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The Nonprofit Producer Partnership donated nearly 250,000 pounds of Montana-raised animal protein to the Montana Food Bank Network, Montana Schools and other charities across the Big Sky State.

Our nonprofit organization partners with livestock producers across the state by processing donated livestock into top quality protein and providing it to food banks to help those in need. Local producers, and food centers working in partnership to provide Montana protein to those individuals and families with food insecurity. This is the spirit of Montana neighbors helping one another.

MEDA is excited to announce that applications for Montana Community Reviews are now open!

For those unfamiliar, a Community Review is an in-depth peer assessment designed to create a strategic game plan for your community’s economic development. Experienced economic developers will immerse themselves in your community, learning all there is to know and helping to craft actionable strategies

Prospera Navigator – Upcoming Events

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As the ‘Silver Tsunami’ Hits the Flathead Valley, Dementia Diagnoses are Rising While Caregivers Reach a Breaking Point  

An estimated 2,000 people with dementia live in Flathead County, overwhelming the region’s scarce resources and shrinking workforce as the baby boomer generation continues to age

Remote Work Extends to Factories and Farmlands – Digital Twins

Digital twin technology can ultimately extend the opportunity of WFA to all kinds of new industries, tasks, and frontline and desk-less workers in factories, warehouses, farms, hospitals, airports, and power plants, among other settings. Implementing digital twins requires a strategic plan focused on up-skilling, re-skilling, and retrenchment of workers.

Sabey Data Centers, a Washington state company secures land, seeks power for Butte data center

Kristen Rosa is Butte’s Economic Development Coordinator. She told commissioners the project had been thoroughly vetted by local officials and that the county has a provision to reacquire the land if Sabey’s plans fail to materialize.

Skydiving comes to Stevensville with Drop Zone Opening Friday – 4/25/25

Elizabeth and Luke Short, the owners of the new drop zone, decided to open in Stevensville after realizing the potential for skydiving in this part of the state.

April 2025 MMEC Manufacturing News

As a manufacturer, there’s a good chance that you’re trying to pivot some aspect of your operations to tackle a sudden new challenge or take advantage of an unexpected opportunity.  It’s a good time to remind you that MMEC is here to help.

International Economic Development Council 2025 Rural Retreat June 23–25 | Great Falls, Montana

Rural Recharged: New Energy, New Possibilities Join us in Great Falls, Montana—the Electric City—for a conference created by rural leaders for rural leaders. This first-of-its-kind event will bring together a community dedicated to creating new…

Osher Lifelong Learning Institute at Montana State to host virtual Friday Forum on Bozeman’s long-term water supply plan – 5/9 – Online Zoom

The forum will feature a presentation and analysis of Bozeman’s long-term water supply and related planning efforts. A short overview of the city’s current water supply sources will be followed by recommendations for future use and sustainability.