down.  ●When I’m stressed on a test, I use mindfulness and I think about my breath to help  me focus and concentrate better.  ●What I love about mindfulness is that it’s peace, focusing, quiet and fun!  ●Mindfulness helps me notice my surroundings and also helps me notice my thoughts  and feelings.  ●After I practice mindfulness, I feel calm and relaxed and my nerves are at ease. I feel  ready to continue doing what I’m doing or getting ready for something coming up  and really focusing on what my intention is for the next thing I’m going to be doing.    How will the grant have lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic?  Mindfulness is a skill or tool that once it has been taught can be practiced and continued long  after the initial learning period. The Bozeman youth that are exposed to courses or lessons  through the Montana Mindfulness Project will gain mental health tools that will assist them in  reducing stress, anxiety, anger, confusion and even suicide ideation, while redirecting their  thoughts towards being calm, content, happy and empathetic. Mindfulness will help each  individual better manage the stressors of daily life. We also feel strongly that the more people that  are exposed to mindfulness the lower the suicide rates will be.     8  Page 161 of 196 We plan to begin work with the Bozeman, Big Sky, Manhattan and Belgrade School District  administrators to expand our programs to all elementary schools. The grant would provide  funding to cover our staff time in building these relationships with local schools and organizations  such as United Way, Big Sky Youth Empowerment, Thrive, and others as well as offering our  services free of charge. These relationships and course offerings will carry on indefinitely making a  large impact.   9  Page 162 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Museum of the Rockies, Inc.  Amount Requested: $ 15,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 15,000  General Category:  Cultural  Detailed Description Submitted:  Museum of the Rockies, Inc. respectfully requests $15,000 from the  City of Bozeman in COVID‐19 relief funds.     In March, the museum, like many organizations in our community, had to close its doors to the public.  This has had far‐reaching effects on the way we serve Bozeman. Dozens of spring field trips, including  many from Bozeman School District, had to be canceled. Our corps of 180+ volunteers, most of whom  are in a high‐risk demographic, have been unable to return to the museum to share their time and  talents. Popular programs for all ages, like Tours for Tots and monthly history lectures, have been  postponed indefinitely. In June we reopened with significantly diminished capacity and a smaller staff,  but have found innovative and safe ways to meet the new needs of our community. We reconfigured  our spaces to allow more social distancing and hand‐sanitizing stations when visiting exhibits. Our  education team shifted focus to provide virtual programs for classrooms and homeschool families  suddenly in need of remote learning resources. In fact, despite the closure, our education team  served over 8,000 Gallatin County students and teachers with outreach programs during the 2019‐ 2020 school year.     Parents in need of high‐quality childcare and educational experiences for their children filled our  outdoor summer camps.  We were even able to host a safe, socially distanced outdoor history  program called Chilling Campfire Tours.These changes, while necessary, have had a significant  financial impact on the museum.  Even when we could not welcome visitors, we were contractually  obligated to continue renting our temporary Reptiles exhibit and employ a zookeeper. Totaling over  $200,000, this expense would have typically been covered by attendance and membership revenue.  In fact, 44% of our revenue comes from admissions and the Museum Store. With the doors closed this  spring and attendance down over 50%, this has meant hundreds of thousands of dollars in lost  revenue. Our membership, consisting primarily of households within Gallatin County, has dropped  25% and resulted in over $140,000 in lost revenue. We have diligently cut expenses and sought  additional support, however additional funding is needed as we anticipate another year of depressed  revenues and a need to find creative and safe ways to serve Bozeman’s community of lifelong  learners in 2021. We are building a digital learning studio that will allow us to increase virtual  programs that will connect Bozeman students to science and history content that complements their  curriculum. We will continue to offer free memberships to families enrolled in our local Head Start  program. Public programs will continue to be offered virtually or outside.  And finally, new temporary  exhibits will provide the community with a socially‐distanced creative and intellectual outlet.    Your support of Museum of the Rockies will also impact the larger Bozeman community. The museum  is an important economic driver in our region and attracts tourists to Bozeman from Yellowstone  National Park each summer. This creates an economic magnifier effect when travelers visit other  Bozeman small businesses, restaurants, and other local attractions. In order to provide a safe  entertainment option and attract Park visitors to Bozeman, MOR must be in a position to maintain  staffing levels, engaging exhibits, marketing, and personal protective supplies.      Attachment:  False  Page 163 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Contact Info:  Callie Hamilton 4069947460 callie.hamilton@montana.edu  Entity Address:  600 W. Kagy Blvd. Box 172720 Bozeman MT 59717  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: State of Montana Social Services Grant Humanities  Montana State of Montana Business Adaptability Grant   $160,000 $5,000 $10,00  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 1:35:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 164 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Suffer Out Loud  Amount Requested: $ 15,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 15,000  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  A detailed description of the Funding Request and a response to  these questions has been attached.    Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Cassie Jackson 4062623702 info@sufferoutloud.org  Entity Address:  PO Box 6401 N/A Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Individual Donations State Covid Relief Funds  NorthWestern Energy   18,924 $5,000 $1,000  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 10:23:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 165 of 196 Detailed description of the Funding Request including description of operational and financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, and description of benefit of the grant to the citizens of Bozeman in meeting immediate needs, as well as if the grant will have lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic. Attach a form as necessary. The City may contact applicants for additional information, if needed. Funding Request: Founder of Suffer Out Loud, Cassie Jackson lost her sister to suicide in 2008. She felt very isolated in her grief. As she continued along the path of grief, she realized how many people are affected by mental illness or have lost a loved one to suicide. A big problem communities face, particularly in Montana, is that people are afraid to talk about suicide and mental health. There is such a strong stigma surrounding these topics that is difficult to break through. Cassie strongly believes that starting this difficult conversation around mental health will save lives. Suffer Out Loud was established in Bozeman, MT in March of 2017 with a mission of reducing the suicide rate in Montana by changing the stigma associated with mental illness and creating a community for people to connect with resources and each other. While the 6 highly engaged board members that make up the Suffer Out Loud team are rich with experience and passion, we are not mental health professionals, we choose to partner with mental health professionals to offer some of our services. The main overarching goal is to connect people to credible resources that address mental health issues and illnesses while helping them realize they are not alone. It is scary to reach out for help when you are in a crisis situation, such as considering suicide, and Suffer Out Loud aims to provide a supportive community for individuals when there is seemingly nowhere else to turn. Suffer Out Loud creates a positive community that believes in a better tomorrow. We reach the city of Bozeman and surrounding areas through: ● Mental Healthcare Scholarships (scholarships that cover 12 sessions with a licensed, Montana based counselor free of charge for at-risk individuals in need that cannot afford such services without our financial assistance) ● Engaging and Informative Resource Distribution (informational postcards and brochures shared with individuals, businesses, schools, and organizations with information on valuable mental health resources available in Montana, including SOLs program info) ● Free Workshops that are appropriate and welcoming to both adults and children (art therapy, animal