Has the COVID-19 crisis impacted your ability to work, access to public benefits programs, or access to childcare? The Montana Food Bank Network wants to hear your stories about these subjects, and any other area of your life that has been impacted by the COVID-19 crisis. Our lawmakers need to… more
We would like to dedicate this space to these organizations and foundations who have recently stepped forward amid the COVID-19 crisis to show support for feeding Montanans across the state. With their generosity and support we are able to secure and transport millions of meals to help meet the increased… more
Before the Coronavirus became a global pandemic, a large percentage of our population were making it work. Their paychecks were enough to cover monthly bills, groceries, a dinner out with the family and, as long as no emergencies arose, a small portion into savings. They may have volunteered or even… more
Last week, Congress passed the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which was signed into law by President Trump. The bill, which passed with strong bipartisan support, is an important step toward ensuring people are able to put food on the table and stay safe during the COVID-19 emergency. In addition to… more
Montana Food Bank Network is carefully and mindfully monitoring the spread of COVID-19 in Montana. Montana Food Bank Network has an extensive network established to respond to crisis situations in Montana. We feel confident with continued support from communities around the state we can meet this crisis head on and… more
On December 4th, the Trump Administration published its final rule on time limits for SNAP participation. This final rule will cut off basic assistance for nearly 700,000 individuals, many of whom are struggling to find steady work and live below 18% of the federal poverty line. This rule affects… more
MONTANA –The Montana Sea Hawkers are the local chapter of the… more
Say NO to another round of proposed SNAP cuts Earlier this month, the USDA published another proposed rule that would take food assistance from struggling households. The latest proposal would cut SNAP benefits by $4.5 billion over five years by restricting state flexibility in determining how utility costs are taken… more
The Montana Food Bank Network takes action on the hunger crisis in our state during the entire month of September by holding the Feed Montana fundraising drive. We encourage and challenge all people in our state who are passionate about getting food to people in need to join us. We… more
Summer Food Service Program Because of You, kids across Montana enjoy their summer vacation. Hunger does not take a summer vacation. In fact, for the 1 in 6 kids in Montana living in homes that struggle with food insecurity, summer can be the hungriest time of the year. Over 68… more