BUSINESS RESOURCES

BUSINESS EDUCATION & LINKS

U.S. SBA (Small Business Administration) Links

• Starting and Managing a Business

• Local Assistance

• Managing a Business

• Contracting

• SBA Learning Center

• Loans & Grants

Information for The State of Montana

• Secretary of State Home Page

• Useful Links at SOS

• SOS FAQ's

Local Resources

• Triangle Communications

  • Grants

  • Internet and Phone

• Banks

  • First Bank of Montana

  • Russell Country FCU

  • U.S. Bank

  • Stockman Bank

• City of Fort Benton

Student Research

• How to Start an LLC in Montana

LOAN RESOURCES

Bear Paw Development Corporation is offering a Business Revitalization Loan Fund designed to help small businesses and nonprofits improve their buildings, enhance curb appeal, and support downtown revitalization efforts across our five-county region. Apply Here!

Loan highlights include:

• Loan amounts from $1,000 to $15,000

• Zero interest

• Match required

• Up to 5 years for repayment

Eligible uses may include exterior and interior building improvements, façade upgrades, and other projects that contribute to community revitalization.

Great Falls Development Alliance serves not just Great Falls, but also the surrounding rural communities, including Fort Benton. They offer business building resources and loans.

Triangle Communications Interest Free Loans

GRANTS

AARP Community Challenge Grant
Due March 4, 2026

Montana Department of Commerce Grants
Updated regularly—deadlines ongoing

Montana Farmers Union Foundation Community Grants
Due May 4th, 2026

Triangle Communications Business Boost Grants
Reviewed Monthly

Central Montana Tourism Partners Cooperative Grant
Reviewed quarterly

Red Ants Pants Foundation Community Grant
Letters of Intent due February 15, 2026