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A survey conducted by the Montana Board of Crime Control (MBCC) in October 2007 identified the need and support for a statewide crime prevention organization.
A statewide steering committee comprised of representatives from professional organizations, including community and tribal representation, was formed and launched at the November 2007 Crime Prevention Conference, which was hosted by MBCC.

The Montana Crime Prevention Steering Committee was officially formalized into the Montana Crime Prevention Council (MCPC) on September 8, 2008. The Council is a group of professionals encompassing community and tribal representation at all levels dedicated to providing collaborative partnerships and education that addresses, encourages, and supports crime prevention efforts across Montana.

The Council includes: law enforcement officers, educators, volunteers, tribal representatives, judicial representatives, healthcare professionals, prevention experts, non-profit representatives, college students, and clergy.

Major focus is being placed on the involvement of Montana’s 12 Native American tribes located on 7 reservations in the statewide crime prevention plan. An initial assessment is currently underway to identify the best model for this involvement.

MCPC adopted the idea that good crime prevention requires broad engagement, good information, collaboration as well as cooperation among policing agencies, and strong leadership. The result is an improved environment for Montana’s children and adults. Neighborhoods are safer and more vibrant; communities are stronger and more vital.

MBCC hosted the second annual statewide crime prevention conference in partnership with the MCPC September 9-11, 2008, in Helena. The conference focused on up-to-date training and model programs in the areas of law enforcement and public safety; schools, families, and youth; and community involvement.
MBCC and MCPC hosted the third annual statewide crime prevention conference in partnership from October 14-16, 2009, in Bozeman, MT. As with the previous one, this conference focused on up-to-date training and model programs in the areas of law enforcement and public safety; schools, families, and youth; and community involvement.
In the early months of 2010, MCPC decided to move toward 501(c)3, nonprofit status. In the process, MCPC renamed itself the Montana Crime Prevention Association (MCPA) and elected a president, vice president, secretary, and treasurer.
On April 23rd, 2010, MCPA filed its Articles of Incorporation and on May 7th, 2010, MCPA filed for tax-exempt status with the Internal Revenue Service.

Please refer to the MBCC website (www.mbcc.mt.gov) for other valuable resources on crime prevention. Resources include training announcements, an interactive crime database, planning and projects, and current public safety news and events.