Last month, we shared how resort tax dollars are helping Gardiner thrive—funding community projects, events, services, and improvements that make our town a better place to live and visit.
This month, we’re focusing on how your organization can apply for Resort Tax funding — and what to expect in the process.
🏛️ Who Can Apply?
Applicants must be legal entities formed under Montana law, located within the Gardiner Resort Area District boundary.
Eligible applicants include:
- Government units
- Nonprofit corporations
- Associations capable of entering into a GRAD Appropriation Agreement
If that sounds like your organization, you’re welcome to apply!
🗓️ When to Apply
Applications for 2026 Resort Tax funds are open now through October 31, 2025.
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Get started early so you have plenty of time to prepare your materials!
đź“ť How to Apply
Find detailed instructions, requirements, and forms here:
👉 Resort Tax Funding Application Guide (PDF)​
đź‘Ą What Happens Next
After the deadline, the GRAD Board will review all submissions.
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At least one representative from each applicant organization should attend the November 11 GRAD meeting (7:00 p.m., upstairs at the Gardiner Chamber of Commerce) to give a short presentation about:
- Your organization,
- Your funding request, and
- How it will benefit the Gardiner community.
This meeting is open to the public—everyone is welcome!
📢 When Decisions Are Announced
The Board will finalize decisions after the November meeting and announce awards at the December 9 GRAD meeting (7:00 p.m., Gardiner Chamber).
Because funding requests often exceed available funds, awards may be fully funded, partially funded, or not funded, depending on merit and community benefit.
Applicants are encouraged to attend this meeting as well!
🌄 Stay Connected
Visit www.gardinerresorttax.com for more information or contact any GRAD Board Member with questions.
Thank you for helping make Gardiner a vibrant, thriving community — we look forward to seeing you at a future GRAD meeting!
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