Economic Development
Apr 1, 2026

Montana awards $100K for tribal tourism projects

Two tribal governments will split state grants to repair campgrounds and upgrade a key event site, projects aimed at strengthening tourism and local economies


April 1, 2026

The Montana Department of Commerce announced that two tribal governments will share $100,000 in grant funding through its Tribal Tourism Grant Program, according to reporting by the Daily Montanan. The program supports the development, expansion and improvement of tribal tourism assets and local economies.

According to the report, the Blackfeet Nation will receive $50,000 for repairs and upgrades to tribally owned campgrounds in multiple locations. The Fort Belknap Indian Community will receive $50,000 for repairs, mobility improvements and upgrades to the Milk River Indian Days arbor site in Fort Belknap Agency.

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