Montana Matriarch, in partnership with the Park County Community Foundation, is excited to announce the launch of a women’s giving circle based in Livingston, Montana.

A giving circle is formed when individuals come together to learn about the community, pool their dollars into a shared fund, and together decide where to give their money and resources. Women- driven giving circles are rapidly increasing in popularity, and studies show that giving circles have granted $1.29 billion since their inception.

Montana Matriarch was founded by area residents, Rachel Anderson and Shannon Stober, with a mission of manifesting women’s civic engagement by magnifying local needs and motivating though unity. Based upon conversations and feedback from community members, they determined that a women’s giving circle was the best way to bring women of all walks of life together and meet these objectives.

Montana Matriarch members will make financial contributions to a shared fund which will be used to support a community grant program beginning in 2019, with an initial goal of raising $10,000. All members will have an opportunity to participate in the grant making process and determine how their collective resources and energy will be used to strengthen Park Country communities. In addition to financial contributions, members will gather monthly to learn about other ways they can be involved in the community and build relationships with women who share their values.

Montana Matriarch has already established several exciting partnerships with local businesses, including Uncorked Wine Bar, Kay Potter Fine Art, Pura Vida Salon, and the Tap into Montana Brewfest. Business owners interested in donating to the Montana Matriarch fund are encouraged to reach out to explore the various opportunities that are available.

All those who identify as women are invited to attend the kick-off event on Tuesday, October 16 at 6:00pm at Uncorked Wine Bar. Attendees will have the opportunity to become a member at the event or anytime in the future. By joining Montana Matriarch, you will be a part of a network of women who are committed to improving the community through philanthropy.