Darby Community Partners

Local nonprofit Darby Community Partners (DCP) is raising funds to help with much needed and overdue infrastructure updates for Darby Schools, including the purchase of new playground equipment for our students. We need your help!

The current playground, a vital space for physical education, creativity and imagination, needs to be replaced as it has withstood many extreme Montana seasons. A new playground will provide a safe and modern space for physical activities during the school day.

The Darby School District has been a beacon of learning and development in the south valley for over 135 years, serving students from Sula to Charlos Heights. The current facilities were built in 1974, and there are many overdue upgrades that need to be completed but have been delayed due to a lack of budget.

We have a vision for growth for the 2024-25 school year that will serve as a catalyst for positive change within our school and community, and we know that our community can come together to bring this vision to life!

To kick off the fundraising, DCP will be hosting a benefit concert fundraiser on behalf of the Darby School District featuring cowboy musician and PRCA rodeo athlete Justin Lawrence and the Double X Band on Friday, August 23, 2024 at 5:00 PM at the Richard Cromwell Memorial Rodeo Grounds in Darby. This event is open to the public with a suggested donation of $25 per family. The goal for the evening will be to raise $30,000 towards the overall goal for the new playground.

About DCP: Darby Community Partners was established in 2022 by a group of local parents, teachers, Darby alumni, and community members, with the mission to unite students, family, and community near and far to promote lasting enrichment opportunities, school support and advocacy to benefit the youth and community of Darby.