Governor Gianforte Spotlights Nonprofit Empowering Montanans with Disabilities

Encourages support for Eagle Mount on 4th day of 12 Days of Giving campaign

• December 01 2023

BOZEMAN, Mont. – To mark the 4th day of his 12 Days of Giving campaign, Governor Greg Gianforte today spotlighted the work of Eagle Mount to empower Montanans living with disabilities through outdoor and indoor recreation.

“For over 40 years, Eagle Mount has inspired confidence in thousands of Montanans with disabilities that the ‘sky is the limit,’” Gov. Gianforte said. “I encourage folks to support Eagle Mount – either with their time or resources – as they celebrate the abilities of all Montanans through therapeutic recreation in Big Sky Country.”

“Whether horseback riding, skiing, swimming, gardening, cycling, camping, or climbing, we believe that if you can do it in Montana, you can do it with Eagle Mount,” said executive director Kevin Sylvester.

This week, Eagle Mount launched a new fundraising campaign, called “Syvel’s Story,” highlighting the impact of Eagle Mount on Syvel, one of the Montanans it serves.

Executive Director Sylvester added, “In a world that often treats people with disabilities differently, we know that when recreation is made available to all, communities are strengthened, challenges are overcome, and lives are transformed. Support Eagle Mount today to ensure the adventure and beauty of Montana remains accessible to everyone.”

For more information about Eagle Mount or to learn how to support them, visit eaglemount.org.

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.