Now more than ever, they need a place built for them.
As the demands on our nation’s Special Operations Forces continue to grow, so must our ability to stand behind them. The Big Sky Bravery Ranch will give our mission a permanent home in Montana, expanding our capacity to provide meaningful time away for active-duty SOF members and their families to reconnect, reset, and strengthen the relationships that sustain them through continued service. Built for those still carrying the weight of the mission, the Ranch will ensure Big Sky Bravery is ready to meet a growing need—not only today, but for generations to come.
Work Complete / In Progress
Progress continues across all structures at the Big Sky Bravery Ranch. At the Main Lodge, MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) rough-ins, metal roof panel installation, hollow metal door frames, and T-bar installation are being completed. Exterior masonry, fascia, soffit, and siding installation continue, along with sheetrock installation on the lower level. At the Caretakers Cabin, work continues on the fascia, siding, and tile, while cabinet installation is being finalized. The Recreation Barn is nearing completion of its exterior masonry and cabinet installation. MEP rough-in work continues at the Alumni Cabin, while the Family Cabin completes its MEP rough-ins and begins sheetrock installation.
Upcoming Work
Upcoming work at the Big Sky Bravery Ranch will focus on continued progress across all structures. At the Main Lodge, exterior masonry, fascia, and siding installation will continue, along with ongoing sheetrock installation. At the Caretakers Cabin, tile installation will continue, and gutter installation will begin. The Recreation Barn will move into the next phase of construction with the start of MEP (mechanical, electrical, and plumbing) trim-out work. At the Alumni Cabin, MEP rough-ins will be completed, allowing sheetrock installation to begin. Meanwhile, sheetrock installation will continue at the Family Cabin.
Executed: executed gift agreements // Pending: gift agreements pending signature // Remaining: remaining to raise
PROGRESS PHOTOS
AVAILABLE GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
The future of this sanctuary depends on those willing to rise to the call and help build a legacy that will outlast us all. Your involvement ensures that every Special Operations warrior, spouse, and family member who walks through these doors finds healing, belonging, and the reminder that their sacrifices will never be forgotten. For additional information, please reach out to Mandy Hood at mandy@bigskybravery.org.
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The bedrooms in the lodge are designed as true sanctuaries for the six recipients, each offering an unparalleled space for privacy, rest, and recovery. With one bedroom and bathroom dedicated to each individual, these spaces provide the solitude and comfort needed to recharge and reflect. The bedrooms are designed as private sanctuaries for each of the six recipients, offering a personal bedroom, bathroom, and balcony with stunning landscape views. Tailored for active-duty warriors, the rooms feature pumped oxygen to enhance recovery at high altitudes. With a focus on privacy, comfort, and rest, these tranquil spaces provide the ideal environment for recipients to recharge both physically and mentally, whether enjoying the serene outdoors or the calming interior.
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Designed with intention and gratitude, this dedicated space will provide our Task Force volunteers with the rest they deserve—and need. Until now, housing limitations in our area have meant that most volunteers sleep on cots, sofas, or air mattresses. But the work they do demands more. This thoughtfully designed room will provide a quiet, peaceful environment where up to six volunteers can enjoy restorative, uninterrupted sleep, ensuring they’re fully energized to support our recipients and carry out the crucial work of saving and changing lives. Each volunteer will have: a personal sleeping space with drawers to settle in, a privacy curtain to reduce light and noise, and access to private bathroom stalls and a shared vanity area. More than just a room, this is a place of refuge and recharge, honoring the sacrifice of those who show up for others, day in and day out.
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$500,000 2 available
$250,000 1 available
$100,000 1 available
$75,000 6 available
$50,000 7 available
$25,000 14 available
$10,000 18 available
Located in the heart of the main lodge, within the Memorial Library, The Giving Wall honors the families and individuals who carry the long-term mission of Big Sky Bravery forward. Named to reflect the many levels of belief and generosity it takes to sustain a mission of this magnitude, this wall stands as a symbol of unwavering commitment to what happens on this land: life-saving decompression, reconnection, and restoration for active-duty Special Operations Forces and their families.