therapy, socially distanced get togethers) that create that needed sense of community and space as well as valuable information sharing. ● Well Engaged Social Media (Instagram & Facebook) that is highly interactive with its followers ● Supportive and continually updated Website and Blog ● Sponsored Events that promote education and awareness about mental health and suicide (We hold a campaign to support Run for Your Life 5K and Kids’ Run, raising additional proceeds to benefit the Help Center) Page 166 of 196 ● Sales of highly sought after Suffer Out Loud Retail/Gear (shirts, hats, stickers, patches and more, that spread awareness and initiate important discussions around mental health. A portion of the proceeds are donated to the local suicide hotline operated through The Help Center) After a series of cuts for mental health services in 2017, SOL aims to provide support to individuals that are not able to access counseling due to financial reasons. We are targeting any at-risk of suicide individual who is on a waitlist for these detrimental and life-saving services because of affordability. We work closely with Montana based therapists to ensure that services provided are in line with our mission and goals. Our funding request is for $15,000 towards our general operating expenses and our Mental Healthcare Scholarships to directly benefit the citizens of Bozeman, MT. Description of the operational and financial impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic: COVID-19 has limited our possibilities when it comes to the in-person services that we offer as well as our fundraising options this year. Our free workshops and sponsored events have been either postponed, cancelled or greatly reduced in the number of people that can attend. We are unable to host large gatherings that would bring in individual donations and the majority of grant funders are overwhelmed with grant applications from nonprofit organizations in need. Give Big which brings in the largest amount of unrestricted funds was impacted by the inability to have donation stations set up across Gallatin County to solicit donations. Description of benefit of the grant to the citizens of Bozeman in meeting immediate needs: Mental health is at the forefront of everyone’s mind as we focus more on social distancing to keep ourselves COVID free. Yet, we are social beings, and interaction with others is detrimental to our mental health. People are sharing that they feel alone, scared, and unsure of the future. We are here to create a sense of community for all, where we can come together and discuss our mental health without judgement and reach out for help. We connect those at-risk of suicide with the resources that they need in order to feel secure and supported. Our Mental Healthcare Scholarships open up quarterly for individuals to apply to. Each scholarship recipient receives 12 counseling sessions free of charge with the counselor of their choice. We pay the licensed counselors directly for their services with the at- risk individuals. According to an article in the Bozeman Daily Chronicle on September 20, 2020, “Mental health officials across Gallatin County said they’ve also seen a rise in needs for services amid the coronavirus pandemic. Mandy St. Aubyn, development and communications coordinator for Help Center 211, said the call center typically sees people calling about suicide, depression and anger or fear. She said the majority of the calls have been about suicide, depression and worries surrounding COVID-19. So far this year (as of 9/2020), the hotline has received 7,266 calls for help, which is a 49% increase from calls at this time in 2019. Michael Foust, director of the Western Montana Mental Health Center, said we’re likely seeing the “tip of the iceberg” of what mental health issues are coming. Page 167 of 196 “I don’t want to paint a grim picture,” Foust said. “It’s the realism of a pandemic. It’s just what happens in a pandemic or any kind of disaster.” Federal unemployment benefits have run out. Alcohol sales, in a state that Foust said is already deemed the “booziest,” have increased. Kids are going back to school where reports of abuse and neglect are typically made. “I still think we have a long ways to go,” he said.” There is so much evidence that we need to be providing mental health services, connections to resources, and emotional support for Bozeman residents immediately. COVID-19 has caused a lot of uncertainty and we aim to provide resources to individuals that are at-risk for death by suicide now and moving forward. What lasting impacts in our community beyond the pandemic will this grant have? According to the Montana DPHHS Suicide Prevention Strategic Plan, Montana consistently has one of the highest suicide rates in the country with an age-adjusted suicide rate of 25.9 per 100,000 in 2016 compared to only 13.5 per 100,000 in the US. Men are almost 3 ½ times more likely to die by suicide than women in Montana and individuals with lower educational attainment, American Indians, adults who are divorced and individuals aged 25-54 are also at increased risk for suicide in our state.2 Substance use is also a risk factor for suicide. Montana adults report some of the highest rates of alcohol misuse in the US and alcohol is detected in over 40% of the suicide deaths with a toxicology screen in our state.3 In addition to the hundreds of suicide-related deaths, thousands of Montanans attempt suicide annually. One in 10 Montana high school students and one in seven middle school students report attempting suicide in the last year. American Indian students are at even greater risk, with 23% reporting attempting suicide in the last 12 months.4 There are more than 1,400 emergency department visits annually for intentional self-harm in Montana with women about twice as likely as men to be admitted to the emergency room with a suicide attempt.5 Unfortunately, suicide is a growing problem in our state and in Bozeman. The number of emergency department visits for intentional self-harm increased 40% from 2012- 2014 to 2016-2017 and the overall suicide rate in Montana rose 38% from 1999 to 2016.6 As a pressing public health issue impacting thousands of families in our state every year, it is imperative that Montana develop a comprehensive, coordinated suicide prevention infrastructure that engages state, local and tribal partners. The following plan outlines key strategies that Montana should focus on to reduce the suicide rate in Montana and ultimately save lives under the Big Sky. MT DPHHS Suicide Prevention has 3 goals for reducing the number of completed suicides (an average of 250 deaths/year as of 2019) to zero in the Big Sky Country. The goals are: 1. Coordinate a statewide, data-driven suicide prevention effort that empowers local communities; Page 168 of 196 2. Improve access to timely and effective behavioral health services, including clinical, treatment and recovery support; and, 3. Increase public awareness and reduce stigma associated with mental health issues and/or suicidal ideation. Suffer Out Loud is prepared to support MT DPHHS in reaching their goals, particularly in goals 2 and 3 that would result in improved access to needed therapy or services, increasing public awareness and reducing the stigma associated with mental health issues and/or suicidal ideation. This grant has the potential to have a lasting impact on all of the Bozeman citizens that we reach through each of our services and particularly those that are benefiting from the Mental Healthcare Scholarships. Page 169 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: ZoeCare  Amount Requested: $ 12,184  Funding Recommendation:  $ 12,184  General Category:  Health Care  Detailed Description Submitted:  ZoeCare is asking for assistance in two primary areas:   PPE/Covid  Adjustments to Workflow, and Staffing Assistance.     PPE/Covid Adjustments:1. Disposable Masks (for patients): $1202. KN95 Masks: $6203. Exam Gloves:  $8604. Caviwipes: $680    Staffing Assistance:5. Clinical Assistant (for 6 months): $3,7446. Janitorial (for 6 months): $1,3007.  COVID‐19 Relief (for missed work due to exposure/childcare exposure, 6 months): $4,860    ZoeCare, a pregnancy medical clinic in Bozeman, has been seeing pregnant women and their partners  for over four decades. We provide pregnancy testing, diagnostic ultrasounds, and STD testing and  treatment, as well as free diapers for new moms, mentoring and educational programs for new  parents and youth. After opening again in May, ZoeCare’s patient numbers have gradually increased.  We are ending the year at higher numbers than pre‐pandemic. This is a good problem, but every  appointment requires many more precautions and documentation to ensure our patients’ safety. For  that reason, we require both of our registered nurses to work every day (before, they alternated  days), and we are in need of a clinical assistant to help check patients in, take temperatures, and  prepare for the next appointments while nurses are finishing up. We are also putting more emphasis  on janitorial to ensure our clinic is completely cleaned. Much of the staffing assistance being  requested will help relieve a lot of the pressure on our two nurses who are doing much of the work to  make sure everything is clean and patients are safe.     