Bozeman SOUP Inspires Community Members to Dream Big
Community members are encouraged to apply by Jan. 26th to present their ideas to make Bozeman a better place at upcoming Bozeman SOUP event on Feb. 4h.
On February 4th, The Bozeman Area Community Foundation and The Baxter will host the Bozeman SOUP event from 6-8pm featuring four community members and their innovative ideas to make Bozeman a better place to live.
The Bozeman SOUP is a micro-granting dinner celebrating and supporting innovative projects that benefit the Bozeman community. With a small donation of $15 at the door for adults and $10 for students and youth – soup, bread and a vote are provided. Participants will listen to four short presentations from youth ranging from art, environment, social justice, social entrepreneurs, education, technology, etc. that create a positive impact in the local community.
After all the presentations are complete, participants grab a bowl of delicious soup and bread and discuss their favorite idea with other community members. When the night nears to a close, participants vote for their favorite idea. All votes are then counted and whoever has the most votes takes home all the money from the door to fund their idea!
“At the Bozeman Area Community Foundation, we believe that anyone can be a philanthropist by giving of their time, talents or treasures to their community. The Bozeman SOUP event is a great way to inspire and engage our community in giving back by harnessing their innovative ideas to create community change. We can’t wait to hear what ideas will be shared on February 4th! We are thrilled to partner with The Baxter to make this event a reality,” said Bridget Wilkinson, Executive Director for the Bozeman Area Community Foundation.
Presenters can be an individual or a team with a great idea! All community members of all ages are encouraged to submit their innovative idea by filling out a short proposal at http://www.bozemanfoundation.org/bozeman-soup-project/ by January 26th at midnight. All applications will then be reviewed by a committee and four community members will be selected to present their idea during our event on Thursday, February 4th. All presenters will receive training on how to give their short presentation.
For more information about the Bozeman SOUP event, contact Bridget Wilkinson at 406-587-6262, bridget@bozemanfoundation.org or go to http://www.bozemanfoundation.org/bozeman-soup-project/ to learn more.
About the Bozeman Area Community Foundation
The Bozeman Area Community Foundation is connecting people who care to causes that matter most to them. The Bozeman Area Community Foundation serves the areas of Bozeman, Big Sky, Belgrade, Manhattan, Churchill, Three Forks, and the rural areas in between. Since its inception, the Foundation has distributed more than $300,000 in grants to 100+ local nonprofit organizations. Learn more at www.bozemanfoundation.org.
