Cost Share Program

Like other conservation districts across Montana, we recognize that one of the most effective ways to support local landowners in meaningful soil and water conservation is to provide direct financial assistance for conservation projects. These programs are designed to help make conservation practices more accessible while supporting the long-term health of our local natural resources.

To ensure transparency and responsible use of district funds, we have developed an application process for current cost-share programs. Program details, eligibility requirements, and applications can be found in the links below.

Through the Well Educated Cost Share Program, the Madison Conservation District provides financial assistance to private landowners in the Madison Valley to encourage regular well water testing and help landowners better understand their drinking water quality.

Thanks to our partners at MSU Extension, participating landowners can receive well water testing kits at our office. The Madison Conservation District will also reimburse a portion of eligible laboratory testing fees, making regular well water testing more accessible.

This cost share program is now active! Follow the link below to access the application, program guidelines, and instructions for participation.

Well Educated Cost Share Application

The Native Seed Mix Cost Share Program provides financial assistance to private landowners in the Madison Valley to encourage the use of native grass seed mixes for restoration and revegetation projects. The program helps make larger-quantity native seed more accessible while supporting the establishment of native vegetation and locally appropriate plant communities.

The Madison Conservation District has developed recommended native seed mixes suited to a variety of local site conditions and conservation needs. Participating landowners can receive reimbursement for a portion of the cost of purchasing an MCD-recommended or native seed mix.

In addition to developing the Cost Share Program, MCD has created a Native Seed Establishment Guide to help landowners plan and create native landscapes and successfully plant purchased seed. The guide also provides additional information about the native seed mixes recommended for the Madison Valley.

This cost share program is now active! Follow the link below to access the recommended seed mixes, application, program guidelines, and instructions for participation.

Native Seed Mix Cost Share Application

Grass Seed Establishment Guide

In partnership with the National Parks Conservation Association (NPCA) and the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS), the Madison Conservation District is excited to be developing a new Cost Share Program to provide financial assistance to landowners in the Madison Valley implementing wildlife-friendly fencing practices.

This opportunity is currently in development. Stay tuned to our website and social media for updates on the program, eligibility requirements, and application process.

Coming Soon!