Campaign

First Lady Susan Gianforte is the wife of Montana’s 25th governor, Greg Gianforte. 

Married since 1988, Governor and First Lady Gianforte are the proud parents of four children whom they raised in Bozeman hunting, fishing, rafting, climbing, skiing and backpacking on Montana’s public lands. They are also the loving grandparents. 

First Lady Gianforte’s initiatives are focused on expanding STEM education and early childhood literacy resources. 

Every year, top local employees get involved in workplace giving campaigns to support Greater Gallatin United Way's efforts to build a safety net for working families. Together, as a community, we provide access to basic needs, help our youngest citizens get a jump start on their love of learning, and ensure youth have the tools and resources they need to succeed – building a brighter future for all.  
  

(Denver, CO)-- On Tuesday, May 5th, The Morgridge Family Foundation (MFF) announced an additional $1 million investment in COVID-19 emergency relief funding.  Over $80,000 was awarded through Greater Gallatin United Way (GGUW) and the SW MT COVID-19 Response Fund to 19 small agencies whose budgets are under $500,000.

In response to the crisis, two local organizations launch community response fund to address the pressing needs of individuals and the organizations serving them

March 23, 2020 - A new fund, the Southwest Montana COVID-19 Response Fund, has been created to rapidly mobilize resources to meet increased needs in our local communities resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. 

The creation of the fund is a joint effort between the Greater Gallatin United Way (GGUW) and Bozeman Area Community Foundation (BACF) to streamline supp

Community volunteers and board members are reviewing grant applications and attending presentations, while CPAs evaluate the financials of each applicant.  Through a stringent process, these volunteers along with Greater Gallatin United Way Board of Directors decide how to invest the dollars raised through the annual campaign.

Several hundred supporters gathered for the annual luncheon.  Governor Steve Bullock was the keynote speaker. He focused on early-childhood education.

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