The resources contained within this list are only a portion of the resources available to both large and small businesses here in Montana. This list is just the beginning! MIBA’s hope is that the website will be used often by people like you and, that everyone will enhance the list with corrections, additions and suggestions.
The key with each of the listed resources is eligibility. Montana Department of Commerce programs, for example, each have differing eligibility requirements. In the Indian Country Economic Development program, only tribes can apply. Commerce Regional Development Officers and Program Managers help applicants sort out and understand eligibility criteria. Please feel free to ask questions and obtain clarification.
Remember that MIBA and all of the resources contained here are entities of support that want Indian-owned business to succeed!
Administration for Native Americans
Mail Stop: 2nd Fl. West Aerospace Center
370 L'Enfant Promenade SW
Washington, D.C. 20447-0002
(877) 922-9262
http://www.acf.hhs.gov/programs/ana/programs/grantee_corner/guides.html
Economic development for tribal governments and native people is critically important. The development of independent, tribally-owned businesses is an inherent part of cultural survival, and tribes have grown stronger through these efforts. ANA, in partnership with ACKCO, developed three Indian Business Guides on CDs for social entrepreneurs, tribal enterprises, and Indian business owners; each provides a step-by-step process for individuals and tribes interested in business development.
Blackfeet Reservation Development Fund, Inc.
P.O. Box 3029, 101 Pata Street
Browning, Montana 59417-3029
(406) 338-2992
Fax ~ (406) 338-2751
The mission of the Blackfeet Fund is to promote the economic and social well-being of tribal membership of the Blackfeet Reservation by facilitating the organization of financial capital for local business investment, education community members about financial and business issues, and by working with other community institutions to facilitate positive changes. It also becomes engaged in regional and national issues of importance to Indian people when such action is consistent with the overall mission.
Browning Community Development Corporation
P.O. Box 1218
308 1st Avenue SW
Browning, Montana 59417
(406) 338-4015
Fax ~ (406) 338-2605
Browning Community Development Corporation (BCDC) is a community based nonprofit organization dedicated to further social and economic opportunities on the Blackfeet Reservation.
301 South Park – Room 107
Helena, Montana 59620-0505
(406) 841-2740
Fax ~ (406) 841-2731
The Census and Economic Information Center (CEIC) provides demographic and economic data and analysis, GIS support, technical assistance and training. CEIC assists Montana businesses and communities along with schools and government agencies to access and use this information for decision-making.
Consumer Credit Counseling Service of Montana, Inc.
2022 Central Avenue, P.O. Box 2326
Great Falls, Montana 59401-2326
(406) 761-8721
Fax ~ (406)761-8622
CCCS provides programs and develops partnerships to help youth, individuals, and families in achieving economic independence.
P.O. Box 7113
Billings, Montana 59103-7113
(406) 255-5393
Fax ~ 255-5311
The mission of First Interstate Foundation is to assist the First Interstate Bank family in being a leading corporate citizen in the communities we serve. The foundation achieves its mission by carrying out First Interstate’s Commitment to Community. It provides resources and leadership to community development efforts that assist low and moderate income communities and individuals as well as neighborhood projects and activities.
Fort Belknap Tribal College’s Small Business Development Center
P.O. Box 159
Harlem, Montana 59526
(406) 353-4672
Fax ~ (406) 353-2774
Fort Belknap’s Small Business Development Center’s mission is to provide education, training and technical assistance to community members to encourage a self-sufficient lifestyle within the Fort Belknap Reservation.
Fort Peck Community College Bookstore
P.O. Box 398
Poplar, Montana 59255-0398
(406) 768-3213
Fax ~ (406) 768-3213
The college serves the constituency of the reservation populations by maintaining an occupational training program based on the needs of the people living on and near the reservation and on potential employment opportunities available in the region. FPCC serves the people of the Fort Peck Indian Reservation and northeastern Montana as a medium of Indian awareness, enabling increased self-awareness. The college serves the people by initiating and supporting community activities and organizations based on the needs and wishes of community members.
