Ways to Support the Clay Studio of Missoula
The Clay Studio of Missoula is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization. All contributions support Clay Studio of Missoula programs and are tax deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. EIN: 81-0523194
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Donate to the Clay Studio's Annual Fund
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Help us sustain our mission today by providing either a one-time or recurring donation to our Annual Fund! These are unrestricted contributions that can be made in any amount, and can be anonymous or made in honor of a loved one. Click the "donate today" button above to donate (credit card/DAF/ACH/ECheck). Payments can be also sent in the mail by check.
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For donations of securities (stock, bonds, and mutual funds) please contact Executive Director Shalene Valenzuela at our office (406-543-0509).
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Become a Member
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Join Missoula's growing tradition of ceramic excellence by becoming member at the Clay Studio of Missoula! Annual Memberships available for individuals (student/senior rates available), families, and Community Mentors. Please visit our Membership Page to learn more and join today!
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The Clay Studio of Missoula Endowment
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In 2022, The Clay Studio of Missoula Endowment was established with the Missoula Community Foundation. Planned giving is an easy way to leave a gift for the community or interest areas you care about most. If you are interested in having The Clay Studio of Missoula be a part of your estate plan and have questions, please contact Executive Director Shalene Valenzuela (director@theclaystudioofmissoula.org/406-543-0509).
You may also contribute directly to the endowment on The Missoula Community Foundation's website. For stock donations, Montana Endowment Tax Credit qualifying gifts, or non-monetary gifts to our endowment, The Missoula Community Foundation can work with donors to get these gifts set up.
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Artist Residency Fellowships & Scholarships
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SPONSOR A FELLOWSHIP
Resident Fellowships awards are currently $2,500 and offer one year to support to a long-term resident artist who demonstrates exceptional merit and promise. Fellow awards allow residents increased opportunity to focus their attention on their work during their residency. Current fellowships may be established annually for $2750. Backers are encouraged to fund a fellowship for a minimum of two years. To establish a Fellowship, please contact Contact Executive Director Shalene Valenzuela (406-543-0509/director@theclaystudioofmissoula.org)
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Thank you to the Sippy Foundation, who has provided funding for our resident fellows since 2021!
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MO GARY RESIDENT SCHOLARSHIP FUND
This fund was established in summer 2025 in honor of Mo Gary (1953-2025) a cherished member and friend of the Clay Studio of Missoula. We are currently accepting donations to this fund in order to start offering additional scholarships to select resident artists in 2026. Awards will be determined based on the size of the fund, with the intention to grant awards to promising female artists. Contributions to this fund can be made online (credit card/DAF/ACH or ECheck) or checks can be mailed to CSoM, 1106 Hawthorne Street, Missoula, MT 59802, please note "Mo Gary Scholarship" on check.
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RESIDENCY SCHOLARSHIP FUND- GENERAL
The Resident Scholarship Program provides material and firing stipends to eligible short-term residents. Donors may contribute any amount during the year to our Resident Scholarship Fund.
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Other Restricted Gifts
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Are you passionate about a specific part of our programming and wish to direct your support where it matters most to you?
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Currently Established Restricted Funds
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Youth Scholarship Fund
Our youth scholarship fund provides both full and partial financial aid to individual youth who wish to participate in onsite classes and camps, and also enables us to provide free onsite group workshops to organizations serving youth in the community.
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Accessibility Scholarship Fund
Our Accessibility Scholarship fund will provide both full and partial financial aid to persons of any age facing financial barriers in accessing clay classes and workshops. Currently this fund is in need of growth as we are unable to offer any full scholarships yet.
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Wood Fire Fund
Funds support ongoing maintenance & upkeep of wood kiln site, plus Biennial Wood Fire Invitational educational opportunities and activities.
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After School & Outreach Fund
We offer free after school programing in collaboration with Missoula Parks and Recreation to title 1 MCPS public schools during the school year, in addition to free workshops to youth served by other non-profit service programs, such as Missoula Soft Landing, Watsons Children's Center, YWCA GUTS, Boys and Girls Club and The Center.
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Contact Executive Director Shalene Valenzuela if you's like to contribute to a specific fund listed above (406-543-0509/director@theclaystudioofmissoula.org). You may also specify on your donation if you'd like it to be directed to a specific fund on your mailed check, or make a note of it in an online contribution through our Donate Now link.
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Our "Wish List"
There are other programs that we aim to establish so we can better serve those in our community and make clay accessible to all. If you are interested in helping us get a head start in making these a reality, or have other programs you may be interested in supporting or providing resources for, please do reach out to Shalene Valenzuela (director@theclaystudioofmissoula.org)
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Class & Workshop Sponsorships - Provide an Educational Experience to a designated group in need
Mobile Clay Arts Program to Expand Outreach Access to Rural Communities
Exhibition Sponsorships - Sponsor an exhibit for $500 or more. Your company logo or name will be included on our postcards and other PR.
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