How to Apply for Blackfoot Community Support 

Welcome

Blackfoot Communications supports communities across western Montana and eastern Idaho by investing in projects that strengthen the places we serve. Guided by our mission of local people with local values delivering secure connectivity and advanced communications services, this Submittable portal is where you can submit your request and tell us how your project will make a positive impact. 

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New to Submittable? Create an account to complete your application, check your status, view messages and manage future requests. Watch the applicant video or visit the Submittable Help Center for assistance.

Quick Eligibility Check

 Your request may be considered if all of the following apply:

• The applicant is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, civic organization, school, school-based group, or community group.
• The request serves people within Blackfoot's service areas in western Montana or eastern Idaho.
• The request supports a community-based initiative and aligns with one or more of the focus areas below.   

Community Support Focus Areas

• Arts and culture
• Health, wellness, and families
• Education
• Veterans and military
• Community service activities
• Fundraisers benefiting the broader community 

Funding Guidance

Most approved requests range from $250 to $1,500. Requests up to $5,000 may be considered for projects with exceptional community benefit. Applicants are encouraged to request only what is needed so funding can reach more organizations across our service areas.

How Requests Are Considered

Blackfoot reviews requests based on alignment with our values, service areas, community impact, visibility, transparency, and available funding. 

Requests Not Typically Supported

• Religious or political purposes
• Sports Uniforms
• Requests from umbrella organizations that redistribute funds
• Requests for individuals rather than community-based initiatives

Event Sponsorship Terms

Approved event sponsorships may include confidentiality, first right of refusal, and promotional rights terms. Blackfoot may also request event photos or videos for promotional use.

4-H Club Community Project Grant Program

Blackfoot supports 4-H Clubs in its rural cooperative service areas through grants for community projects focused on healthy living, citizenship, leadership, or community service.

Before You Submit

• Complete every required question marked with an asterisk (*).
• Describe the community need, who will benefit, and how the support will be used.
• List confirmed sponsors and their contribution levels.
• Review contact information carefully. Application updates will be sent to the email address provided.

What Happens Next

Blackfoot will review your application and respond by email. Watch for messages from @email.submittable.com, and check your Junk or Spam folder if you do not receive a confirmation or update.

Application Troubleshooting

For the best experience, use Google Chrome on a Mac or Windows computer. If your application will not submit:

• Confirm all required fields are complete.
• Save your application, sign out, and close your browser.
• Reopen your browser, log back in, and reopen the application.
• Select Submit and watch for a confirmation email.

Still Need Help?

• For technical support with the application portal, contact Submittable or call 855-467-8264, ext. 4. 
• For questions about Blackfoot Community Support, email communitysupport@blackfoot.com or call 406-541-5443.

Thank You

Thank you for thinking of Blackfoot for your community support request. While funding is not guaranteed, the strongest applications clearly show community need, local impact, and alignment with Blackfoot’s support priorities.