Community Resources
See more information provided by ASUM Bear Necessities.
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Experiencing hunger or a shortage of food? |
Experiencing housing stress or insecurity? |
Need other help? |
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University of Montana Food Pantry See website linked above for hours. Available to students and community members, come when you can and take what you need. Also check out the additional satellite locations around campus. |
For help negotiating with landlords, information about your rights as a tenant, and other legal assistance. Open Mon-Fri 9am-4pm |
Study spaces, desktop computers, printing services, other resources. “We provide our campus and community members the opportunities to understand the past, analyze the present, and prepare for the future as globally-engaged citizens.” |
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Missoula Food Bank & Community Center Open Mon/Tues/Thurs 10am-7pm, and Wed/Fri 10am-1pm
Take the UDash Purple line to Westside lanes, Food Bank is across street. approximate. 15 minutes. |
Montana Emergency Rental Assistance “Supports Montanans who have experienced financial hardships as a direct or indirect result of the COVID-19 pandemic and are at risk of housing instability.” See website (linked above) for eligibility, application, and more information.
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Curry Health Center provides quality, affordable and accessible health care for students at UM. Our medical, counseling, dental and wellness departments promote a healthy campus by partnering with students in meeting their health care needs within a framework of compassion, respect and inclusiveness. Call 406-243-2122 for appointments and hours |
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Missoula Community Free Fridge Locations all over Missoula. See Instagram page for location details, guidelines, and more info. |
Emergency shelter, laundry and showers also available. Supportive services 6am-8pm; nightly check-in 8:45pm Daily meals: 6am-7:30am, 11:30am-1:45pm and 5pm-6:30pm Food Pantry: Mon/Wed/Fri 5:30pm–7pm 110 W. Broadway 406-728-1809 |
Curry Health Center Wellness helps students develop healthy lifestyle behaviors to enhance student success and well-being. By helping students live well, in turn, we help them succeed academically at UM. Our services for students are free of charge. Walk-in or call 406-243-2809 |
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Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) Application assistance through Bear Necessities, schedule appointment with link above |
Johnson St. Emergency Shelter OPEN FOR THE SEASON All are welcome who can be safe, kind, and respectful (including pets). Check-in available at all hours except 10am – 12pm 1919 North Ave W |
The OSS helps students to meet three goals: transition smoothly to college, remain enrolled and progress in a program of study, and graduate in a timely manner. OSS include: Undergraduate Advising Center, Financial Education, Peer Connection Network, Writing and Public Speaking Center, and more. Contact: 406-243-2800 |
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A registered dietitian can help students make sure their nutrition needs are being met while experiencing food insecurity. Contact Laura Granlund for more information. |
City of Missoula Housing Resources There are a number of resources in Missoula intended to help Missoulians afford their homes and reach their housing goals. See this page for renter and homeowner resources. |
Up to $500 short term loan available to students in emergencies. The application can be found on Cyberbear on the Student Services Page under Student loans.
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