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

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We fund efforts that empower families to lead the way in improving health.

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We partner with organizations that build leadership and a sense of belonging with families, elevate their voices to policymakers, and create the conditions for meaningful change to happen.

We believe in building trusting relationships
with our grantee partners.

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The latest from Headwaters Foundation

Dear friends, As the leaves change across Western Montana, I’ve been reflecting on the seasons of my first nine months at Headwaters Foundation. I started in winter, which was a season of listening—to the history of this organization, the wisdom of our team and partners, and the realities Montana families are navigating. Spring and summer brought travel, conversation, and connection. These months have been shaped…

What We Heard: How Funders Can Support Equity Work

Alice Boyer is Taking the Long View with Forward Montana

A Conversation with Marilyn Gomez About Dia de los Muertos

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Report Sheds Light on Public Assistance in Montana

Public assistance programs help Montanans meet basic needs like food, healthcare and shelter. This report sheds light on who receives assistance and why, challenging misconceptions about these vital lifelines.

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Confluence Center: A Space for Collaboration

Our free, nonprofit event space in downtown Missoula is where community groups, nonprofits, and changemakers gather to connect, collaborate, and spark ideas that move Western Montana forward.