Elizabeth would be the first person to encourage you to reach out for a scholarship if you thought for a moment that learning these skills would make you fundamentally happy, would help you feel empowered, or would give you an extra ounce of courage or creativity to bring along on your journey through life. Each year, one full scholarship is awarded to a women interested in learning basic chainsaw operation skills through our Chainsaw 101 course.

To be considered for this scholarship opportunity we request interested individuals submit an application for review by our scholarship committee. All reviewed and accepted applications will be entered into a pool and one applicant will be selected at random each year to receive the Elizabeth Bane Memorial Scholarship. The brief application includes a request for basic contact information, an explanation of your interest in the course, and a description of how you may use these skills in the future. 

The Red Ants Pants Foundation will be accepting applications for the Elizabeth Bane Memorial Scholarship May 1st - May 31st. All applicants will be notified of the status of their application by June 15th.

If a partial scholarship would make attending the Chainsaw 101 course possible, please reach out to our staff at programs@redantspantsfoundation.org to discuss this option.

We are thrilled to offer this opportunity for twelve women to learn new skills in Chainsaw 101. Please review the course information on our website prior to registering. This course is hosted in White Sulphur Springs, MT over the weekend of September 11th-14th, 2025. Registration is on a first come, first served basis and fills quickly. 

If you are interested in participating in this course, but the course fee would create an obstacle to your participation, we do provide payment options and/or may be able to offer a partial scholarship. Please first submit your registration form to hold your spot and then contact us immediately. We are able to hold your spot while in active communication regarding the payment options available.

Please contact us with any questions you may have.

We are thrilled to offer this opportunity for twelve women to build their own chair during Carpentry 101. Please review the course information on our website prior to registering. This course is hosted in White Sulphur Springs, MT over the weekend of September 18th-21st, 2025. Registration is on a first come, first served basis and fills quickly. 

If you are interested in participating in this course, but the course fee would create an obstacle to your participation, we do provide payment options and/or may be able to offer a partial scholarship. Please first submit your registration form to hold your spot and then contact us immediately. We are able to hold your spot while in active communication regarding the payment options available.

Please contact us with any questions you may have.

We are thrilled to offer this opportunity for sixteen women to strengthen their skills during our Chainsaw Refresher. Please review the course information on our website prior to registering. This course is hosted in White Sulphur Springs, MT over the weekend of October 4th-5th, 2025. Registration is on a first come, first served basis and fills quickly. 

If you are interested in participating in this course, but the course fee would create an obstacle to your participation, we do provide payment options and/or may be able to offer a partial scholarship. Please first submit your registration form to hold your spot and then contact us immediately. We are able to hold your spot while in active communication regarding the payment options available.

Please contact us with any questions you may have.

Thank you for considering a mentorship role with the Red Ants Pants Foundation's Flagship Girls Leadership Program (GLP). The GLP consists of a cohort of eight girls, eight female mentors and a team of professional facilitators. All participants attend three multi-day retreats throughout the year. Between retreats, girls develop a community leadership project and engage in a one-on-one mentoring designed to provide support, accountability, and assistance as needed. Mentors are required to attend all retreats, virtual events, and check-ins.
 

Program Dates:

• Virtual Mentor Orientation: TBD (Early October)
• Fall Retreat: Friday, October 24 – Sunday, October 26, 2025
• Mentor Check-in: Wednesday, November 19, 2025 6:00 – 7:00pm
• Virtual Training: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 6-7:30 p.m.
• Winter Retreat: Friday, January 30 – Sunday, February 1, 2026
• Mentor Check-in: Wednesday, February 11, 2026 6:00 – 7:00pm
• Virtual Training: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 6-7:30 p.m.
• Spring Retreat: Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 25, 2026

 *Retreat location is 30 minutes North of Bozeman, Montana. All retreats begin with dinner on Friday and conclude with lunch on Sunday*

Mentors are not therapists and they are not counselors. They are meant to serve as role-models who are available to support participants in maximizing their experience in the program, and to help hold them accountable to their goals. If you have any specific questions about the program or whether you should apply, please reach out to programs@redantspantsfoundation.org.

All mentors must complete a criminal history background check prior to being accepted to the program.

Thank you for your interest in the Red Ants Pants Foundation's Girls Leadership Program. Participants must be Montana residents, including the sovereign tribal nations within Montana, entering their junior year of high school, have access to transportation, and be able to attend ALL events.  

Girls Leadership 2025-2026 Program Dates:
Fall Retreat: Friday, October 24 – Sunday, October 26, 2025

Virtual Training: Wednesday, December 10, 2025 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Winter Retreat: Friday, January 30 – Sunday, February 1, 2026

Virtual Training: Wednesday, March 11, 2026 | 6-7:30 p.m.

Spring Retreat: Friday, April 24 – Sunday, April 25, 2026

*Retreat location is 30 minutes North of Bozeman, Montana. All retreats begin with dinner on Friday and conclude with lunch on Sunday*
 

We are excited that you are interested in participating. Please fill out the application below. Know that there are no 'right' or 'wrong' answers. We just want you to be yourself and get to know a little more about you.

The Red Ants Pants Foundation is thrilled to offer the opportunity for ten women to join our Women in Ag Communities Well-being retreat on November 12th-14th, 2025 in White Sulphur Springs, MT. Prior to the retreat, a virtual meet & greet for all participants will be hosted via Zoom, November 5th, 2025 at 7pm. Please review the retreat information on our website prior to registering. Registration is on a first come, first served basis and fills quickly.

​Retreat Objectives:

• Connect with other women in ag communities and reconnect with yourself; 
• Reflect on the challenges you have overcome and the strengths you have used to do so;
• Restore your capacity for resilience through learning concepts and practicing tools known to support your nervous system;
• Reclaim your sense of purpose as you embark on the year ahead.

If you are interested in participating in this course, but the course fee would create an obstacle to your participation, we do provide payment options and/or may be able to offer a partial scholarship. Please first submit your registration form to hold your spot and then contact us immediately. We are able to hold your spot while in active communication regarding the payment options available.

Please contact us with any questions you may have.