P.O. Box 1027
Poplar, Montana 59255-1027
(406) 768-5815
Fax ~ (406) 768-5812
To assist in developing and maintaining knowledgeable, self-sufficient individual and economic prosperity throughout wholesome Fort Peck Reservation communities.
112 South 7th Street
Livingston, Montana 59047
(406) 222-9670
Golnar Management Services provides skill and experience in helping your business or organization to meet the challenges it faces in a rapidly changing world.
Governor’s Office - State Capitol ~ Coordinator of Indian Affairs
P.O. Box 201001
Helena, Montana 59620-0801
(406) 444-3713
Fax ~ (406) 444-1350
To serve the Montana delegation in the Federal Congress as an advisor and intermediary in the field of Indian affairs; and act as a liaison for representative Indian organizations and groups, public and private, whenever the state coordinator’s support is solicited by tribal governmental entities. To provide assistance to tribal councils or their official designees requesting assistance on any matter relating to education, health, natural resources, and economic development on Indian reservation lands.
P.O. Box 370, One Forestry Lane
Crow Agency, Montana 59022-0370
(406) 638-3118
Fax ~ (406) 638-3169
Little Big Horn College, a 1994 Land Grant Institution is the Crow higher education and cultural center that grants Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees and certificates in areas that reflect the developing economic opportunities and social needs of the Crow Indian Reservation and surrounding communities, offering instruction by traditional and distance education methods. The college is dedicated to the professional, vocational and personal development of individual students for their advancement in higher education or in the workplace and inspiring Crow and American Indian Scholarship. The college is committed to the preservation, perpetuation and protection of Crow culture and language, and respects the distinct bilingual and bicultural aspects of the Crow Indian community. Little Big Horn College is committed to the advancement of the Crow Indian family and community building.
Minority Business Development Agency
1401 Constitution Avenue, N.W.
Washington, D.C. 20230
(888) 324-1551
http://www.mbda.gov/main/who-is-mbda
The Minority Business Development Agency (MBDA) is part of the U.S. Department of Commerce. MBDA is the only federal agency created specifically to foster the establishment and growth of minority-owned businesses in America.
P.O. Box 202201
Helena MT 59620-2201
(406) 444-6430
Fax ~ (406) 444-6548
Indian Art Market Development Specialist
335 Seiwert Lane
Billings, Montana 59105
(406) 545-8983
The Montana Arts Council is the agency of state government established to develop the creative potential of all Montanans, advance education, spur economic vibrancy and revitalize communities through involvement in the arts.
Montana Cooperative Development Center
P.O. Box 3027
Great Falls, Montana 59403-3027
(406) 727-1517
Fax ~ (406) 727-2864
To promote and develop cooperatives to meet the economic and community needs of rural Montana.
Montana Department of Agriculture
303 North Roberts Street, P.O. Box 200201
Helena, Montana 59620-0201
(406) 444-2402
Fax ~ (406) 444-9442
http://agr.mt.gov/business/GTA.asp
To protect producers and consumers and to enhance and develop agriculture and allied industries.
Montana Department of Commerce
Business Resources Division
301 South Park - Room 107
Helena, Montana 59620-0505
(406) 841-2730
Fax ~ (406) 841-2731
http://www.mtfinanceonline.com/brdbusinessfinance.mcpx
The Business Resources Division assists businesses and communities of Montana in achieving economic prosperity. The Department of Commerce through its employees, community partners, public outreach, and media contacts enhances economic prosperity in Montana; fosters community led diversification and sustainability of a growing economy; maintains and improves our infrastructure, housing and facilities; and promotes and enhances Montana's positive national and international image.
Montana Department of Commerce
Primary Sector Workforce Training
301 South Park Avenue
Helena, Montana 59601
P.O. Box 200505
Helena, Montana 59620-0505
(406) 841-2744
Fax ~ (406) 841-2732
http://businessresources.mt.gov/wtg/default.mcpx
The Primary Sector Workforce Training Grant program is a state-funded program that provides grant funds to businesses for training of new and existing full-time workers. Full-time is defined as a predominantly year round position requiring an average of 35 hours of work each week. No more than $5,000 of grant funds will be provided for training each full-time employee.
