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Food Assistance Butte Mt: local programs and next steps

Start with The Butte Emergency Food Bank for groceries because it is the most direct local food-pickup option.

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Programs to contact

1

The Butte Emergency Food Bank - Get Help

Nonprofit

Provides food pickups, bread, children’s weekend food bags, and community meals; call or visit the Butte office to request help.

Open provider page +1-254-535-2419
2

Butte Rescue Mission - Get Help

Nonprofit

Offers daily meals, sack lunches, emergency food boxes, and pantry items; use the Get Help page to connect with services.

Open provider page
3

Montana DPHHS - Apply for Assistance

Federal Government Program

Online portal for SNAP and other benefits in Montana; apply, check eligibility, or manage an existing assistance case.

Open provider page
4

Butte School District - Free/Reduced On-Line Application

Federal Government Program

Application for Butte Public Schools free and reduced-price school meals; submit household and student information online.

Open provider page
5

Action Inc - Summer Meals Program

Nonprofit

Lists Butte summer meal support for children when school is not in session; check the page for program details.

Open provider page +1-232-885-7159
6

Butte Rescue Mission - What We Do

Nonprofit

Describes meals, groceries, shelter supports, and help connecting to SNAP and local food resources in Butte.

Open provider page +1-406-782-0925

Recommended next steps

  • Start with The Butte Emergency Food Bank for groceries because it is the most direct local food-pickup option.
  • Call before going to confirm what information to bring and whether pickup scheduling is needed.
  • If you need prepared food today, check Butte Rescue Mission’s meal and sack-lunch options.
  • Apply for SNAP through the Montana DPHHS portal if you need ongoing grocery support.
  • If children are in Butte Public Schools, complete the school meal application as a separate support.
  • Ask each food provider whether they can connect you to additional Butte food sites or delivery options.
  • Bring photo ID, proof of household members, and any benefit notices if available, unless told otherwise.
  • If transportation is a barrier, ask the food bank or rescue mission about nearby pickup options or referrals.
  • Use emergency food boxes for short-term needs while SNAP or school meal applications are pending.
  • Recheck program pages before visiting because meal sites and seasonal programs can change.

Need categories

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Food Assistance

  • Food Security