Over the past ten months, like many organizations, we have had many employees out because of  COVID‐19 exposure, or because the daycare where their children go shut down because of exposure.  Additional funding, therefore, is requested to assist staff who must quarantine and are unable to do a  full day’s work, to keep the organization’s employees solvent during this difficult time. ZoeCare’s  clientele consists largely of the working poor, and all of our services are free. Our patients rely on our  services as a place to go where they can receive the medical and emotional support they need during  difficult times. Although other entities have generously given COVID‐19 relief to help ZoeCare this  year (including the Southwest Montana COVID‐19 Relief Fund), that money has helped bring us  through 2020 and has not addressed going forward into 2021. This grant would greatly help ZoeCare  to go into the new year continuing to serve patients with excellence, and not be required to cut back  on appointments or turn people away. The pandemic is a ways from over and this grant would start  us off with the help we need to make it through. Thank you for your consideration.     Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Chris Grinnell 4062096579 chris@gotozoe.org  Entity Address:  2251 W. Kagy Blvd. 2 Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: SBA Paycheck Protection Program Montana  Coronavirus Relief Fund Gianforte Family Foundation   29,000 38,568 25,000  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 1:39:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 170 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Bozeman Cutthroat Rugby Football Club (D181841)  Amount Requested: $ 10,500  Funding Recommendation:  $ 0  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  The Bozeman Cutthroat Rugby Football Club had planned to host  approximately 25 FREE youth Rugby clinics in 2021.  Funding for facilities and a shirt for participants  was to have come from Small Business donations from throughout the City.  Covid‐19 has strapped  local business, whom will now not be able to donate.  Donations to our non‐profit are down over 85  percent in 2020.  These free clinics would be held twice per week and be open to youth participants,  both girls and boys.  The team will volunteer their time so the costs are all operational (indoor  training facility to house the clinics and participant shirts).The area of impact is on both the Mental  and Physical well being of the city's youth.  The clinics will provide youth participants in the  community an opportunity to learn a new sport, while promoting physical fitness and mental  fortitude, in a supportive team environment.  Participants will be welcome at every session and will  receive a shirt at their first session.    Rugby builds confidence, social skills, self‐esteem, responsibility, citizenship,and feelings of belonging.   The longer term benefits are that participants will feel more confident in themselves which will  improve relationships in school, with peers, and participants will benefit from the physical activity as  well.  Our expectation is to build confident youth whom are better able to address future challenges  in their lives.     Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Bart Huber 4066001398 blackbart12@yahoo.com  Entity Address:  2396 Boylan Rd. . Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: N/A N/A N/A   0 0  Date Submitted:  12/15/2020 12:49:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 171 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: PACT Bozeman of Western Montana Mental Health Center  Amount Requested: $ 10,240  Funding Recommendation:  $ 10,240  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Western Montana Mental Health Center’s efforts to reinstate the  Program for Assertive Community Treatment (PACT) have been detrimentally thwarted by COVID‐19.  The PACT program focuses on providing holistic care through wrap‐around case management and  counseling services for individuals in our community with severe and disabling mental illnesses. We  attempted to establish the PACT team in March 2020, but were unable to do so because of the safety  risk posed to staff working with this particular population in the midst of uncertainty regarding the  virus.     As of late this year, Western Montana Mental Health Center has reinstated the PACT program aiming  to serve nearly 200 members of the Gallatin Community when at full capacity, though we face  obstacles in providing care due to Covid‐19.Individuals struggling with severe mental health issues  require intensive services in order to achieve long‐term stability. Often, people with untreated mental  illness have a ripple effect within their communities, as their illness can show up in impulsive or  erratic behavior, paranoia, delusions, suicidality, and hallucinations among other symptoms. When  left untreated, these symptoms can leave the person unable to meet their own basic needs, putting  strain on their family systems, increasing the need for community assistance and in extreme  situations can lead to increased public safety risks. Western Montana Mental Health has reinstated  the PACT program with the hopes that we can fill the huge need for mental health services in the  Gallatin Valley.     Our Covid relief request would enable us to provide our services to these individuals in the midst of  this epidemic, helping us overcome barriers we currently face in reaching and caring for our clients.  One of our biggest needs resides in accessible and portable technology so we can provide services  directly in the community. Many of our clients experience homelessness and are unable to afford a  phone, making it difficult to contact them and continue providing care. As a community based  program, it’s important that we can safely meet each client where they’re at, often meaning we go to  them when providing services. We also need to have portable technology enabled with wifi data so  we can facilitate telehealth sessions, file important paperwork like Social Security, assist in resume  building and job applications, and any other care coordination needs the client may have.     Our office is working to establish Covid safe meeting spaces for therapy, counseling, case  management, and other services we can offer on our campus as well. We would like to use some of  the relief money to purchase furniture that would be easier to sanitize, minimizing the risk of  exposure to our clients and staff.    We belief the work we do will help increase the health and vitality of the Bozeman Community. We  work directly in the community to intervene and provide medication management, therapy,  substance abuse counseling, vocational counseling, housing assistance, peer support and case  management to those struggling with severe mental illness. Left untreated, we frequently see those  struggling end up with a failure to thrive, struggling with homelessness, strained or shattered  relationships with friends and family, or run ins with the legal system. Our hope is to provide the  support needed to aid these individuals in their efforts towards recovery, effecting the community as  Page 172 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  a whole by increasing the health of a very under served and vulnerable population. We believe  recovery is possible and through the process of our clients healing, we positively impact those people  and communities our clients live in.Below is an itemized breakdown of how we aim to spend any  money allocated to our program. Thank you for taking the time to consider our application.   Cell Phones for client contact/coordination     Quantity: 30 @ $50.00  iPad keyboards Quantity: 6 @ $40.00  Wifi Hotspot Quantity: 8 @ $50.00  Laptops Quantity: 4 @ $1,800.00  Stipend for emergency food/clothing  Quantity: $500.00  Transport Stipend (Gas, bicycles) Quantity: $1,000.00  Web Cam for Telehealth and meetings Quantity: 2 @ $100.00  Office Furniture/Covid safe therapy rooms  Quantity: $1350.00  Pay as you go Phone cards Quantity: 50 @ $25.00    Total request: $10,240.00   Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Erin Reynolds 4065566536ext.2636 ereynolds@wmmhc.org  Entity Address:  699 Farmhouse Lane N/A Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: N/A N/A N/A   N/A N/A N/A  Date Submitted:  12/21/2020 3:53:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 173 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Bozeman Art Museum  Amount Requested: $ 10,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 10,000  General Category:  Cultural  Detailed Description Submitted:  see attached   Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Linda Williams 4065701419 info@bozemanartmuseum.org  Entity Address:  2612 W Main St  B Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Montana COVID relief grant Humanities Montana  Montana Arts Council   10,921 5,000 5,000  Date Submitted:  12/12/2020 12:43:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 174 of 196 Bozeman Art Museum The Bozeman Art Museum was founded in January of 2012 to create an accredited art museum where people of all ages can come together to experience the