Donor Profile
Joe Sample, President of MTB Management, Inc.
MTB Management, Inc. has been operating Taco Bell stores in Montana since 1987. President Joe Sample, with the help of his family, concentrates his efforts on seven stores in Western Montana. In addition to his business investments, Joe is active in Montana’s philanthropic community. He serves on the board of directors for the Missoula Art Museum, and also is a member of the board of directors for Missoula’s chapter of Big Brothers/Big Sisters.
MTB Management, Inc. has partnered with Student Assistance Foundation for two years to support College Goal Sunday.
Why is it important to you to help Montana students and families reach their higher education goals? We want to help others achieve their dreams. For example, we are currently working to craft an internal scholarship program for MTB Management staff with the help of employees. The focus of the program is to encourage Taco Bell employees to pursue their dreams of higher education. I believe that learning is a lifelong journey.
Why do you partner with SAF? I believe in the College Goal Sunday program because it’s something that helps Montana families take action. Through the support of programs like College Goal Sunday, more Montana youths can be encouraged to pursue their dreams of higher education, be that through a two-year or four-year degree. We are building a partnership — a true collaboration between a nonprofit and a business.