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Montana animal organizations

There are 647 animal-focused nonprofit organizations in Montana. Combined, these Montanan animal organizations employ 972 people, earn more than $209 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $336 million.
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Types of animal organizations in Montana

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Wildlife conservation and protection organizations
 
430
 
$172,667,272
Animal shelters and animal welfare organizations
 
148
 
$29,322,464
Animal services organizations
 
24
 
$584,760
Wildlife sanctuaries and refuges
 
16
 
$6,110,558
Animal alliances and advocates
 
8
 
$26,784
Animal professional societies
 
7
 
$673,314
Organizations suppporting a single animal nonprofit
 
6
 
$544,507
Zoos and acquariums
 
3
 
$3,863,011
Organizations supporting multiple animal nonprofits
 
3
 
$0
Endangered species protection organizations
 
3
 
$2,980,913
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Animal organizations by major Montana cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Missoula
 
389
 
$146,240,143
Billings
 
37
 
$9,888,815
Great Falls
 
9
 
$1,692,345
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Job trends for Montana animal organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
36
1-10
 
21
11-25
 
17
26-100
 
12
101 to 1,000
 
1
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of animal organizations in Montana

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
78
$250k to $1M
 
37
$1M to $5M
 
16
$5M to $25M
 
2
$25M to $100M
 
1
$100M+
 
1
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Directory of animal organizations in Montana

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Oregon Foundation For North American Wild Sheep (FNAWS)

Oregon FNAWS is vigorously involved in the conservation, propagation, protection and intensive management of wild sheep and mountain goat populations and their habitat in Oregon.
Revenue
$14.4m
Assets
$8.5m
Employees
15
EIN
42-1109229
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Vital Ground Foundation

Vital Ground protects and restores grizzly bear populations by conserving wildlife habitat, educating communities, and acquiring conservation easements on private land.
Revenue
$5.1m
Assets
$24.4m
Employees
12
EIN
87-0483446
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation (RMEF)

The mission of the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is to ensure the future of elk, other wildlife, their habitat and their hunting heritage.
Revenue
$100.1m
Assets
$151.5m
Employees
168
EIN
81-0421425
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Heart of the Valley (HOV)

The mission of Heart of the Valley Inc. is to compassionately shelter the lost and surrendered pets of Gallatin and Madison valleys, and to enhance the lives of people and companion animals through pet adoption and education.
Revenue
$2.2m
Assets
$11.7m
Employees
50
EIN
23-7375919
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Heroes and Horses

Heroes and Horses challenges and inspires growth in combat veterans using wilderness and horse-human connection. 360-degree approach includes physical fitness, counseling, and nature.
Revenue
$3.8m
Assets
$14.6m
Employees
27
EIN
46-4639973
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Working Dogs For Conservation Foundation

The Working Dogs For Conservation Foundation trains rescue dogs to protect wildlife, combat invasive species, and promote environmental justice globally through effective partnerships.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$1.8m
Employees
24
EIN
20-2708654
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Yellowstone Valley Animal Shelter (YVAS)

To provide shelter for animals in transition, serve as advocates for animals and their people, and be a leader in enhancing the human-animal bond.
Revenue
$3.9m
Assets
$4.1m
Employees
47
EIN
26-1389957
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Polar Bears International

Polar Bears International is a nonprofit known for their cutting-edge science, inspired use of media, and relentless drive to ensure polar bears remain a part of the Arctic forever.
Revenue
$3.4m
Assets
$2.7m
Employees
30
EIN
77-0322706
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Boone and Crockett Club

To promote guardianship and provident management of big game and associated wildlife in north America and maintain the highest standards of fair chase and sportsmanship in all aspects of big game hunting in order that this resource of all the people may s....
Revenue
$4.6m
Assets
$13.6m
Employees
23
EIN
13-6400091
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Zoomontana

ZooMontana promotes animal rescue and conservation, provides engaging educational experiences, and cares for over 100 animals across 56 species.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$5.0m
Employees
34
EIN
81-0411290
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Grizzly and Wolf Discovery Center

West Yellowstone center showcasing grizzly bears and grey wolves in outdoor habitats, with exhibits and education programs on conservation and behavior.
Revenue
$4.3m
Assets
$19.1m
Employees
54
EIN
81-0527102
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Humane Society of Western Montana

We are committed to Saving Every Animal Every Time by being a leading resource for companion animals and their people.We provide top-notch care and medical treatment for our shelter guests who need extra care to make them adoptable.
Revenue
$1.9m
Assets
$3.7m
Employees
43
EIN
81-0290933
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Humane Society of NW Montana

Kalispell's Humane Society of NW Montana is a no-kill animal adoption center offering safe, permanent identification, and early age spay/neuter services.
Revenue
$995.5k
Assets
$2.3m
Employees
20
EIN
81-0496442
IRS type
501(c)(3)

AniMeals

Animeals is a no-kill animal adoption center and food bank serving 147,000 square miles in Montana and parts of Idaho.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$881.4k
Employees
25
EIN
20-4694132
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Bitter Root Humane Association

The Bitter Root Humane Association is organized in an effort to prevent cruelty to animals, to promote animal population control, and to educate the public on the needs, care, and understanding of animals.
Revenue
$1.1m
Assets
$5.3m
Employees
20
EIN
81-0351709
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Stafford Animal Shelter

The Stafford Animal Shelter facilitates adoptions, reunions, humane animal care treatment and education.
Revenue
$999.3k
Assets
$6.2m
Employees
18
EIN
36-3432468
IRS type
501(c)(3)

The Dedman Foundation

The Dedman Foundation provides care for homeless animals. The organization is dedicated to animal protection and welfare, and operates out of Fort Benton, MT.
Revenue
$1.9m
Assets
$2.5m
Employees
13
EIN
20-2070604
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Maclean-Cameron Animal Adoption Center

Maclean-Cameron Animal Adoption Center provides shelter and education, promoting animal welfare and human-animal bonds while serving Great Falls and North Central Montana.
Revenue
$955.4k
Assets
$5.2m
Employees
35
EIN
72-1537063
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Missoula Butterfly House and Insectarium

Inspires appreciation and understanding of insects. Future home to a tropical butterfly house and insect museum in Missoula, MT.
Revenue
$1.3m
Assets
$4.4m
Employees
17
EIN
27-1089153
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Lewis & Clark Humane Society (LCHS)

The LCHS is a private, community-based, not-for-profit organization that provides shelter for unwanted and stray animals (primarily dogs and cats).
Revenue
$1.5m
Assets
$2.5m
Employees
38
EIN
81-6014910
IRS type
501(c)(3)
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