transformational power of art in Bozeman, Montana. Our mission is to inspire and foster creativity and love of art through high quality exhibits, programs, classes and lectures. We began teaching in rural schools in September of 2017 and have added city schools and homeschool students to our programmin g reaching 1,192 students in school in 2019 and 987 in afterschool, summer and holiday classes . We opened our doors to our exhibition space on January 3, 2020 only to close in mid-March due to COVID-19. We were able to reopen in June and have been open with limited hours. COVID-19 has impacted our organization in a number of ways. Many of the grants that we would have received were redirected to “food and shelter” organizations and “arts and culture” organizations have been adversely affected. Attendance is down by around 40% in our museum and seems to be the trend in othe rs as well. We have saved money by not having as much programming and limited hours, but fixed expen ses such as rent, utilities, etc. remain the same. While donors have been kind to us, there is a sense of uncertainly at the moment and funds are difficult. We feel that the Bozeman Art Museum is bringing a unique service to the Bozeman community - bringing art in a complex and challenging time and providing a place of respite and calm, a much-needed benefit to a growing population. We are the only museum in the Gallatin Valley that has free admission. We believe that art should be available to all and that it is a large component to a sense of wellness and health in a populace. Our art classes in schools are also provided free of charge with the same philosophy. We believe that your support of our work will help us to sustain the good we are doing in building this much needed community asset into the future. We would be most appreciat ive of a grant to continue our efforts. Attached is the 2020 Profit and Loss statement Year to date through November, 2020 . If you need any more information, please let us know…all the best…Linda Williams, Executive Director Page 175 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Compassion Project ‐ MT  Amount Requested: $ 10,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 10,000  General Category:  Behavioral Health  Detailed Description Submitted:  Compassion Project is requesting $10,000 in financial support to  continue offering and grow our community and classroom trainings and workshops, which are offered  to Bozeman residents and the wider community.     We are operating virtually and have spent hundreds of hours adapting our programming and learning  how to provide high‐quality, engaging virtual workshops since COVID‐19 greatly impacted Montana in  April of this year. This grant would help cover the costs of staff time, basic technology expenses,  including Zoom and Canva, program materials, printing, and office supplies.    Last year, 82% of funds raised went directly toward programming, 16% went toward administration,  and 1% went toward fundraising. We expect the utilization of these funds to break down similarly in  the coming year. This would equal: $8,100 toward programming (81%), $1,600 toward administration  (16%), and $300 toward fundraising (bumped up to 3%). Fortunately for us, we were not paying rent  on an office space when COVID hit, and so we are a very slim‐operation ‐ focusing on high‐impact  events and cultivating long‐term relationships with volunteers and community members. Last year,  our volunteers served a total of 487.5 hours, averaging over 20 hours a year per person and adding  over $12,175 in value to our organization (the monetary worth of a volunteer hour is $25).This  summer, we received a $5,000 COVID‐19 Response Grant from the Morgridge Family Foundation in  partnership with Greater Gallatin United Way and the One Valley Community Foundation. We have  spent this grant and what remains in our bank account is a single gift of $5,000 from a new, generous  donor. The funds from this grant will be supported by another gift of $5,000 from another donor in  the new calendar year, making our total income approximately $20,000, which will support our  programming through the end of the summer. At that time, we anticipate a stronger social and  economic recovery from the pandemic.    We have definitely seen a reluctance and slow‐down in individual giving this year, and completely  understand why. With so much uncertainty, and many people experiencing financial hardship due to  pandemic, we are grateful for opportunities like these to put public dollars to good use. That being  said, our team completely supports and understands that programs meeting basic needs like food,  shelter, and medicine take precedence over other proposals.    The pandemic has created other challenges, as well, such as learning how to reach people in new  ways and train staff and volunteers how to use technology more effectively. We feel we have  overcome these challenges, but at the expense of volunteer and unpaid staff time.In difficult and  isolating times like these, we know people are looking to connect, laugh, build community, be  creative, and learn new ways to cope and build resilience. Our workshops in the summer and fall with  caregivers of the elderly revealed that so many sects of our population are desperate for new ideas  and new ways to connect with community. After our programming this summer and this fall with the  Belgrade library and 3 senior living facilities in Bozeman, we were asked if we could come back on a  WEEKLY basis. Unfortunately, funding has been the limiting factor. In the new year, we aim to  continue these partnerships as well as network with other partners in the Bozeman to offer skills in  mindfulness, art, compassion, social‐emotional learning, and resilience. We want to be clear, these  Page 176 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  dollars would directly impact: Bozeman teachers, Bozeman caregivers such as mental health  professionals, social workers, and healthcare workers, as well as nonprofit professionals that are  experiencing high‐levels of stress, burnout, and empathy fatigue.    Reviews from participants: It was a very relaxing time to allow ourselves to be creative and connect ‐  Meditative activities are valuable when my life is overwhelmed ‐ Making art for myself and not for  someone else’s approval was empowering ‐ The need for compassion is universal. Whether the giver  or receiver of compassion, ‐ we all benefit from acts of compassion. It is the strength in the fiber of  our social web.    A little more about us: We are dedicated to spreading and cultivating compassion through the tools of  art and mindfulness. We began in 2017 as a pilot program under MSU’s College of Education, Health  & Human Development. We brought schools and communities together around the shared value of  compassion ‐ what it is, how to recognize it, how to practice it, and why it is important. We operate  based on the overwhelming amount of research showing that mindfulness, compassion, and  creativity have long‐lasting positive health and life benefits for people of all ages and backgrounds.     Mindfulness especially, has many benefits, including: reducing stress, decreasing anxiety, promoting  emotional health, decreasing depression, enhancing self‐awareness, lengthening attention span,  improving sleep, and decreasing blood pressure.     In order to serve a wider geographic area, we become a separate nonprofit entity in the summer of  2019, but remain committed to our vision and mission nonetheless. Since our inception, we have  introduced skills in compassion, art, mindfulness, and other tools for socio‐emotional resilience to  over 6,675 individuals across Montana. We've included a photo from a recent workshop with the  Belgrade Library. We're excited to offer similar workshops to Bozeman caregivers, health care  workers, and nonprofit professionals!    Learn more at: CompassionPject.orgThank you for this opportunity and we are happy to provide  additional documentation upon request.     Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Tia Goebel 6054401452 compassion.pject@gmail.com  Entity Address:  PO Box 11046 NA Bozeman MT 59771  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Individual gift pledged NA NA   $5,000 NA  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 8:50:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 177 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Crosscut Mountain Sports Center  Amount Requested: $ 10,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 10,000  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  Funding request attached.    