Supporting Missoula’s Makers
We’re here to help you grow
Making Missoula is the nonprofit that split off of the Missoula Makers Collective in 2024 for the express purpose of supporting makers- through education, business development, grants, and mutual aid.
We believe that women’s financial autonomy, a robust handmade economy, and a close community of entrepreneurs are three keys maintaining the unique qualities of Missoula.
2025 Fall Grant
The 2025 Making Missoula Fall Grant application is open and closes on October 31st at 11:59 pm. The grant can be accessed by clicking the “apply now” button below.
Our key focus
Business Development
When deciding which classes to offer, we focus on key areas of business development. These primary areas are marketing, finances, and operation. If you’re an expert interested in teaching a class, email us at makingmissoula@gmail.com
Health and Mindset
As makers, your body is your primary tool and mindset determines your success. We seek to support both of these areas of health through physical health clinics designed for makers and various mindset presentations from successful artists in the community.
Community
Many of our programs are aimed at creating and cultivating community among makers. These programs are great for folks that are interested in starting a business or becoming more connected with the maker community.
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Making Missoula empowers local makers through accessible education, grant funding, and community support — helping turn creative passions into sustainable livelihoods. Your donation fuels hands-on classes, funds our annual Makers Grant, and builds a more vibrant, equitable creative economy. Every gift, big or small, helps keep Missoula’s maker community thriving. Give today and help our creative community grow.
What is the Makers Grant Fund?
Grant Funding for Business Development
In 2021 when Bailey and Rachel first founded the Missoula Makers Collective (Making Missoula’s for-profit sister organization) they also created the Maker’s Grant Fund. The Grant Fund is made up of 5% of all booth fees collective by Missoula Makers Collective plus other donated funds. The purpose of the fund is to provide key capital investment in Missoula’s makers as they develop their businesses. The very first grant was award in 2023 to Robin Graf, a print artist and local maker who has been an integral part of the community for many years.
Where to Support Missoula’s Makers
Missoula Makers Market at Downtown Tonight
Hosted every Thursday evening at Caras Park during the summer. Shop with 35+ vendors each week.
Missoula Makers Collective
A storefront located in downtown Missoula, dedicated to showcasing Missoula’s makers and handmade entrepreneurs. Shop a collection of more than 100 local makers and their products.
Missoula People’s Market
A weekly market held Saturday mornings on W Pine Street May-October. Find a rotating selection of makers.
Missoula Made Fair
Montana’s longest running market, the Made Fair tours Montana hosting 200+ vendors markets during the summer and holiday season.
Indigenous Made Montana
IMM empowers Indigenous artists & entrepreneurs by creating opportunities for them to generate income from their craft and providing platforms like markets & a curated shop.
Missoula Makers Market at Holidays on Higgins
Hosted the first weekend of December during the annual Holidays on Higgins event. Shop an outside festival of 50+ makers.