Public Assistance
SNAP
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), formerly called food stamps, provides food benefits to low-income individuals and families to supplement their grocery budget.
Emergency Energy Assistance
This program is for those in danger of losing the heat in their home imeediately or in the coming days.
Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP)
The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program offers financial assistance to househols for home heating costs.
Housing Choice Voucher Program (Section 8)
Housing Choice Voucher program provides an ongoing federal rental subsidy for qualifying households.
Need support navigating these resources? Email basicneeds@montana.edu with questions or set up a meeting with our Basic Needs Program Manger through our Meeting Scheduler.
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