The Montana Stockgrowers Foundation, according to an Aug. 27 news release, is now accepting donations for its Wildfire Relief Fund, which benefits Montana livestock producers affected by recent fires.
Donations to MSF are focused on the Remington Fire in southeastern Montana, which at the time of the release, the fire had grown to more than 196,000 acres.
In addition to financial support, which is the most immediate need, the Wildfire Relief Fund page also offers a form that can be filled out for in-kind donations like hay, feed, pasture, fencing supplies, etc. In-kind donation submissions will be forwarded to local coordinators to facilitate deliveries.
Montana Stockgrowers staff members recently attended a meeting in Forsyth to learn more about needs and they will be working closely with a local coordinator to distribute funds and supplies.
“The Remington Fire has had devastating effects on ranchers in the region that will be felt for many years,” MSF Chair Ty McDonald said. “The Montana Stockgrowers Foundation is here to support our friends and fellow ranchers in southeastern Montana as they rebuild and recover after this natural disaster.”
Local emergency coordinators need livestock producers who have experienced loss to submit reports. Ranchers in Rosebud County can compile a list of losses and send them to [email protected]. Producers in Big Horn and Powder River counties will have contacts established shortly. Check back at the MSF website for those contact updates.
The Montana Stockgrowers Foundation ensures the future of Montana’s cattle industry through education, leadership, and conservation. Those wishing to donate to the fund can visit www.mtbeeffoundation.org or can contact Heidi Kool at the MSF office at 406-442-3420 to make a donation over the phone or ask questions.
Wyoming
The Wyoming Stock Growers Endowment Trust recently announced the establishment of a Wildlife Relief Fund to assist Wyoming livestock producers who have been impacted by major fires in 2024.
The Trust is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit entity established by Wyoming Stock Growers in 1977 to ensure the future of Wyoming’s cattle industry through support for eligible programs that include keeping the next generation of ranchers on the land. In addition to funding provided by the Trust, the Trust is seeking donations from businesses and individuals interested in assisting producers impacted by the fires. All donations are tax deductible. WSGA Endowment Trust will begin accepting cash assistance on Sept. 15.
For more information about WSGET visit wysga.org/.
