Thank you for supporting Siding 45, 501(c)(3)

Thanks to donations like yours, we were able to build a beautiful skatepark and donate it to the city of Glasgow.

Our wish list for the skatepark site includes benches, bike racks, and most importantly, a BATHROOM. (With a water fountain? Maybe, just maybe?)
We also like to donate skateboards, helmets, and other gear to kids in the area.
All this and more! We’d like to work towards developing more recreation opportunities for kids in Glasgow.

If you’d like your donation to go toward a specific item, please email us at glasgowmtskatepark@gmail.com.

Why are skateparks important?

Skateparks build and sustain healthy communities. A skatepark is a community amenity that will improve retention for professionals while also attracting young families and tourism.

They are also a physical and mental health service. While Glasgow has many organized sports, we do not have accessible outdoor recreation, such as paved trails, bike infrastructure or consistent sidewalks. Skateboarding, roller skating and riding a scooter are all cardio workouts that also build strength and coordination.

In addition, Montana ranks #3 in the country for suicide rates, with an especially high youth suicide rate. Skatepark activities are mentally engaging and stress relieving, while teaching patience and resilience. A skatepark provides a sense of shared responsibility, building community involvement and can provide a “home away from home,” especially for marginalized and underprivileged youth, or for those who do not gravitate toward organized sports.

Why donate to Siding 45 Skatepark?

With the skatepark project, your money will go far. Due the relatively low cost of the park, every donation is hugely significant — especially thanks to the matching grant promised by Montana Pool Service, which will double every donation up to our first $75,000.

For more information and answers to frequently asked questions about the skatepark, please visit our About page.