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The University of Montana Western Foundation exists to inspire generosity and connect donors with their passions in order to promote access and excellence in higher education at the University of Montana Western.

  • Avg. scholarship awarded FY23

    $1,000

  • Foundation support to UMW in FY23

    $1,372,539

  • Dollars raised in FY23

    $1,870,674

  • Total scholarship support in FY23

    $470,873

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Latest News

July 23, 2024
byJolene Robbins

Montana Western Athletics, in collaboration with the UMW Foundation and Alumni Office, is excited to announce the date for the 2024 Bulldog Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony. This year's event is also part of Montana Western Alumni Weekend.

May 20, 2024
byUniversity Communications

Dr. Shay Kidd, an Associate Professor at the University of Montana Western, has been recognized with a teaching award from the Department of Mathematical Sciences at Montana State University. This award acknowledges Dr. Kidd's exceptional contributions and dedication to mathematics education.

May 15, 2024
byUniversity Communications

Campus Compact, a national coalition of colleges and universities working to advance the public purposes of higher education, has named the student civic leaders from 38 states, Washington, D.C., and Mexico who will make up the 2024-2025 cohort of Newman Civic Fellows. Gracie Stanton, a student at the University of Montana Western, was named as a member of the cohort.

Contact the UMW Foundation at (406) 683-7305 or (406) 683-7306 or by email at foundation@umwestern.edu.

The University of Montana Western is always looking for nominations for the following recognition events in order to acknowledge our outstanding alumni and friends. If you know an outstanding individual who meets the criteria of the following categories, please share your nomination with us today. Jane Helm Maddock Service Award, Education Hall of Fame, Distinguished Alumni Service Award and Athletic Hall of Fame. See criteria and nominate here.