THE BIG SKY COMMUNITY
Straddling two counties, Madison and Gallatin, Big Sky is an unincorporated mountain community located under an hour’s drive south of Bozeman and equidistant to the West Entrance of Yellowstone National Park. The 2022 census reported Big Sky’s population at 3,268 full-time residents. As a resort-based community, Big Sky has a 4% Resort Tax, including 1% earmarked for infrastructure. In the past 30 years, Big Sky Resort Tax has collected almost $100,000,000 which has been strategically invested back into the community of Big Sky. Focus areas of impact include arts & education, economic development, health & safety, housing, public works, and recreation & conservation.
Community Priorities
Housing
Traffic and Transportation
Water Availability & Sewer Solutions
Emergency Services
Community Services: Behavioral Health Needs, Childcare and Education
Parks & Trails Expansion
Governance and Representation
The Power of Philanthropy in a Thriving and Stable Community
Through our philanthropic giving, LMLC supports over 40 organizations and non-profits throughout Big Sky and the Gallatin Valley on an annual basis. Since LMLC was formed in 2014, key community initiatives have included installing the Ousel Stoplight, building the popular Mountain to Meadow mountain bike trail, supporting the creation and construction of BASE our community center, helping to make the Big Sky Medical Center a reality in town, putting over 2,460 acres of land into permanent conversation at Moonlight Basin, and partnering with the Big Sky Community Housing Trust on affordable housing.
Representatives from Lone Mountain Land Company volunteer their time by serving on a number of non-profit boards throughout the community including Big Sky Resort Area District, Big Sky County Water and Sewer, Big Sky Chamber, Gallatin River Task Force, Visit Big Sky, Big Sky Community Organization, and more.
Our unique community operates through many non-profit boards working together helping to make Big Sky a thriving community.
Our Affiliated Foundations
Mission:
We support the initiatives for youth, education, conservation, and under-served needs benefiting the Big Sky Community.
$2.9M Grants Awarded Since 2015
Mission:
The Spanish Peaks Community Foundation strategically directs the generous contributions of our members to meet the needs and support the quality of life of those living and working in the Big Sky community.
$2.9M Grants Awarded Since 2014
Mission:
The Yellowstone Club Community Foundation fosters philanthropy, volunteerism, and capacity building for organizations in the greater Big Sky region that are addressing the greatest needs in the areas of livability, health & wellness.
$29.1M Invested Since 2010
Wild Big Sky
Comprised of local employers: Lone Mountain Land Company, Moonlight Basin, Montage Big Sky, Spanish Peaks Mountain Club, Yellowstone Club, and Town Center, Wild Big Sky aims to familiarize and educate locals and tourists alike with the safest methods to co-exist with a variety of wildlife. A mobile wildlife education center adds a hands-on, interactive learning environment to train employees and spread awareness.
