Kalispell Area Coordinator
406-431-6765
Taylor Gagnon
Bitterroot Area Coordinator
(406) 381-7389
I grew up on a ranch in Montana and am proud to call this state my home. I have been a Trooper with the Montana Highway Patrol since 2018, stationed in the beautiful Bitterroot Valley. I have long admired the Montana Hope Project’s dedication to helping Wish Kids and their families, and am thankful to be a part of it as an area coordinator. Please, reach out with any questions or needs. I am happy to help!
Andrew Leigland
Butte Area Coordinator
(301) 481-8119
My name is Andrew Leigland. I have been a Trooper with the Montana Highway Patrol since 2014. I have been attending Montana Hope Project events since I started with the patrol. I recently was appointed the Butte Area Coordinator and saying I’m excited would be an understatement. Please, let me know if you have any questions about events, wishes, or anything else in regards to the Montana Hope Project. I would be happy to help. Thank you.
TJ Templeton
Missoula Area Coordinator
406-240-8896
ttempleton@montanahope.org
I’ve been a resident of Missoula for over 20 years. My wife and I have enjoyed raising our 3 boys in beautiful western Montana. I joined the Montana Highway Patrol in 2014, and I’ve had a front row seat to many smiles and much joy shared with Wish Kids and their families through the Montana Hope Project. I’m excited to continue this work as the Missoula Area Coordinator. As avid Griz fans, “The Bears that Care” is a slogan that fits our family well. Please, reach out to me if you have any questions about wishes, events, and ways to support this great organization! Thanks!
Dave Thomas
Bozeman Area Coordinator
406-920-8314
dthomas@montanahope.org
I have been a been a Montana Highway Patrol trooper since 2022, and a Bozeman resident for the past 10 years. I have always had an interest in the Hope Project since moving to Montana. Upon becoming a trooper, I had the privilege to attend a wish granting ceremony. Seeing the joy brought to this family by the Montana Hope Project guided me in my decision to assist in supporting its mission within my community.
Please, reach out with any questions or comments about the organization, wishes, or events.
