Watch Leanne Stewart Share The Story Behind Custer County Recreation

This video highlights Custer County Recreation (CC-Rec) in Miles City, Montana, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to enhancing recreational opportunities for youth, families, and the broader community throughout Custer County. Founded in July 2024 by a group of passionate local moms and one determined grandma, CC-Rec was created to address the need for safe, engaging, and accessible spaces for outdoor activity and community connection. The organization’s mission is simple but impactful: to make Miles City a better place to live by expanding and improving recreational options that bring people together, foster healthy lifestyles, and build lasting community pride.

The first major project under the CC-Rec umbrella is the development of a 7,000–8,000 square-foot skate park in Miles City. This versatile space is designed to accommodate skateboards, scooters, rollerblades, and small BMX bikes, providing a safe and fun environment for youth and families to enjoy year-round. The skate park represents more than just a physical structure; it embodies the organization’s commitment to promoting active lifestyles, creating opportunities for skill development, and offering a gathering place that strengthens local connections. Beyond this initial project, CC-Rec aims to support future recreational initiatives throughout the county, ensuring that all residents have access to high-quality facilities and programs that enrich daily life.

CC-Rec is powered entirely by community support, relying on volunteers, donations, and local sponsorships to bring its vision to life. Fundraising efforts include raffles, such as popular e-bike giveaways, community cookouts, and park events, all designed to engage residents while directly contributing to the organization’s projects. Every dollar raised goes straight into the development of the skate park and other recreational improvements, ensuring that contributions have a direct and meaningful impact on the community. Local businesses and residents who choose to support CC-Rec help create safe, fun, and inclusive spaces that will benefit current and future generations.

Volunteers and donors can get involved in a variety of ways, including hands-on participation in events, financial contributions, or spreading awareness about CC-Rec’s mission and ongoing projects. The organization provides multiple convenient channels for support, from phone and email contacts to secure online donations via PayPal. Leanne Stewart, president of CC-Rec, encourages community members to join the effort, emphasizing that collective action and engagement are what make these projects possible. By supporting CC-Rec, residents are investing not only in recreational spaces but also in the health, well-being, and future of the local community.

For more information, to volunteer, or to contribute, contact Leanne Stewart at (406) 853-5376, email ccrec2026@gmail.com, or mail donations to P.O. Box 1221, Miles City, MT 59301. Every donation, volunteer hour, and act of support helps turn the vision of expanded recreational opportunities into a reality for Custer County.