Montana Department of Natural Resources & Conservation
Cost-share grants for Montana homeowners in wildfire-prone areas to reduce wildfire risk through defensible space creation, vegetation management, and installation of fire-resistant building materials. Whitefish area qualifies due to wildland-urban interface.
50/50 cost-share up to $5,000 state contribution for wildfire mitigation work
Official source site checked live on 2026-06-17.
Data last verified 2026-06-09. How we verify our data.
A grant-savvy contractor in Whitefish, MT can handle the paperwork, inspections, and timelines so your funding releases on schedule. Getting matched is free.
You will likely need a contractor to apply
Projects like this almost always need a licensed contractor, and many grants ask for a written estimate as part of your application. Lining up a contractor in Whitefish early keeps your application moving.
Get matched with a contractorEach program sets its own contractor rules. Check the official program page for exact requirements.
Documents you will likely need
Requirements vary by program and locality. Confirm the exact rules on the official program page. We can help you prepare your paperwork, but you submit it yourself.
Deadline: Annual application cycles, typically spring
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