Attachment: True  Contact Info:  Nicki Bailey 3035266622 nicki@crosscutmt.org  Entity Address:  PO Box 6400 ‐ Bozeman MT 59771  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Stranahan Foundation Yellowstone Club  Community Foundation MT State Childcare Covid‐19 Grant   35,000 7,500 30,000  Date Submitted:  12/18/2020 3:04:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 178 of 196 Crosscut Mountain Sports Center: Grant Writer Funding Request We are requesting $10,000 in operating funds to support our grant writing efforts. Crosscut Mountain Sports Center provides year-round recreation, sports training, and outdoor education opportunities for everyone through our simple yet exceptional facilities and trails. At CMSC, we are committed to providing accessible recreational opportunities and outdoor experiences that connect people to nature and improve the physical and mental health of our community members across the lifespan. As a community gathering place, Covid-19 has had both positive and negative impacts on Crosscut and our ability to serve our constituents. While it has caused operational changes and financial loss, it brought about an opportunity for us to engage further with our community. For example: we hosted NCAA Championships in March, ​and lost over $40,000 from ​the​ ​second day of races being cancelled due to Covid. However, following our shutdown in mid-March, we were able to keep our trails groomed and free to the public to use for 33 days, allowing many to enjoy the power of nature while respecting health and safety guidelines. While we were able to adapt as an organization and pivot our programming to meet social distancing requirements, it has been harder to recover the lost revenue as a result of Covid-19. We have had to cancel all other events, including fundraising events, which would have brought both revenue and tourists to explore all that Crosscut has to offer. We estimate ​$50,000 in lost event fundraising revenue, ​$2.1 million lost in individual donation​, and ​$8,000 to be lost​ due to no retail sales this season. We estimate that there will be other Nordic Center/Operational costs lost due to various other Covid-related measures including reduced hours, reduced travel of tourists visiting Crosscut and Montana, and reduced staff numbers to teach our program and public lessons. However, our long-term goal has been to, first and foremost, keep our commitments to staff and to ​remain a community resource​. We have not laid off or furloughed any staff, and we paid out all winter employees for the remainder of their contracts in March. We are making conservative operational and programmatic decisions so that we can stay open to the public during the pandemic. To make our operations more resilient and less dependent on individual donations and Nordic Center revenue, we are growing our grant writing efforts, and especially looking for multi-year funding opportunities. $10,000 would allow us to hire a local consultant for 6-12 months to further strengthen our grant writing program so we can diversify our funding streams. ​Hiring a local firm will help reinvest money back into a small business in the area. When our small businesses thrive, so does our community. In addition to supporting local small businesses, we are diversifying our fundraising streams so that we can explore more economic development and tourism grants from the federal and state government. Expanding our fundraising to include tourism grants will not only have an impact on our organization’s operations and Page 179 of 196 sustainability, but it will increase the economic development of our community through tourism dollars. This increased capacity to raise funds will allow our organization to maintain operations and address the immediate, recreational needs of our ​community and provide opportunities for continued health and wellness. We don’t predict individual donations to grow quickly post-pandemic, and want to focus our efforts on foundations and grantors that can continue to support our community programs such as our renowned Ski Education Program, and our new para athlete development program. Additionally, ​it is vital Crosscut remains free to the public throughout the Spring, Summer, Fall and with accessible rates during the winter months. Keeping our recreation and program opportunities accessible to all will help enhance the health and wellness of our community and provide a space to get outdoors while maintaining social distancing protocols. Research studies have shown that outdoor recreation has an effect on improving health and well-being, enhancing social connections, connecting people with their natural and cultural heritage, generating conservation revenue, contributing to local economies, fostering local or indigenous identity, and developing positive attitudes and behaviors in conservation. Literature on the subject also suggests that nature experiences and physical activity outdoors have been associated with significant stress reduction, social and mental well-being, reduced rates of obesity, low blood pressure, decreased cholesterol levels, and other health benefits. Improving our fundraising efforts will allow us to meet the physical and mental health needs of our community by providing low-cost, accessible recreation opportunities for all ages and abilities throughout the year. With a grant of $10,000 from the city to help recoup operation costs to expand our fundraising capacity, Crosscut will be able to continue to provide exceptional programming, ski education to local schools, and community centered recreation in 2021 and beyond. Support from the city will allow us to provide more inclusive and accessible recreation opportunities for the communities we serve and help maintain the health and well-being of our residents. Page 180 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Montana Wilderness School  Amount Requested: $ 10,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 10,000  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  $10,000 ‐ funding to continue employing key staff and planning for  an increased program in 2021 serving local youth, many of them coming from underserved  populations and mental health challenges*Please see attached   Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Gar Duke 4066006442 gar@montanawildernessschool.org  Entity Address:  PO Box 1183 0 Bozeman MT 59771  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Covid ‐ PPP ‐ Federal State of Montana ‐ Social  Services 1 and 2 State of Montana ‐ Adaptability   $49,370 $51,343 $10,000  Date Submitted:  12/15/2020 10:52:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 181 of 196 MWS – Bozeman Nonprofit Covid-Relief Grant Request $10,000 - funding to continue employing key staff and planning for an increased program in 2021 serving local youth, many of them coming from underserved populations and mental health challenges How MWS Navigated Covid-19 in 2020 2020 has been a very interesting year. As MWS approached our sixth program season, and with a 300% increase in enrollment over those first five years, we knew we were at a turning point. Like many new organizations, especially non-profits, we had been able to operate leanly for several years, with staff handling multiple roles, and the ED taking just a partial salary. But our enormous growth meant it was time to expand staff, including our development and outreach/admissions teams. Then the coronavirus hit and the world upended and we went into transition overdrive. MWS summer expeditions are the result of more than 9 months of planning, outreach, fundraising, curriculum development, and training, so the March lockdown and the fairly quick decision by the Forest Service to shut down back-country permits/access until at least July 1 was of great concern. The possibility of having to cancel all summer expeditions for 2020 would have been devastating for MWS and the youth we serve. We initially cancelled our spring fundraiser, which brings in more than 75% of our critical scholarship funds, believing (correctly) that front- line and essential workers and businesses would need enormous financial support. But we quickly dug in and started adjusting to this new and developing “normal” and were able to reimagine summer 2020 quite effectively. MWS leadership successfully applied for grants and loans to keep the business going (no employees were laid off and none were forced to cut back hours; in fact, our leadership encouraged us to spend some paid time volunteering in our communities). The Program team immediately began moving expedition dates, reapplying for permits, and rewriting policies and procedures including covid-19-specific expedition safety measures. Our Admissions team immediately reworked outreach and marketing procedures, worked tirelessly to fit enrolled students into adjusted expedition dates and new students into vacated spots and addressed the frequent and escalating safety concerns from our students and their families. And our Operations Manager fundamentally reworked the bulk of our expedition food, cooking, camping, and supplies procedures. On July 1, we launched the first expedition of this truncated season—11 students paddling the Missouri River. Although we had to cancel five expeditions because of participant and instructor virus exposure, we managed to successfully complete 7 out of our 12 planned 2020 summer expeditions. We learned a great deal about ourselves during this experience. We are flexible. We are capable of adjusting, rethinking, and rewriting at a remarkable rate. And although a young organization, we truly understand the importance of working as a team across all organizational components. Page 182 of 196 But it was a tough season. Each expedition was fully enrolled, but the condensed season meant many interested students didn’t have a spot. Lack of clarity and a constantly shifting