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Food help in Montana

Every food-assistance program available in Montana, with live counts from Feed America's directory. Free, no login. 3,227 listings (including USDA-authorized SNAP retailers) across 132 cities and 55 counties.

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626Food pantries + banks
776SNAP / EBT stores
1,110School + summer meal sites
147FQHC health centers
106WIC clinics

Programs available in Montana

Food pantries, food banks, soup kitchens

626 locations distribute groceries, hot meals, and pre-packed boxes to Montana residents at no cost. Most do not require an appointment. Many have walk-in hours.

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SNAP (food stamps)

SNAP is administered by Montana's state agency. Eligibility: typically 130% of federal poverty (FY2027 gross income limit $1,729/mo for 1 person, $3,575/mo for a family of 4, per USDA). Households with a member who is 60+ or disabled only have to meet the net income limit.

Apply for SNAP in Montana → Check eligibility

WIC (Women, Infants, Children)

106 WIC clinics in Montana are listed here. Serves pregnant parents and children under 5 with income at or below 185% of federal poverty. Free food, formula, breastfeeding support, nutrition counseling.

Apply for WIC in Montana → Clinic locator

School meals (NSLP + School Breakfast)

1,110 school + summer meal sites in Montana. Households at or below 130% of federal poverty get free meals; 130-185% get reduced-price meals. Many Montana districts use the Community Eligibility Provision — free meals for ALL students.

Find school meals in Montana →

FQHC community health centers

147 HRSA-funded Federally Qualified Health Centers in Montana provide sliding-scale primary care, on-site SNAP outreach, and food-insecurity screening + referral.

Find FQHCs in Montana →

Senior food help (CSFP, SFMNP, Meals on Wheels)

Multiple programs serve Montana residents 60+: CSFP (monthly USDA food box), Meals on Wheels (home delivery), Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program ($50/season for fresh produce).

All senior programs →

Disaster food help (D-SNAP)

D-SNAP provides one-time emergency food benefits when a federally-declared disaster strikes Montana. Eligibility differs from regular SNAP — many households who don't normally qualify do qualify for D-SNAP.

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Frequently asked questions

How many food pantries are in Montana?

626 pantries, food banks, soup kitchens, and mobile pantries across 132 cities. Most are free walk-in.

How do I apply for SNAP in Montana?

Visit /apply-snap/mt for Montana's official online portal, eligibility rules, and emergency-SNAP info.

Does Montana have WIC?

Yes — WIC operates statewide in Montana, and 106 clinics are listed here. See the Montana WIC agency listing for the application portal and phone number.

Where can I use SNAP / EBT in Montana?

776 retailers accept SNAP — browse by city or county.

Free school meals in Montana?

Yes. 1,110 school + summer meal sites. Households below 130% FPL eat free; 130-185% get reduced-price. Many districts use Community Eligibility Provision (free for all students). See /school-meals/mt.

Senior food help in Montana?

CSFP, SNAP-with-senior-deductions, Meals on Wheels, SFMNP, TEFAP — see /senior-food-help.

About Feed America's Montana directory

Feed America (501(c)(3), EIN 92-1761881) operates a free food-assistance directory. Our Montana listings come from federal primary sources (USDA Food and Nutrition Service, HRSA, NCES) and verified community partners. Every record carries a verification date and source attribution. Read our methodology →

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