Montana End of Watch Trust
The End of Watch Trust was created in 2023 for the purpose of supporting eligible law enforcement officers and their immediate family in the event of an officer’s death or catastrophic injury in the line of duty. Information below is in accordance with Title 2, Chapter 15, Sections 2040-2045 of the Montana Code Annotated.
A voluntary board oversees the administration of the Trust. The board is comprised of members representing the Montana Sheriffs and Peace Officers Association, Montana Police Protective Association, Association of Montana Troopers, Montana Association of Chiefs of Police, and Montana Department of Justice.
Additional Resources
Financial Information Forms
Application Submissions
Submit Application Online
By clicking the following link, you will be taken to a secure portal to submit documents online. From there, you can transmit an email and any required documentation directly to the End of Watch program for review.
Submit Application by Mail
Printed applications can be submitted to:
Central Services Division
P.O. Box 201407
Helena, MT 59620
End of Watch Trust Board
Upcoming Meeting Information
Date: August 13, 2026
Time: 1:00 pm
Agenda:
Meeting Materials:
Contact Information
| Agency | Contact Person | Email Address |
|---|---|---|
| State Employees (FWP Game Wardens, DOJ DCI Agents, MDT Motor Carrier Services) | Melissa Gardner | [email protected] |
| Montana Highway Patrol Troopers | Brian Inman | [email protected] |
| Sheriffs and Deputies | Scott VanDyken | [email protected] |
| Municipal Police Officers | Dan Smith | [email protected] [email protected] |
| Municipal Police Chiefs | Steve Snavely | [email protected] |