Little Woodbank

05/29/2026

Well... it looks like we'll be spending the next three days introducing this lonely pile of logs to our processor.
Between this project and Monday's workday, we'll be north of 100 cords processed in May alone.
Back when we set our summer goal of 200 cords, we thought we were aiming pretty high.
Now we're starting to wonder if we aimed high enough.
Every one of these logs has the potential to become heat for a family, veteran, senior, or neighbor in need.
Time for a new goal. 🔥

05/28/2026

One month into the 2026 season, and we have already delivered 70 cords of firewood across Northwest Montana.
That is nearly 2/3 of the total wood delivered last year.
The need is growing. But so is the community stepping up to meet it.
Thank you to every volunteer, donor, partner, driver, and supporter helping turn donated wood into winter heat for local families.
We are just getting started.

We’re excited to announce that, thanks to a generous grant from Alliance for Green Heat and support from the Town Pump Charitable Foundation, The Little Woodbank has invested in a new Tajfun RCA 400 JOY firewood processor.

05/02/2026

What's a guy to do when a key piece of equipment "Truck" goes down.
Adapt and overcome.
Pulled the back up beast out of storage. She fired right over after getting the batteries reconnected.
She may be old, but she is still quite capable to get some hauling done.
I have about 10 truck loads of this wood to process and get out to some very greatful people. It is a great mix of various pine.
I will be splitting it as it comes off the old beast and then quick turning it for a delivery.

03/31/2026

We will be hitting the ground running on 11 April.
We have a new portable wood processor so we are gonna be able to help out even more people this year.
Looking for anyone that has wood to donate and we will process and deliver it to those in need.
We will also be looking for wood to help build up the woodbank in Columbia Falls after they helped us out with a bunch of folks this last winter.
We will be able to utilize lots of volunteers this year.
Come on out and help us have a record year this year.

01/21/2026

12/18/2025

Storm Cleanup Logs Requested for Community Firewood Assistance
Following recent storm activity in the Kalispell area, The Little Woodbank is accepting clean logs for donation to support local residents who rely on firewood for home heating.
Community members, landowners, and arborists with storm-damaged trees are invited to bring bucked and limbed logs to designated collection points. Logs do not need to be cut to firewood length and may remain long if that is easier for transport.
Donation requirements:
• Logs must be bucked and fully limbed
• No limbs, brush, or slash
• Logs do not need to be cut to 16-inch lengths
• Logs may be delivered in long lengths
• Please call ahead before delivering so collection site volunteers can be notified
Current Collection Points
• Kila New Beginnings Church
- 150 Cottage Lane, Kila, MT 59920
• St. Richard’s Catholic Church Wood Bank
- 1210 9th Street W, Columbia Falls, MT 59912
• Loon Lake 4-H Camp
- 29906 Loon Lake Road, Bigfork, MT 59911
Additional collection points may be added as needed.
All donated logs will be processed by The Little Woodbank and distributed at no cost to individuals and families who cannot afford firewood, including veterans, seniors, and low-income households.
Arborists or companies with questions about acceptable donations are encouraged to contact The Little Woodbank directly prior to delivery.
Please note: The Little Woodbank is unable to provide tree removal or pickup services.

About The Little Woodbank
The Little Woodbank is a disabled veteran–led 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to reducing heating insecurity in the Flathead Valley by providing free, sustainably sourced firewood to individuals and families who cannot afford it. Founded in response to a demonstrated community need and fueled by volunteer energy, The Little Woodbank has been supporting neighbors for over eight years.
Through partnerships with local churches, forestry professionals, arborists, logger volunteers, and community organizations, The Little Woodbank has helped hundreds of households access the firewood they need to stay warm through Montana winters. The organization coordinates collection, processing, and distribution to ensure donated wood makes it into the hands of those who need it most.
EIN: 99-4098952
For questions or to coordinate deliveries, please contact:
David Puerner
The Little Woodbank
406-399-3901

11/03/2025

Even though we are not in Montana until April. If you need wood call us. We have contacts that may be able to help you out.
We are still working on Woodbank issues.
Today we had a nationwide zoom meeting about making a Nationwide Coalition of woodbanks. By working together we will be able to accomplish many great things.
If you have any ideas you would like us to present please let us know.

09/03/2025

This isn’t just about hurricanes. Let's be real for a minute. It's about any weather including the crazy wind storms we've been seeing in the valley the last few years. It's also about wildfires and the damage they can do. If you have questions about how to be more prepared - drop us a line.

Keep your land safe and your home protected with LogOX.

08/20/2025

We have 8 more seats available for our Chainsaw Course.
It is a Team Rubicon course so this is a great chance to get free training and deploy to a Disaster area with them if you ever want to go help folks out.
Signing up for TR does not require you to deploy un less you want to.
Sign up here. If you need help please reach us.
https://rollcall-events.teamrubiconusa.org/

https://rollcall-events.teamrubiconusa.org/event/sessions?id=Chainsaw_Operations_1_2_days_In-person_instructor-led655061904

Join Team Rubicon disaster response. Learn how military veteran-led Team Rubicon assists communities affected by disasters and sign up today.

08/11/2025

Partner Spotlight – LogOX
Tool donation? ✔️ Community impact? ✔️ Veteran-supporting mission? Double ✔️
We're proud to call LogOX a partner. They donated essential log handling tools that make our volunteer work faster and safer. These aren't just tools — they're force multipliers for disabled volunteers, older sawyers, and first-time helpers.
Thank you, LogOX, for standing behind The Little Woodbank.