Resources
Updated 9/21/22
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Local Farmers Markets
Hamilton Farmer's Market
The biggest farmer's market in the valley, the Hamilton market draws in all the locals. Enjoy local produce, arts and crafts, hot food delicacies and live music!
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Season: Mid-May to mid-October
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Days/Times: Saturdays 9am-12:30pm from mid-July through August.
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Location: Hamilton Farmers Market is located on Bedford and Third Streets in historic downtown Hamilton.
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Contact Info: Laura Craig at (406)961-0004 or Hamilton Farmers Market website
The Wednesday Afternoon Farmers Market at O’Hara Commons
Where: 111 S 4th St
When: Wednesday, 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
6/6/2022-9/2022
Accepts: Cash, Check, Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Double SNAP Dollars
Contact: Samantha O’Byrne at 406-369-6451 info@theoharacommons.org http://www.theoharacommons.org/
Darby Farmer's Market
This small town hosts a nice farmer's market.
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Season: Mid-May through October
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Days/Times: Tuesdays 3pm-7pm
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Location: Main Street Park at 106 South Main Street in Darby
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Contact Info: Darby City Hall at (406)821-3753
Stevensville Farmer’s Market
Small town market offers local produce and goods.
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Season: May to mid-October
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Days/Times: Saturdays 9am-1pm
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Location: Between the Rocky Mountain Bank drive-up and the library
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Contact Info: Patty Nelson at (406)777-3629 or Roger or Anne Flatmo at (406) 546-8554.
Florence Farmer's Market
Take your pick from local produce, fresh baked goods, farm eggs, and crafts.
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Season: Mid-May to Early-October
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Days/Times: Saturdays 9am-1:30pm
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Location: 5189 HWY 93 South, just south of Florence
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Contact Info: Tracy or Gary at (406)777-3638
Missoula Farmer's Market
8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. Saturdays, mid-May to mid-October
5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. Tuesdays, July - early September
Circle Square, at the north end of Higgins Street, Downtown
www.missoulafarmersmarket.com
Nearly 100 local vendors are on hand to sell their produce, plants, flowers, breads and coffee.
Clark Fork River Market
8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturdays, mid-May to mid-October
Under the Higgins Street Bridge, east of Caras Park
www.clarkforkmarket.com
This outdoor farmers market boasts locally-produced meat, dairy products, fruits, veggies, flowers, baked goods, live music, coffee and vendors who dish up breakfast and lunch.
Missoula Saturday Market
9 a.m. - 1 p.m. Saturdays, mid-May to mid-October
East Pine Street, Downtown
www.missoulasaturdaymarket.org
Dozens of craftspeople showcase their photography, jewelry, clothing, soap, glass art, and various other hand-made items.
Montana Low Income Home Energy, Water, and Weatherization Assistance Programs
You may apply for assistance at any time during the year by contacting the local eligibility office or Tribal LIHEAP office serving your community. If you cannot reach your local eligibility office, call Montana's toll-free number at 1-833-317-1080.
The State of Montana, through the Department of Public Health and Human Services, offers three programs aimed at helping eligible Montanans.
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The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) pays part of winter energy bills and may be able to assist with furnace emergencies for eligible people.
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The Low Income Home Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) helps pay a portion of eligible household's water bills; helps avoid shutoffs; and helps support household water system reconnections related to non-payment.
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The Weatherization Assistance Program helps participants to improve the heating efficiency of their homes and thus reduce their energy consumption.
When & Where to Apply
To apply for assistance, Montanans can submit a combined LIHEAP, LIHWAP and Weatherization application. The application can be completed online but must be printed and delivered or mailed to the local eligibility office listed on the last page of the application. See the Income and Resource Guidelines below to see the limits based on family size and income.
You may apply for LIHEAP and LIHWAP during the heating season, which is October 1 through April 30 of each year, by contacting the local eligibility office or Tribal LIHEAP office serving your community.
You may apply Weatherization assistance at any time during the year by contacting the local eligibility office or Tribal LIHEAP office serving your community.
1801 South Higgins
Missoula MT 59801
(406) 728-3710
District XI HRC Website
Serves counties:
Mineral
Missoula
Ravalli
Who Is Eligible
Eligibility for assistance is based on your income and resource limits. Both homeowners and renters may apply for these programs.
