Billings Food Bank

08/05/2024

Many thanks to our generous donors and loyal volunteers. We appreciate you so much -- as we have for over 42 years!

We are open from 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. for monthly food box distribution and signups at the Food Bank, 2112 4th Ave. N.

All you need to sign up is a photo ID, proof of physical address and the last four digits of a Social Security number for members of the household receiving food.

If you have questions about our Monday through Friday services, or how to donate or volunteer, call (406) 259-2856 or visit our website at billingsfoodbank.com.

07/04/2024

Happy Fourth of July from the team at Billings Food Bank! Have fun! Stay safe!

For information on our services, call (406) 259-2856.

06/13/2024

Yum! It’s BACK! It’s time for Fortin's Friday $5 Barbecue!

BBQ lunch is served Friday, June 14, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Fortin Café, 2112 4th Ave. N., on the first level of Billings Food Bank.

Our new chef will serve you from a menu featuring many choices: hamburger, cheeseburger, Polish sausage, jalapeño-cheddar brat, three salad options, side dishes, desserts (including apple pie!) and a drink.

Please join us Friday for a great lunch - for only $5!

P.S. The Fortin Café will reopen Monday for weekday meals from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Come on down!

06/10/2024

To our generous donors and loyal volunteers, thank you for helping feed the hungry in our community. We appreciate you!

We are open from 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. for monthly food box distribution and signups at the Food Bank, 2112 4th Ave. N.

All you need to sign up is a photo ID, proof of physical address and the last four digits of a Social Security number for members of the household receiving food.

If you have questions about our Monday through Friday services, or how to donate or volunteer, call (406) 259-2856 or visit our website at billingsfoodbank.com.

05/24/2024

Monday, Memorial Day, is a day of remembrance for all members of the U.S. military who fought and died in service.

Remember their sacrifice as you enjoy your holiday weekend! We will be closed Monday for the holiday.

05/12/2024

05/07/2024

We will be closing at noon on Wednesday, May 8. Sorry for the inconvenience.

We will be open again Thursday from 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. for monthly food box distribution and signups at the Food Bank, 2112 4th Ave. N.

To sign up, you'll need a photo ID, proof of physical address and the last four digits of a Social Security number for all members of the household receiving food.

If you have questions about our Monday through Friday services, or how to donate or volunteer, please call (406) 259-2856 or visit our website at billingsfoodbank.com.

As always, many thanks to our generous donors and loyal volunteers. We appreciate you so much -- as we have for 42+ years!

04/06/2024

Thanks to decades of generosity and hard work from so many volunteers, donors, staff, board members and other supporters, we are marking our 42nd anniversary this month!

The Billings Food Bank was created in April 1982. In early 1982, Nancy and Gordon Englert sent a letter to 80 Billings church leaders asking if their congregations would help feed the hungry by donating nonperishable food items on the first Sunday of each month.

Four churches initially responded and collections took place on April 4, 1982, the first Food Bank Sunday. More than 1,600 items and some cash were donated from First United Presbyterian Church and three Catholic parishes -- St. Thomas the Apostle, St. Pius X and St. Bernard.

Participation increased as the community embraced our mission to feed the hungry, and for that we’re so grateful.

In this 1987 photo, then board members Jim Canan and Bob Lamphere are shown placing the Billings Food Bank sign in front of our newest office/warehouse facility at 2305 Montana Ave. We were 5 years old and growing! More changes in locations over the next 37 years brought us to our current facility at 2212 4th Ave. N.

Please call (406) 259-2856 to learn more about our services and upcoming events, or to explore volunteer opportunities!

Thank you for your support!

03/31/2024

Happy Easter! On this special day, we’d like to thank our donors and volunteers for their ongoing support!

02/22/2024

As we approach our 42nd anniversary in April, there’s no better time to again thank all the donors and volunteers who have helped us feed the hungry for decades.

In this photo, they were busy last year unloading frozen ground beef provided by an area producer. We appreciate their support!

We are open weekdays from 10 a.m.-noon and 1-3 p.m. for monthly food box distribution and signups at the Food Bank, 2112 4th Ave. N.

If you have questions about our services, or how to donate or volunteer, please call (406) 259-2856 or visit our website at billingsfoodbank.com.