economic reality for some families led to greater financial need. And in order to safely serve students, we asked them to track 14-days of symptom screening and temperatures and share that with us before they were allowed to launch. Most kids and their families completed the requirements, but it was heartbreaking when we had to turn away our first student who hadn’t completed the screening correctly. Moving forward, we feel very positively about the short- and long-term adjustments we have made, the policies we have enacted, and the expectations we have for everyone from administration to field wranglers. We have purchased more single-person tents, more cooking gear so cook groups can be smaller, and more canoes and water gear to support the increased interest in water-based courses. We have adapted (and will continue to adapt) our field staff training to increase and broaden our mental health curricula and to accommodate extensive new Covid-19 specific protocols and other safety procedures. And we have greatly expanded our communication with prospective and enrolled students and their families to have whatever conversations are needed for their peace of mind…and ours. We are unsure how this pandemic will impact our program in 2021 and beyond, but we continue to plan for another significant increase in enrollment and are building our program accordingly. If anything, this past season confirmed that youth want and need to be outside, that “escaping” to the backcountry remains indispensable, that life lessons learned on the trail or discussed at 8,000 feet around a campfire are the best kind of remote learning. We made it through the 2020 summer season remarkably well; our students and parents were overwhelmingly positive about not only the expeditions, but our deep commitment to their safety and mental health. And we are eager to continue offering an impactful and transformative opportunity for as many students as we are able to serve, especially in our own community of Bozeman. Page 183 of 196 Closure Although we feel successful on many levels, our organization has taken a large financial hit from Covid-19 in terms of lost tuition revenue, the need to seek financial support from Federal and State grants to keep our staff employed, more work and pay on the back-end to admin staff and professional fees to navigate all the new protocols to run our program, and, lastly, the continued fixed costs associated we still need to pay to continue the sustainability of our organization. We believe MWS is an important program more than ever to offer for our Bozeman community, with so many youth facing challenges financially at home, the increase in social isolation, as well as the increase in numbers of youth facing mental health challenges like anxiety, depression, suicide ideation, or worse. Thank you for the consideration in local financial Covid-19 grant assistance as we move forward with continued growth and a larger impact for local Bozeman youth this coming year. Sincerely, Gar Duke Co-Founder and Executive Director gar@montanawildernessschool.org Ph: (406) 600-6442 Page 184 of 196 2020 Parent Comments: “AMAZING PROGRAM, from the intake process, questions about prep, the way you handled COVID, the launch, and the actual program itself, 100% success at every level!!!! Warren and Willow are your biggest fans, and so am I.” “We are just super thankful for MWS and like I said already not all kids get to have this in their life and we are so grateful that you are doing this. It helps the kids grow in so many different ways and connects them with other people and places in our great outdoors!” “MWS did a great job of providing experiences for young adults in a very difficult time - none of the options for summer activities that we've had in previous years simply were available this year. MWS went the extra yards required to make the expedition happen and keep the kids safe. This is an important opportunity for kids to expand their horizons and it is important that we make these activities available to kids who might not be able to participate otherwise.” **Please see our 2020 MWS Video here - LINK Page 185 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Verge Theater (legal name Equinox Theatre Company)  Amount Requested: $ 9,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 9,000  General Category:  Cultural  Detailed Description Submitted:  Verge In The Time of Coronavirus Bozeman's longest‐standing  nonprofit theater has been hit hard during the pandemic. We celebrated our 25th anniversary on Feb.  27th, then closed our doors due to Covid on March 12, 2020, just 2 hours before Broadway shuttered.  We have been fighting to keep the Verge flame flickering ever since.Fortunately, we made some  brave decisions early on in the pandemic which have helped us stay afloat. Knowing it would be at  least a year before we were making theater again, we let go of our lease on our home of 22 years and  all the related costs associated with the space. We dropped from two full‐time and one part‐time  employee to two part‐time employees. And we wrote grants like the devil himself. At this time, we  are holding virtual classes while we monitor the coronavirus and search for a new home. We are  relying on CARES Act funding (and, frankly, employees' unemployment assistance) to see us through  this tough time. We went from a nonprofit with a $279,000 budget in 2019‐2020 to one which takes  in less than $500 a month on average for class enrollment.    But we are creatives! Creatives figure stuff out. To that end, we have been studying the emerging  technologies that help theater companies produce exciting virtual events, and are ready to try our  hand at it!    Moving On ‐ With your help, Verge Theater will present three opportunities for the greater Bozeman  community to laugh together, giving us a much‐needed mental and emotional break and contributing  to overall well‐being.    We propose that Verge Theater produce three comedic plays or events between now and September  1, 2021. These events will be:‐free and open to the public‐like all Verge events, inclusive of age, race,  ethnicity, religion, ability, gender, identification, expression and socioeconomic level‐created by local  talent for local audiences‐produced to lift the spirits of our neighborsNote: These events will be  produced remotely unless and until it is safe to gather in person (and likely outdoors in that instance).  But fear not! Far from having a Zoom‐heavy feel, our virtual shows are fantastic. Check out our virtual  Teen Theater production on Dec. 5, 2020 that just blew everyone away!     https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yRhOYgUsRTY&t=12s    The City of Bozeman can be the primary sponsor of the shows if desired.    BudgetThe costs associated with these shows is roughly $2,000 each (rights, marketing, technical  support, props, etc.). We would also request $3,000 in staff support, as Verge currently is taking in far  less income from our classes than needed to keep our staff employed. Total: $9,000    How This Helps Bozeman's Mental Health ‐ Theater has existed throughout all of humanity for a  reason: The stories we tell each other carry deep meaning and offer solace. Attending a performance  of your favorite play can promote a connection with and understanding of humanity in a bigger sense.  In fact, inclusion of human conflict in many plays helps people relate to each other while providing  subtle guidance in our own personal relationships. Watching a play also allows the audience to access  Page 186 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  emotions they often don't. Whether you see a tragedy or a musical, there's likely an element of the  storyline that extends beyond your personal life experiences. This notion was further proven when  the University of Arkansas Department of Education conducted a study on the effects of live  performances for students. Emotional benefits that surfaced included an increased ability to  comprehend and empathize with other people's feelings and reactions. Those results weren't as  apparent with the control group that read the play or watched a movie adaptation.    The Mayo Clinic champions laughter as great for relieving stress and stimulating organs: In the short  term, giggling causes a boost in endorphins, the brain's feel‐good chemicals. Additionally, it spikes  your blood pressure, then releases it, which can leave you feeling relaxed. When you're having a  chuckle, extra oxygen is being delivered to your muscles, lungs and heart as well. Over time, laughing  can actually strengthen your immune system, they note.    How This Helps Verge Theater ‐ Your funding of this work allows us to assemble three teams of  creative neighbors to connect, grow, laugh and play together. It also helps underwrite two jobs. That's  huge for us!  Thanks for your consideration!     Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Hilary Parker 4065513123 hilary@vergetheater.com  Entity Address:  None None None MT 11111  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: AMB West Philanthropies None None   $9000 None  None  Date Submitted:  12/8/2020 4:39:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 187 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Heart and Hand Center, INC  Amount Requested: $ 6,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 6,000  General Category:    Detailed Description Submitted:  Please see attached document   Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Sally Hand 4065874036 sally@heartandhandcenter.com  Entity Address:  111 S. Grand Suite 275 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: NA NA NA   NA NA  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 8:50:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 188 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Greater Gallatin United Way Imagination Library  Amount Requested: $ 5,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 5,000  General Category:  Education  Detailed Description Submitted:  Sadly, since the Covid‐19 pandemic began there has been a dramatic  increase in reports of child neglect and child abuse in Bozeman. The Greater Gallatin United Way  (GGUW) has a proven Early Childhood Education Program that offers a wide range of services to  young children and their parents including the Dolly Parton Imagination Library which provides free  books to children from birth to age five.     While most people are aware of the many lifelong benefits of early childhood reading, studies have  confirmed that early reading also improves emotional development and increases coping skills during  times of stress, or amidst tragedies such as the Covid‐19 pandemic.   GGUW’s Imagination Library  currently reaches just over 1,360 of the 7,816 eligible children in Gallatin County. Of those 1,360  children, 853 live in Bozeman.     The GGUW is requesting $5,000 in funding through the Bozeman Non‐Profit COVID Relief Grant to  help cover the cost of currently enrolled children living in Bozeman, as well as expand the Bozeman  program to increase the impact for children, parents and our community.   The Covid‐19 pandemic  had the following operational and financial impacts on the Imagination Library: the fundraising  campaign was interrupted, and supporting businesses closed their doors. This led to less children  benefiting from the program as abuse and neglect rates went up in Bozeman due to Covid‐19.  In  addition to these difficulties, the Imagination Library was unable to host in‐person events and  informative presentations to spread awareness about the program to organizations, donors, and  families. Despite these operational difficulties, the program is needed now more than ever by  children in Bozeman as it provides a safe, screen‐free, education opportunity for children and  caregivers.  Through the Imagination Library, every enrolled child is mailed a free, high‐quality,  specially‐selected book each month, and caregivers receive tailored reading tips and discussion  questions related to each book for maximum engagement. In addition to mailing every child a free  book, caregivers also receive targeted information about a wide range of important family topics and  free family services available at the local, state and federal level.      This grant award would meet Bozeman immediate needs by providing children with important  emotional and mental health benefits.       Another immediate impact of this program will be to address increased child neglect due to Covid‐19  by providing caregivers with targeted information. Some of the lasting impacts for the Bozeman  community include: improved early literacy outcomes, better academic performance, stronger family  dynamics, and long‐term emotional wellbeing.     Many of these families are also experiencing severe  financial constraints so buying a book is seen as an unessential luxury when any household income is  needed to pay for rent, food and clothing. Yet, studies prove that reading is essential to brain  development, as well as healthy physical and emotional development. Establishing these critical  connections and communication pathways helps families bond and develop critical coping skills. The  GGUW free book program is a proven approach to providing numerous educational, emotional, family  and social benefits! Adding a component for parents/caregivers insures the most benefits for each  child, each family and each community!    Page 189 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Personnel (Program Coordinator): $750.   Operational (Grant administration, public outreach) $500.  Capital (Books, educational materials, mailing): $3,750 (covering cost of 1,785 books).   TOTAL: $5,000.     The area of grant impact is mental and behavioral health assistance, as this program helps prevent  the neglect of children and increases their coping skills. The project also assists in the grant impact  areas of youth education and early literacy.  NOTE: All Covid‐19 funding will be limited to residents  within the city of Bozeman.        Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Ingrid Lindquist 4062066436 ingrid@greatergallatinunitedway.org  Entity Address:  945 Technology Blvd  101f   Bozeman MT 59718  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Bozeman Elks Lodge  463 Bozeman Noon Rotary  Kiwanis Club of Bozeman   2,000 1,500 1,000  Date Submitted:  12/31/2020 12:07:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 190 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Whitetail Ranch Center  Amount Requested: $ 5000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 0  General Category:  Recreation  Detailed Description Submitted:  COVID‐19’s impact on Whitetail Ranch Center is intense. Not only is  there an increased demand for our services, but we were in the midst of signing a land contract for  210 acres in Clancy, MT to start our program supporting Veterans with PTSD. According to the Bob  Woodruff Foundation, “the COVID‐19 pandemic creates a “perfect storm” that threatens the mental  health of many veterans, particularly those with pre‐existing mental health conditions.” Our program  is needed now more than ever. Thankfully in 2019, we raised over $200,000 for a downpayment on  the property, but in the aftermath of COVID‐19 our donors are timid, and unfortunately we had to  pull out of the land contract.To help fund our land purchase, we planned many fundraisers including a  Pint Night Tour throughout the state (all 4 breweries cancelled due to safety regulations), Give Big  Gallatin Valley (2019 raised over $2,000, this year we didn’t make $500), and our annual fundraiser,  the WRC Round Up (2019 raised over $9,000‐2020 this event is postponed until future notice).In  rerouting our plans to support veterans in Gallantin county and beyond in these times, we have had  to make staffing changes and are continuing that process as we begin our search for an executive  director who can lead WRC in these unprecedented days. Meeting our needs immediately funds that  we receive will keep WRC doors open as we have seen a major drop in donations.      Attachment:  False  Contact Info:  Jamie Heinrich 8143976464 INFO@WHITETAILRANCHCENTER.ORG  Entity Address:  123 Main Street  2 Three Forks MT 59752  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: State of Montana COVID Relief Grant N/A N/A    9612 0 0  Date Submitted:  12/11/2020 9:55:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 191 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: Montana Outdoor Science School (MOSS)  Amount Requested: $ 3,000  Funding Recommendation:  $ 3,000  General Category:  Education  Detailed Description Submitted:  The COVID‐19 pandemic has challenged MOSS financially and  programmatically this year, causing us to review our strategic priorities and, honestly, throw some of  them out the window ‐ instead focusing on how we could be community centric and simply offer  whatever we could to fill a need in Bozeman. As our programming is founded on in‐person, hands‐on  learning in the outdoors, we were forced to cancel all programs in March‐May, however, we were up  and running for the second‐half of summer and offered a new outdoor fall program on our campus  (complete with COVID safety protocols and new curriculum) to compliment BSD7's various school  schedules to help out Bozeman families. This program had a sliding scale allowing many families to  participate for free.     The MOSS Board of Directors made an intentional decision to utilize reserve funding to continue  offering programs despite having less program revenue and no annual fundraising event this year. In  our mission to be community‐centric this was the right decision. One of the additional offerings we've  created is "take‐home science kits" that guide kids through science activities, nature journal prompts,  and outdoor investigations. An unintended perk to these kits is that they provide an excellent  educational add‐on for kids that have to unexpectedly quarantine due to possible virus exposure.  Teachers keep them in their classroom to send home with students when needed.    Our current funding request is for $3000 to provide these science kits to students. $1500 will be used  for kits supplies, $1000 for curriculum writing (all kits are aligned to grade level standards), and $500  for assembly by our instructors. We've partnered with the Bozeman Public Library's Bookmobile  librarian, who has agreed to transport kits to schools and preschools in Bozeman that are on the  bookmobile route. These schools are often on the outskirts of town with staff that are teaching  multiple grade levels and students that don't always have access to the same opportunities because  of their location.     