Governor Gianforte Encourages Support for One Heart Warriors

• December 08 2023

HELENA, Mont. – To mark Day 9 of his 12 Days of Giving campaign, Governor Greg Gianforte spotlighted the work of One Heart Warriors to serve Montanans in tribal communities.

“Every young Montanan should have the opportunity to reach his or her full potential. Embracing that mission, One Heart Warriors helps grow the leaders of tomorrow in our Native communities through physical, spiritual, mental, relational, and financial training,” Gov. Gianforte said. “I encourage folks to support One Heart Warriors as the nonprofit group empowers young Montanans to lead lives of greater purpose.”

Gov. Gianforte attending a One Heart Warriors basketball clinic in Hardin in June

Founded in Billings by Tuff Harris, One Heart Warriors develops Montanans into leaders through educational programs, leadership development, and discipleship training.

Earlier this year, the governor visited a youth basketball clinic hosted by One Heart Warriors in collaboration with Crown Financial Ministries, a faith-based organization committed to the economic development of Native tribes and peoples.

Montanans interested in supporting One Heart Warriors may learn more about its mission here.

Running through December 13, the governor’s third annual 12 Days of Giving campaign will highlight the work of a dozen organizations serving Montanans in need.

On the 1st Day of Giving, the governor contributed a quarter of his annual governor’s salary to Hope Pregnancy Ministries in Kalispell.

On the 2nd Day of Giving, the governor launched the third annual food drive among state agencies and encouraged Montanans to give to the Montana Food Bank Network or their local food bank.

On the 3rd Day of Giving, the governor contributed a quarter of his annual governor’s salary to Hi-Line Home Programs in Sidney.

On the 4th Day of Giving, the governor encouraged Montanans to support Eagle Mount as it empowers Montanans living with disabilities through outdoor and indoor recreational opportunities.

On the 5th Day of Giving, the governor and first lady donated new, unwrapped toys to the Helena-area Marine Corps Toys for Tots and encouraged Montanans to donate to their local campaign.

On the 6th Day of Giving, the governor contributed a quarter of his annual governor’s salary to The LifeGuard Group in Missoula.

On the 7th Day of Giving, the governor promoted blood donation through the American Red Cross of Montana and encouraged eligible Montanans to donate blood.

On the 8th Day of Giving, the governor encouraged support for Montana service members, veterans, first responders, and their families through Impact Montana.

On the 9th Day of Giving, the governor encouraged support for One Heart Warriors as they serve our tribal communities.

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