Treasure State Forward is a not-for-profit organization focused on advancing Montana’s rural communities, boosting the state’s economy, developing smart growth plans, increasing access to public lands, and preparing the state for a comeback following the Covid-19 pandemic. TSF is incorporated with the Internal Revenue Service as a 501(C)(4) organization, and contributions are not tax deductible.
There’s an old saying – Montana is just one small town with a really long Main Street. As more and more Americans look to enhance their quality of life by relocating to places like Montana, it will be critically important for the state’s infrastructure to keep up with demand. TSF believes we can accommodate new residents in Montana while maintaining the small community feel that makes the state so attractive to begin with. But in order to allow folks to work and compete in a global economy, investments must
Outdoor recreation is a $7.1 billion industry in Montana and supports over 71,000 good jobs across the state. Not only are our public lands essential to our way of life, they also bolster economies of all sizes. From restaurants and breweries, to sporting goods shops and gas stations, we interact with the outdoor recreation economy almost every day. Treasure State Forward is committed to bolstering this economy and keeping Montana the Last Best Place.