The Foundation exists to provide financial assistance to Montana Tech of the University of Montana. The Foundation is dedicated to operate exclusively for the purpose of encouraging, promoting and supporting the educational programs and scholarly pursuits of Montana Tech.
Public education is funded through a public - private partnership.
To augment the tax assistance support it receives from the State of Montana, Montana Tech depends on gifts from private sources. During the past few years, the effect of private support has intensified and become more prominent. Governed by a Board of Directors who are comprised primarily of leaders in business and industry, the Montana Tech Foundation solicits and administers gifts and grants to enhance and enrich the teaching and research efforts of the faculty and to increase educational opportunities for Montana Tech's students. The Montana Tech Foundation also manages endowment funds according to the wishes of contributors. Working to develop effective ways to benefit the college is a joint effort between Montana Tech and the Montana Tech Foundation.