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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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  • Fundraisers and events help us raise awareness and generate crucial resources to serve our community. Join us at our next event and see how you can get involved.
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Latest News

August 29, 2024
byUniversity Communications

The University of Montana Western Athletics Department and the UMW Foundation & Alumni Office will host the 2024 Athletics Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony on Saturday, September 14, at 5:30 p.m. in the Lewis and Clark Room of Mathews Hall.

August 21, 2024
byUniversity Communications

The University of Montana Western Foundation and UMW Athletics Department are excited to announce the 32nd Annual Bulldog Bash dinner and auction, to be held on Saturday, October 12, 2024, at 5:00 p.m. in the Keltz Arena on the UMW campus.

August 9, 2024
byUniversity Communications

The University of Montana Western is excited to hold New Student Orientation from Thursday, August 15, to Sunday, August 18.

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.