Resources
Tools, guides, funding sources, and external programs to help businesses and communities in western Montana thrive.
Our Programs
& Services
These are programs we administer directly. Our staff can help you navigate eligibility, apply, and make the most of each one.
Loan Programs
Working capital, equipment, expansion, and real estate loans for rural Montana businesses.
Brownfields Assessments
Free EPA-funded Phase I and II environmental assessments for contaminated properties.
Montana Local Food Financing
USDA-backed financing for rural food businesses and food supply chain enterprises.
Learning Hub
Free on-demand business workshop videos and education resources. Requires free client account.
Ronan Tourism Grant
Matching grants up to $10,000 for downtown improvements, public art, and tourism infrastructure in Ronan.
Shared-Use Processing Facility
FDA-registered, USDA-inspected, certified-organic processing facility for food businesses.
Business Development
Resources
External programs and tools for small business owners in Montana.
Small Business Development Center
Free consulting, business plan development, and training through the statewide SBDC network.
U.S. Small Business Administration
Federal loans, grants, contracting, and disaster assistance programs for small businesses.
MT Dept. of Commerce. Business Resources
State programs for business development, licensing, incentives, and economic development in Montana.
Agriculture &
Food Resources
Programs supporting farmers, food businesses, and rural food systems in Montana and the Pacific Northwest.
USDA Local Food Directories
Find and list farmers markets, food hubs, on-farm markets, and community supported agriculture programs.
MSU Extension
Research-based education and programs for agriculture, food, families, and communities across Montana.
USDA NRCS Montana
Conservation programs, soil health resources, and financial assistance for agricultural operations in Montana.
Cooperative &
Community Resources
Organizations that support cooperative enterprise and community economic development.
National Cooperative Business Association
National advocacy, education, and support for cooperative enterprise across all sectors.
U.S. Federation of Worker Cooperatives
Resources, peer networks, and support for worker-owned cooperative businesses.
CooperationWorks
The national network of cooperative development centers, sharing tools, training, and expertise to help new and existing co-ops succeed.
Mission West CDP
Public Records
Annual reports, Form 990, planning documents, and the Façade Improvement Design Guide are publicly available on our Organization Materials page.
Mission West CDP is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. EIN: 81-0489999.
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What You Need?
Our team knows the resource landscape for rural businesses in western Montana. If you’re looking for something specific, reach out and we’ll point you in the right direction.