Catalyst Montana Announcement

December 2, 2024

I have big news to share, and I want you to hear it directly from me: After decades of work as Montana Human Rights Network and Montana Women Vote, these two organizations are merging to create Catalyst Montana: Organizing for Justice. 

Our new name reflects what we have always known: that community organizing is the starting place to realize a future where there is  justice, safety, and dignity for all. We seek to be a catalyst for collective power and meaningful change by and for low-income and marginalized Montanans.  

The decision to merge MWV and MHRN into Catalyst Montana was not taken lightly.  Our organizations have spent many years working closely together on issues such as Medicaid expansion, LGBTQ equality, and criminal legal reform, and have shared many opportunities to connect with and build power with Montanans across the state.  Ultimately, we knew our work would be more powerful and create more lasting change if we pooled our resources and combined our efforts officially. 

Under our new name and organizational structure, we’ll continue to do the work that each organization is known for - organizing, policy advocacy, research, and leadership development - but with added capacity and reach. Now merged, we have staff presence in Butte, Bozeman, Helena, and Missoula. And, after 11 years in the role of Executive Director of Montana Women Vote, I’m proud to now be the Executive Director of Catalyst Montana.

As a long-time volunteer, supporter, and member of Montana Human Rights Network and/or Montana Women Vote, I hope you’ll continue to invest in this critical work by taking one or more of the actions below: 

Donate monthly to Catalyst Montana: By making a monthly commitment, Catalyst Montana can count on consistency during this period of evolution and growth. You can make a tax-deductible donation online or by sending a check to: 

Catalyst Montana

PO Box 1509

Helena, MT 59624

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 As always, we couldn’t do the work we do without you.  If you have questions, ideas, or inspiration for us as we embark on this new phase of our work, please don’t hesitate to reach out.

To realize a better Montana, we have to start by building & strengthening our communities today!

Thank you for your ongoing support. 

In Solidarity,

SJ Howell

Executive Director

Catalyst Montana: Organizing for Justice