In place of a Friend’s group Grant-Kohrs Ranch NHS has a Foundation. You may wonder what the difference is. A Friend’s group may provide occasional fundraising support, however they often have other strengths like cultivating volunteers and keeping dues paying members engaged and productive. The primary focus of a Foundation is fundraising. Our most critical need is linked to funding which is why Grant-Kohrs Ranch NHS encouraged formation of a Foundation organization, instead of a Friend’s group.
 

GRANT-KOHRS RANCH FOUNDATION

‘…to preserve the historic cultural landscape and objects of the Grant-Kohrs Ranch National Historic Site and enhance its public appreciation by providing financial and volunteer support’

The Grant-Kohrs Ranch Foundation was recently formed to encourage those who appreciate “the Nation’s Ranch," to help the National Park Service maintain high quality public services and ranch care. Currently, the Foundation is building an Endowment Fund, with future proceeds granted back to the park to achieve excellence in public programs and innovation in resource management. The nine member Board meets 3-4 times annually at the ranch, and is comprised of local, state and national leaders. For information on upcoming fund-raising events and activities, contact Kirk Sandquist, Director of the Board, P.O. Box 22, Deer Lodge, MT 59722.