In 1996 the mayor of Three Forks, Gene Townsend, received his first grant from Fish, Wildlife, and Parks to begin creating a recreational trail around the Three Forks area. With the beginning grant and a 20% match from Luzenac, a…
City of Shelby and the Toole County Extension Office partnered to develop a community garden with the goal of increasing the consumption of fruits and vegetables In 2006, Shelby received a $4,000 planning grant from the Montana Nutrition and Physical Activity Program…
A partnership between Montana State University faculty and Crow men to work collaboratively to identify and address health issues of concern The Crow Men’s Health Project began in 2007 as a partnership between Montana State University faculty and Crow men…
Dillon is one of many rural communities working hard to help create a healthier Montana. The Southwestern Montana Family YMCA has partnered with many Dillon organizations to increase the health and wellness of their residents through a variety of programs.…
The primary objective of the StrongWomen™ Program is to help communities nationwide to implement safe and effective strength training programs for midlife and older women. Women begin to show decline in muscle mass beginning at age 30 and if this condition is not…
The City-County Health Department in Great Falls mentors a variety of worksites in Great Falls in worksite wellness and cancer prevention programs. Currently, the Great Falls Police Department, Public Works and Civic Center are participating in the program. The organization…
Bike/Walk Alliance Missoula (BWAM) is a non-profit, member-driven organization created to improve the safety, health and enjoyment of the Five Valley area by promoting and enhancing bicycling and walking for everyday transportation and recreation. Their goal is to make Missoula…
The mission of the Cascade County Wellness Program is to foster the health and well-being of their employees and their families. The Wellness Committee is dedicated to providing programs, tools and incentives to help their employees improve their health and…
Harlowton, Montana is an excellent example of a community dedicated to creating a healthy environment. The community supports healthy choices, and provides community members with the facilities needed to make healthy choices. When the Milwaukee Railroad closed the tracks through…
Jackson’s Garden is a volunteer operated communal garden located in Sheridan, Montana. Our mission is to sustainably support gardening for production, education, and enjoyment of our community. Jackson’s Garden promotes the health and wellness of our community by producing fresh…