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Engagement

Solutions and stories covering how locals voice their opinions, exchange information, and contribute to the community’s future.

Solution Exhibits Make Local Heritage More Accessible to Cortez Residents
Local Champion:
Montezuma County Historical Society
Date funded:
April 29, 2025
Grant Amount:
$1,950
Solution A Community App Connects Cortez Residents
Local Champion:
Montezuma Leadership Network
Date funded:
April 25, 2025
Grant Amount:
$9,350
Solution Sober Concert Series Creates New Entertainment Option for Lander’s Recovery Community
Local Champion:
Lander local
Date funded:
April 16, 2025
Grant Amount:
$10,000
Story
Research Project Creates a State-Wide Map of Local News for Montana

By Ilana Newman, The Daily Yonder

Solution D&D Supplies Grow Access to a Free Monte Vista Game Night
Local Champion:
A Monte Vista local
Date funded:
March 31, 2025
Grant Amount:
$2,186
Story
Monte Vista Community Art Classes Provide a Creative Space for All

With LOR's support, one Monte Vista local is on a mission to transform a former church into a hub for art and community.

Solution A Digital Sign Improves Cortez Family Engagement
Local Champion:
Montezuma-Cortez School District RE-1
Date funded:
March 27, 2025
Grant Amount:
$29,000
Story
A Community Coloring Book Celebrates Cortez’s Heritage

Despite a storied past, many residents lack a connection to Cortez's history and heritage. A community effort—and creative solution—has reconnected locals.

Solution New Ceremony Gives Lander Homeschool Graduates Their Moment to Shine
Local Champion:
Project Carpe Diem
Date funded:
March 24, 2025
Grant Amount:
$2,995
Solution New Lander Radio Club Creates Community Resource for Emergency Preparedness
Local Champion:
Lander local
Date funded:
March 19, 2025
Grant Amount:
$21,635

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