In 2026, the Fay Rural Community Foundation launched its Trade School Scholarship Program to help rural students pursue careers in skilled trades and technical fields. By reducing financial barriers to education and training, the program creates opportunities for students while helping address the growing need for skilled professionals in rural communities.This year, six Montana students … Continue reading Investing in the Future: FRCF’s 2026 Trade School Scholarship Recipients
Wells Fargo invests $30,000 in rural trade students
We're thrilled to share some good news with our Fay Rural Community Foundation family. Wells Fargo has awarded FRCF a $30,000 grant to fund trade school scholarships for students from rural communities.This gift goes straight to work helping young people build careers in the skilled trades our communities depend on. Electricians, welders, diesel technicians, line … Continue reading Wells Fargo invests $30,000 in rural trade students
Honoring Our Heroes: FRCF Supports April 12th Gala for Wildland Firefighter Foundation
On April 12th, 2025, community members, leaders, and supporters gathered in Kalispell, Montana, for a powerful and heartfelt evening to benefit the Wildland Firefighter Foundation (WFF), a national leader in providing immediate financial and crisis assistance to the families of fallen and injured wildland firefighters. The Fay Rural Community Foundation (FRCF) was proud to serve … Continue reading Honoring Our Heroes: FRCF Supports April 12th Gala for Wildland Firefighter Foundation