A Little History ...

The Montana Hope Project is unique. Begun in 1984 by the Association of Montana Troopers (formally the Association of Montana Highway Patrolmen), the Montana Hope Project originated from the strong desire of the Montana Troopers to give back to the communities that they serve. Officers wanted to establish a special service that would create a positive and rewarding impact both for the troopers, and for their communities. The goal of the Hope Project is to make dreams come true for critically ill children in Montana. To date, over 269 wishes have been granted.

Today, the Montana Hope Project is a separate nonprofit organization funded by tax-deductible charitable contributions and donations. The Hope Project does not receive tax or governmental support and is not associated with any national wish-granting organization. It raises money through fund-raisers, corporate donors, donations and memorials, and ninety percent of all proceeds raised go directly to Montana children.

The average granted wish amounts to about $6000, and the most requested wish is a trip to Walt Disney World. Other wishes include Hawaii, seeing favorite sports teams, seeing favorite movie stars, and computers. Additionally, the Hope Project invites each recipient and their immediate family to an annual reunion held in Essex, Montana, near the edge of Glacier Park, the first weekend of June every year.

The project staff is an all volunteer one and consists of active and retired highway patrolmen as well as community volunteers. The Montana Hope Project is a success due to the combined efforts of dedicated individuals and organizations who give their generous support. We welcome you to join our efforts to give critically ill children their dream come true.

Life of children is
precious and should
never be cut short
without wishes
coming true.

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