If your household receives benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), Supplemental Security Income (SSI) or the Temporary Assistance to Needy Families (TANF) program, you may qualify automatically for assistance.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), Low Income Home Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP), and Weatherization Programs
2022-2023 Program Year Income Limits
Number in Household LIHEAP, LIHWAP and CRF Weatherization Upper Limits
Upper Income Limits 200%
1 $28,136 $28,136
2 $36,793 $36,793
3 $45,450 $46,060
4 $54,108 $55,500
5 $62,765 $64,940
6 $71,422 $74,380
7 $73,046 $83,820
8 $74,669 $93,260
9 $77,025 $102,700
10 $84,105 $112,140
11 $91,185 $121,580
12 $98,265 $131,020
13 $105,345 $140,460
14 $112,425 $149,900
15 $119,505 $159,340
The upper limit amounts are 60% of the state median income for household sizes one (1) through eight (8). The upper limit amounts for household sizes nine (9) and greater are 150% of the poverty threshold for the household size. For households at 150 percent of HHS poverty guidelines with more than nine (9) members add $7,080 for each additional member
SAFE Domestic Violence Services
154 Morning Star Way, Hamilton
24 Hour Crisis Line: 406-363-4600
(406) 363-2793 Office
SAFE offers emergency and long-term services to survivors of domestic and sexual violence. If you are experiencing domestic violence, sexual assault or sexual violence, we can help. Our services are available twenty-four hours a day and all services are free of charge and confidential.
Darby Bread Box
304 E Tanner Ave, Darby, MT 59829
(406) 821-2081
Food Pantry, SNAP Application Assistance
Human Resource Council
303 N. Third St. Hamilton, MT 59840
406-363-6101
Website:
https://www.humanresourcecouncil.org/
We work to identify and expand resources to provide opportunities in housing, health, education, training and employment. Since 1965 we have addressed and help meet the unmet needs of people in these three counties and the State. We have adjusted our focus as changing needs come to the forefront.
Haven House Food Bank
316 N 3rd St #162, Hamilton, MT 59840
Website: https://havenhousefoodbank.org/?fbclid=IwAR1w_R6C3zstk5n4ZtQHgcBUR7HE65r2ynkOOymZYDYJppmPLB55q_baHls
Open Monday, Wednesday and Friday 10 am-2 pm
Now open every 2nd and 4th Wednesday evening from 5 pm-7 pm
Food Pantry
Pantry Partners
3614 Alc Way, Stevensville, MT 59870
Website: http://pantrypartnersfoodbank.org/
Hours: M-W-F 11:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
(The Pantry is closed for poor road conditions whenever the Stevensville Schools are closed.)
We provide a once a month food box to those in need in North Ravalli County. This box is meant to assist our clients for a three to five day period. In addition, clients can visit our “Porch” to obtain donated items, including fresh produce, bakery goods, milk and eggs.
WIC (Women, Infants and Children)
205 Bedford St. #P Hamilton, MT 59840
406-802-7180
Nutrition and supplemental food program. Provides breastfeeding support & formula as need. Available to pregnant women and kids under 5 years old.
Montana Housing's Emergency Rental Assistance Program
If you have been financially impacted, directly or indirectly by COVID-19, you may be eligible for assistance.
Renters will be able to apply directly through the State of Montana, Montana Housing, Emergency Rental Assistance Program.
You may apply for rent and utility assistance AND landlords will be able to apply on behalf of renters with the renter's co-signature and required documentation.
Click the link below to apply and for additional information.
Montana Emergency Rental Assistance Program
**Please note, you are applying directly to the State of Montana for the assistance.
Your application for assistance will be processed by the MT Department of Commerce.**
Ravalli County
Resources
YWCA Pathways Program
(406) 542-1944 or
24 Hour Crisis Line: 800-483-7858
Offers shelter, support and a 24 hour hotline for survivors of domestic and sexual violence
Missoula Food Bank and Community Center
1720 Wyoming St.
(406) 549-0543
Website: https://mfbn.org/
Based on the number of people in your household, we will have a pre-packed shopping cart full of perishable and non-perishable food ready and waiting for you to roll right out the door. If there are any items you do not need, they can be placed in a returns cart just outside the main entrance.
WIC (Women, Infants and Children)
301 W. Alder Missoula, Mt 59802
(406) 258-4740
Nutrition and supplemental food program. Provides breastfeeding support & formula as need. Available to pregnant women and kids under 5 years old.
Child Care Resources
500 N Higgins Ave #202
(406) 728-6446
Website: https://www.childcareresources.org/
Need help finding — and paying for — child care? Our referral specialists are here to help you find high-quality care that meets your needs, and our eligibility specialists can help you apply for a scholarship.
Unsure if your child is progressing normally? Check out our developmental milestones so you know what to expect at various ages and when to get a professional assessment.
YWCA Rapid Rehousing & Transitional Housing
1800 South 3rd Street W Missoula MT
(406) 543-6691
24 Hour Crisis Line: (800) 483-7858
Website: https://www.ywcamissoula.org/services/missoula-family-housing-center/
Rent, deposit assistance and support services for homeless families and survivors of domestic violence
Human Resource Council
1801 S Higgins Ave, Missoula, MT
Website:
https://www.humanresourcecouncil.org/
We work to identify and expand resources to provide opportunities in housing, health, education, training and employment. Since 1965 we have addressed and help meet the unmet needs of people in these three counties and the State. We have adjusted our focus as changing needs come to the forefront.