Ways to Donate
Every contribution helps protect access, expand programming, and invest in the future of outdoor recreation in Big Sky.
Every dollar builds something real in your community
Your gift goes directly to the work. We maintain more than 40 miles of trails, steward over 90 acres of public parkland, operate BASE, and deliver youth programs and recreation opportunities year-round in Big Sky, Montana. BSCO operates with lean overhead and a deep commitment to long-term stewardship — ensuring your contribution has meaningful, lasting impact.
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Tax-Deductible Donations
Big Sky Community Organization is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. Donations are tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You will receive formal documentation for your records, and your contribution may reduce your taxable income while supporting essential recreation infrastructure in Big Sky.We encourage donors to consult a tax professional to understand how charitable giving fits into their financial planning.
Direct, Local Impact
Every donation helps protect access, strengthen recreation infrastructure, and ensure this community remains accessible for residents, families, and visitors alike.
- Maintenance and expansion of 40+ miles of public trails
- Stewardship of 90+ acres of community parks and open space
- Youth programs like Camp Big Sky and after-school care
- Recreation leagues including softball, hockey, volleyball, and futsal
- Community wellness programming and events at BASE
- Long-term projects like park renovations and trail connectivity
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Giving With Purpose
Supporting BSCO isn’t about recognition — it’s about responsibility. It’s about protecting the trails you hike, the parks your family gathers in, and the programs that help neighbors connect.
Donors & local partners may be acknowledged on our website or at community events, but the real impact lives in the spaces and experiences your gift helps sustain. Anonymous giving is always welcomed and respected.
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Create a Lasting Gift in Big Sky
Some gifts live in the spaces we share. Through bridge plaques at Ousel Falls and benches or picnic tables placed along meaningful trails and parks, BSCO offers naming opportunities that honor your contribution while strengthening the places that connect our community. It’s a way to leave a lasting mark — for your family, your business, or someone you wish to honor — while investing in Big Sky’s future.
Sponsor a Bench or Picnic Table
Support the continued growth and stewardship of Big Sky’s parks and trail system by sponsoring a bench or picnic table in one of our community spaces. Each installation includes a personalized plaque recognizing your gift and celebrating your role in building and sustaining the Big Sky experience.
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Ousel Falls Bridge Plaques
Honor your connection to Big Sky by placing a custom plaque on the second bridge along the Ousel Falls Trail — one of the community’s most visited and beloved trails.
Benches & Picnic Tables
Benches are available with a $5,000 donation, and picnic tables with a $2,500 donation. Your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law and directly supports park improvements, trail maintenance, and recreation access across Big Sky.This is more than a name on a plaque — it’s a visible investment in gathering spaces, rest stops, and shared moments for years to come.
Inquire About a Bench or Picnic Table →Ousel Falls Plaques
A $500 tax-deductible donation supports the ongoing maintenance and expansion of Big Sky’s trail network, helping ensure these paths remain accessible and well cared for in every season.Your plaque becomes part of a place that thousands experience each year — a quiet but meaningful reminder that strong communities are built by people who care.
Purchase a Bridge Plaque Here →
Adopt-a-Trail
Protect the trails that connect our community. When you adopt a trail, you invest directly in the maintenance, safety, and long-term stewardship of Big Sky’s outdoor spaces.
Learn More & Adopt-a-trail Now →Purchase an Ice Rink or Athletic Field Banner
Show your support for Big Sky’s public recreation spaces by sponsoring a banner at the Marty Pavelich Ice Rink or the Multi-Use Fields at Big Sky Community Park. Banner sponsorship helps sustain local programs while placing your business at the center of one of Big Sky’s most active community spaces. To learn more about sponsorship opportunities, please email sara@bsco.org.
Purchase a Banner →
Become a Gala Sponsor for Parks, Trails & Recreation
Each year, Big Sky Community Organization brings the community together for an elegant evening celebrating the parks, trails, and recreation spaces that shape life in Big Sky. By becoming a Gala Sponsor, you help support BSCO’s largest annual fundraiser while connecting with neighbors, local leaders, and supporters who care deeply about our shared outdoor spaces. Join us for a night of great food, music, and philanthropy at the BASE Community Center.
For more information, please call Sara at 406-9930-2112 or email sara@bsco.org.
Your support builds what Big Sky depends on
Every volunteer hour, every mile of trail maintained, and every acre of parkland cared for is made possible by people who invest in this community. Donations to BSCO directly fuel the stewardship, programming, and infrastructure that keep Big Sky connected, accessible, and thriving year-round. These numbers reflect what we’ve accomplished together — and what your support continues to make possible.