Community immediate need impact is two‐fold: 1) supporting teachers with kits will "lighten their  load," combatting burnout and supporting their lesson‐planning efforts in a unique way as we've  asked a lot of them this year2) kits will help balance out students' screen time with outdoor play ‐  which we know through research is beneficial to both the mental and physical well‐being of kids  We're currently running a similar program in Park County and have had great feedback from teachers  and families: "My daughter could not wait to get the kit home today and dig‐in. Though she's been  doing well with her remote learning and her teachers have made it fantastic, I think there's a certain  amount of hands‐on curiosity that your science kits facilitate and it was great to see that again."We  anticipate that the "take‐home science kits" will be here to stay ‐ a silver‐lining to the pivoting we've  done during the pandemic. In the future, when schools aren't able to participate in MOSS field trips  perhaps due to scheduling, we want to be able to send kits to them to teach with in their own times.  If we're doing a school program and a student is out sick, a teacher can send a kit home with them.  And maybe, if remote learning is here to stay, our kits could support science teachers by providing  experiment materials that kids could do in front of their own screens while their classroom teacher is  presenting an example.   Attachment:  True  Page 192 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Contact Info:  Jess Haas 4065820526 jhaas@outdoorscience.org  Entity Address:  4056 Bridger Canyon Road 4056 Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Bozeman Public Library ‐ ‐   0 0  Date Submitted:  12/11/2020 3:07:00 PM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 193 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  Applicant Name: American Computer & Robotics Museum  Amount Requested: $ 1,250  Funding Recommendation:  $ 1,250  General Category:  Cultural  Detailed Description Submitted:  The American Computer & Robotics Museum inspires visitors of all  ages to explore the past and imagine the future of the Information Age through thought‐provoking  exhibits, innovative storytelling, and the bold exchange of ideas.     Founded in 1990 by George and Barbara Keremedjiev, the museum remains one of only a handful of  similar institutions around the world, and reaches more than 12,000 people annually through  exhibits, special events, school field trips, and a quarterly newsletter. ACRM’s extensive artifact  collection is deeply relevant to the community, with MSU positioned as a tremendous incubator of  tech talent and the explosive growth of the photonics industry and other high‐tech firms here in the  valley. And in an era characterized by an accelerating pace of technological change and the increasing  integration of computers into our daily lives, our mission has never been more critical. In a typical  year, ACRM's in‐person field trips engage hundreds of elementary and middle school students from  across Montana in high‐‐quality educational experiences inside the museum.     The museum's exhibits and collections provide a launchpoint for field trips, with curriculums in four  main content areas: The Gutenberg Revolution, Cracking the Enigma Code, Native American Code‐ Talkers, and Quantum Computing.As part of their ongoing response to the Covid‐19 pandemic, many  schools and after‐school enrichment programs have eliminated in‐person field trips and pivoted to  online learning models ‐ which sadly removes vital hands‐on experiences from their student’s day.     Our museum is adjusting to this new normal by launching the Critical Concepts online field trip  program: during the spring semester and through the summer of 2021, we plan to engage a total of  400 students in grades 3 through 8 in 60‐minute interactive online field trips. Additionally, we will  provide participating teachers with extension toolkits for use during and after their online field trip in  order to deepen student understanding inside the classroom.Each Critical Concepts online field trip is  led by museum staff and interns, and follows the same general agenda:  Log in and assemble: 2 mins   Welcome, orientation, and expectations: 3 mins  Virtual museum walking tour: 8 mins  Curriculum overview: 25 mins  Breakout room activities: 15 mins  Feedback and exit ticket: 5 mins  Thank you and goodbye: 2 mins    Classroom teachers are looking for field trips that are interactive, standards‐based, and connect  student learning with real‐world events and applications. ACRM’s virtual field trip curriculums fit that  bill by offering cross‐disciplinary understanding while celebrating important milestones in human  intellectual history. These virtual field trips also provide our interns from the MSU Museum Studies,  Education, and Computer Science departments with a vital community outreach pathway, and ample  opportunities for skill‐building. Participating school groups pay $5 per student to participate in field  trips; a portion of donated funds will be earmarked to provide scholarships to those for whom this fee  poses a barrier to participation.This program is being developed with the following community needs  Page 194 of 196     COVID Non‐Profit Grant Applications  in mind: ‐A desire for enriching science and technology experiences for youth expressed by the  Bozeman School District, the Bozeman Schools Foundation, and parents of school age children ‐ Growing evidence of the power of informal learning environments (museums, libraries, parks) as  enhancements to traditional classroom experiences – specifically in the STEM fields‐A desire among  parents and educators for activities for kids in 3rd through 8th grade that are responsive to a variety  of learning styles and help translate sophisticated concepts in a way that is accessible and concrete‐A  demonstrated need for programs that cut across socioeconomic lines, providing high‐‐quality  enrichment for all students regardless of their ability to pay‐A demonstrated need for internship  opportunities for undergraduate and graduate students across several departments at MSUBy  creating a collaborative pathway between our museum, Montana classrooms, and our curriculum  development partners at MSU and in the Bozeman community at large, we are helping to create a  community‐‐wide ecosystem of science and technology learning opportunities that we predict will  improve educational and professional outcomes across a broad spectrum of participants.    Like many nonprofits, the museum is being profoundly impacted by the altered landscape of  community needs and priorities caused by the novel coronavirus ‐ and we're feeling the impacts in  every area, from admissions and gift shop sales to donations and foundation funding. Your  investment will be crucial in ensuring that we can continue to serve as a source of information,  education, and inspiration for children and families of the Gallatin Valley ‐ and beyond! ‐ through this  challenging time.     Attachment:  True  Contact Info:  Eleanor Barker 4065821288 eleanor.barker@acrmuseum.org  Entity Address:  2023 Stadium Drive 1‐A Bozeman MT 59715  Other Entities Funding has been Requested From: Dennis and Phyllis Washington Foundation MSU  Science Math Resource Center WalMart   5000.00 1500.00 500  Date Submitted:  12/22/2020 11:25:00 AM  Financial Information Submitted?  True  Page 195 of 196 American Computer & Robotics Museum Critical Concepts Field Trips Program Budget - Jan thru Sept 2021 Income 2021 Budget CCFT Program Budget Notes Admission and Membership 36,500.00$ -$ Gift Shop Sales 12,000.00$ -$ Program Fees 2,400.00$ 2,000.00$ 400 kids @$5 each: 240 paid, 160 subsidized Other Income -$ 150.00$ Materials donation Donations 78,000.00$ -$ Grants 45,000.00$ 9,000.00$ Corporate Sponsorships 66,000.00$ 1,500.00$ Interest 1,500.00$ -$ Total 241,400.00$ 12,650.00$ Expense Advertising 5,000.00$ 250.00$ Shipping/delivery/maill to schools Alarm Services 1,200.00$ -$ Merchant Account Fees 1,175.00$ 18.00$ Entertainment/Catering 5,250.00$ -$ Stibitz|Wilson Awards 12,500.00$ -$ Insurance 850.00$ -$ Inventory (Gift Store)5,200.00$ -$ Legal & Accounting Fees 750.00$ -$ Memberships 2,100.00$ -$ Rent 70,800.00$ -$ Office Supplies 1,850.00$ 245.00$ Consumable materials Printing & Postage 750.00$ 1,950.00$ Classroom materials, worksheets, curricula Federal/State Payroll Taxes 32,000.00$ 935.00$ see wages, below Telephone 1,800.00$ -$ Travel -$ -$ Computers/Hardware/ Software 3,500.00$ -$ Utilities 5,000.00$ -$ Wages 85,000.00$ 7,500.00$ ED and Education Staff Displays/Exhibits 5,000.00$ 550.00$ Equipment & non-consumables Moving Expenses -$ -$ Website Services 1,200.00$ -$ Professional Development -$ -$ Facilities Expenses -$ 225.00$ Whiteboard, Signage Scholarships -$ 800.00$ Field Trip Fee Subsidy Misc./Gift Certificates -$ -$ Total 240,925.00$ 12,473.00$ Net Income 475.00$ 177.00$ Primary Programs: Doors Open, Exhibits, Field Trips, Stibitz | Wilson Awards, Outreach, Collections/Research Page 196 of 196