Community thrives when people step forward to care for one another. Across Billings and the surrounding region, nonprofit organizations work quietly and tirelessly to meet needs, strengthen families, and create opportunities for those who call this place home. From supporting youth and protecting natural spaces to providing essential services and building connections, these organizations play a vital role in shaping the heart of our community. Our Nonprofit Guide highlights many of the groups making a difference and invites you to learn more about the missions, people, and passions working every day to make Billings stronger.

Thankful For Non-Profits

November 2025

Big Sky Bravery: A Place that GIves Back

Big Sky Bravery brings together a community of supporters to serve active-duty Special Operations Forces and their families through restorative programs in Montana that strengthen connection, resilience, and well-being.

Family Promise of Yellowstone Valley

Family Promise of Yellowstone Valley has spent more than 20 years supporting families facing homelessness with compassion, dignity, and long-term solutions. Through shelter, housing, and wrap-around services, they help parents and children build stable futures together. Their story is one of community, collaboration, and hope.

CASA of Yellowstone County

CASA of Yellowstone County trains and supports community volunteers who advocate for children in foster care, ensuring their voices are heard and their best interests are represented in court. Through mentorship, consistency, and compassion, CASA provides stability for children during one of the most uncertain times of their lives.

NAMI Billings

NAMI Billings provides free, peer-led education, support groups, and advocacy for individuals living with mental health conditions and the families who support them. Their work is rooted in lived experience and focused on connection, understanding, and hope.

Family Service

Family Service has supported Billings families since 1906, offering food assistance, emergency support, and programs that help neighbors work toward stability. Their compassionate, judgment-free approach provides a meaningful hand up to individuals and families facing hardship.

Billings Clinic Foundation: Caring for Our Community, Together

Billings Clinic Foundation strengthens local healthcare through philanthropy, helping expand services, support patients and employees, and advance innovation across the region. Since 1982, community generosity has fueled their mission to ensure exceptional care is available close to home.

Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery

The Carbon County Arts Guild & Depot Gallery enriches the Red Lodge community by supporting local and regional artists through exhibitions, education and creative experiences. Their outreach, workshops and long-standing programs bring the arts to people of all ages, including students in rural schools throughout the region.

RiverStone Health Foundation

RiverStone Health Foundation strengthens local healthcare by supporting the programs and services of RiverStone Health through community giving, events and partnerships. Their work ensures compassionate medical, dental and hospice care is available to everyone, regardless of their ability to pay.

Pompey’s Pillar: A Mark in Time

Pompey's Pillar is a 150-foot sandstone formation along the Yellowstone River, famously bearing the only remaining physical evidence of the Lewis and Clark Expedition—William Clark’s signature carved into the rock in 1806.

LaVie Health

LaVie Health provides compassionate, high-quality medical care and support for early pregnancies through low and no-cost services. Their patient-centered approach empowers women and families with education, resources and hope during some of life’s most vulnerable moments.

Love & SONshine Ministries

Love & SONshine Ministries serves homeless pregnant and parenting young mothers in Billings by providing safe housing, life skills, counseling, and Christ-centered support. Their mission offers hope, healing, and a pathway to independence for young women facing some of life’s most difficult challenges.

The Science and Conservation Center

The Science and Conservation Center (SCC) leads groundbreaking research in wildlife fertility control, offering humane, science-based solutions for managing animal populations. From wild horses in the Pryor Mountains to elephant herds in South Africa, SCC’s work began in Billings and now reaches across the world.

Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming

Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming creates space for girls to grow, lead, and discover their strengths through hands-on experiences rooted in confidence, curiosity, and community. From outdoor adventure to leadership development, their work helps girls build skills that last a lifetime.

Allies in Aging

Allies in Aging brings together decades of senior care experience to support older adults across Yellowstone County with programs that protect independence, safety, dignity, and connection.

2025 Non-Profit Guide

Get to know the nonprofits that shape our community. This collection brings together the stories, missions, and everyday impact of local organizations working to support families, strengthen neighborh...

MadHouse Bar and Grill: A Unique Place to Eat in Billings

MadHouse Bar and Grill offers scratch-made food, locally sourced ingredients, and an eclectic atmosphere in the heart of Billings. With nearly 40 beer and wine taps, live music throughout the week, an...

Aim for Fun at Ӧx Indoor Axe Throwing

Celebrate with a little friendly competition at Ӧx Indoor Axe Throwing. From birthdays and bachelor parties to corporate events and weddings, this high-energy venue offers coaching, league play, and u...

Big Sky Bravery: A Place that GIves Back

Small by Design, Strong by Foundation: St. Luke’s Enrichment Center Builds Lifelong Learners

Discover how St. Luke’s Enrichment Center is nurturing lifelong learners in Billings through small class sizes, caring teachers, and a playful, purpose-driven approach to preschool and pre-K education...

Granite Health and Fitness

Granite Health and Fitness is a family-focused Billings gym offering motivating workouts alongside standout childcare and early education programs that keep kids active, learning, and happy.

Early Childhood Education

From preschools to early learning programs, this page brings together local early childhood businesses dedicated to supporting children during their most important developmental years.

American Lutheran Pre-kindergarten

American Lutheran Pre-kindergarten offers a playful, welcoming preschool experience in downtown Billings where children build confidence, friendships, and a love of learning.