Montana Department of Transportation
Civil Rights Bureau
2701 Prospect Avenue
Helena, Montana 59620-1001
(406) 444-6331 TTY ~ (800) 335-7592
Fax ~ (406) 444-7685
DBE Supportive Services Program, Civil Rights Bureau
2701 Prospect Avenue
Helena, Montana 59620-1001
800-883-5811
Fax ~ (406) 444-7685
The purpose of the DBE program is to create a level-playing field on which certified DBE companies can compete fairly for MDT federally funded highway projects.
Services:
* To help small disadvantaged businesses equally participate in contracting opportunities funded by USDOT * Receive funds for Training Expenses * Receive one-on-one Technical and Training Assistance * Eligible for USDOT Short-term Financing Program * Receive Contracting Opportunity Announcements * Consultant –Assistance or Student Internship Services * Free attendance to Workshops
National Tribal Development Association
RR 1 Box 694
Box Elder, Montana 59521
(406) 395-4095
Fax ~ (406) 395-4096
www.ntda.info or info@ntda.info or http://www.indiancreditoutreach.com/
Office of Field Policy and Management, Helena HUD – Montana Field Office
100 Neill Avenue # 27
Helena, Montana 59601
(406) 447-1480
Fax ~ (406) 449-5052
HUD's mission is to increase homeownership, support community development and increase access to affordable housing free from discrimination. To fulfill this mission, HUD will embrace high standards of ethics, management and accountability and forge new partnerships--particularly with faith-based and community organizations--that leverage resources and improve HUD's ability to be effective on the community level.
56749 Highway 93
Ronan, Montana 59864
(406) 883-4317
Fax ~ (406) 675-2363
S & K Holding Company’s primary function is to identify opportunities and create mechanisms and support systems that will assure that the tribe and tribal members can take advantage of economic opportunities available in the region. S& K Holding Company also functions as an interface between tribal member entrepreneurs and tribal government in exploring joint venture business partnerships between the private and public sector.
Small Business Development Center
710 1st Avenue North
Great Falls, Montana 59401
(406) 453-8834 ext. 107
(866) 483-2557 ext. 107
Fax ~ (406) 454-2995
www.gfdevelopment.org or sbdc.mt.gov
Guiding Montana businesses to success.
South Eastern Montana Development Corporation: Small Business Development Center
6200 Main Street
P.O. Box 1935
Colstrip, Montana 59323-1935
(406) 748-2990
Fax ~ (406) 748-2990
We assist businesses by providing guidance for financial analysis and projections, business planning, training and marketing assistance. We consult at no cost to you in a confidential friendly environment. We provide additional resources and contacts for professional services, training, and advice.
Services:
* Financial Technical Assistance * Business Plans * Marketing Assistance * Training * Entrepreneurial Development * Business start-up workshops
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
7 West 6th Avenue
Helena, Montana 59626
(406) 447-1487
Cell ~ (406) 799-6602
Fax ~ (406) 449-5052
http://www.hud.gov/local/index.cfm?state=mt
Provide decent, safe, and sanitary affordable housing.
United State Department of the Interior: Bureau of Indian Affairs ~ LOAN GUARANTY PROGRAM
316 North 26th Street
Billings, Montana 59101
(406) 247-7963
Fax ~ (406) 247-7978
http://www.bia.gov/WhoWeAre/AS-IA/IEED/DCI/index.htm#
The program was established by the Indian Financing Act of 1974 to stimulate and increase American Indian entrepreneurship and employment through establishment, acquisition or expansion of Indian-owned or Native Alaskan owned economic enterprises. Loans may be made to finance Indian-owned businesses organized for profit.
United States Small Business Administration
U.S. Small Business Administration
10 West 15th Street
Helena, Montana 59626
(406) 441-1081
Fax ~ (406) 441-1090
Maintain and strengthen the nation’s economy by aiding, counseling, assisting and protecting the interest of small businesses and by helping families and businesses recover from national disasters.
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