We work side-by-side with Western Montanans to improve the health of our communities.

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We power community-led solutions for health and wellbeing for all.

We partner with organizations that work to reduce barriers to health alongside Montanans who face them most, to help ensure that everyone, regardless of their age, race or income level, has the opportunity to thrive.

We believe in building trusting relationships
with our grantee partners.

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The latest from Headwaters Foundation

VIDEO: NMCDC and Neighborworks Open Doors to Home Ownership for Missoulians

At Headwaters Foundation, we believe that stable housing is part of the foundation for healthy lives and communities. With affordable housing becoming increasingly scarce in Montana, innovative solutions are more important than ever. We are excited to share a new documentary short that highlights an inspiring cooperative housing model designed to prevent displacement and create home ownership opportunities for Missoula residents. This initiative, driven by…

Food Sovereignty: Empowering Native Communities to Take Control of Their Food Systems

State of Mind Takes on Mental Health Stigma in Montana

Nurturing Trust: Practical Tips for Strong Grantee Relationships

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Inaugural Impact Report

In The Ripple Effect, we share the power of what’s possible when you connect passionate people with the resources they need to drive change.

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Introducing Our Bold Path Forward

With our new strategic framework, Family Voices, System Solutions, we double down on empowering families to participate in crafting solutions to Western Montana’s most pressing health challenges.