This is a long one folks so buckle in and learn about different opportunities to provide your thoughts on potential changes in YOUR community TL;DR: Kalispell’s CUP Power Grab – Here’s What You Need to Know Before December 15th Alright Flathead fam, gather ‘round, because there’s some piping hot local-government tea, and it affects pretty much everyone:…
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2025 Board Elections!
It’s that time of the year again! We have five spots with seven awesome candidates to choose from. If you are a member of Forward Montana (aka you have donated $10 or more or volunteered for two hours or more in the past year) you are able to cast five votes! Each vote must be for a…
Introducing our New Executive Director Alice Boyer!
Our Board of Directors has been on a search for the next strategic leader to help Forward Montana meet the unique challenges of 2025 and beyond. We knew we needed someone with the tenacity, heart, and strategic mind to meet this moment, and we’ve found that leader. We’re excited to introduce our incoming Executive Director, Alice…
What the Helena Issue 18: Session Wrap up
This session was rough in many ways – especially in the backdrop of the federal chaos. But, because of your engagement and determination, we defeated so many bad policies and took significant steps forward – in reproductive rights, tenants rights, and youth engagement. While our legislative team recovers from our parasocial relationship with MCAT streaming services,…
What the Helena Issue #17: April 28th-30th, Sine Die
Toplines: The Finish Line; What’s Next; Watchlist + Wins Upcoming Events City Council Candidate Info Session! May 7th, 6- 8 PM @ Black Dog Coffee X 10th Ave, 3115 10th Ave N, Billings. Dreaming of a better future for Billings? City Council makes crucial decisions for our city! Join us and come learn how they…
What the Helena Issue 16: April 21st-25th
Toplines: The Power of the Veto; Sigh, Knee, Dye; Watchlist & Wins Upcoming Events BillingsJoin us Thursday, May 8th 5:30-8:30pm at 406 Pride for our May Stitch and Bitch: Sewn and Seen Montana Trans Quilt Project edition! We’re taking our monthly(ish) Stitch and Bitch and combining it with a wonderful project starting with Butte artist BT and Catalyst Montana. Attendees will…
What the Helena Issue 15: April 14th-18th
Toplines: The Housing Priorities are Cringe; End of Session Action; It’s Time to Let it Go Events, Gatherings and Rallies Community Events Rally to Oppose HB 121 Monday, April 21st, from noon to 1pm at the Missoula County Courthouse. Join Forward Montana, along Free and Fair coalition to rally our support for ACLU MT and…
What the Helena Issue 14 April 7th-11th
Toplines: Another round of transmittal chaos; Let’s take this by issue area Events, Gatherings and Rallies CAPITOL EVENTS April 18th Rally to Defend the MT Supreme Court is CANCELLED! Due to the wins from the past two weeks to protect our impartial judiciary, we are cancelling next week’s rally. Take a moment in the next…
What the Helena Issue #13- March 31st-April 4th
Toplines: Trans People Will Live Forever; State Budget Making Moves; Watchlist + Wins EVENTS, GATHERINGS AND RALLIES CAPITOL EVENTSFriday, April 18, from noon to 1pm Defend the Montana Supreme Court Rally. Some legislators are trying to play politics with the State Supreme Court – but we won’t let that happen! Join Catalyst Montana, Forward Montana,…
What the Helena Issue#12 March 24th-28th
Toplines: Montana Objects to Politicized Courts; Ethical Dilemma in the Senate; Watchlist + Calls to Action. Events, Gatherings and Rallies Trans Day of Visibility: Monday, March 31 from 12-1pm at Montana Capitol Flag Plaza in Helena. Join us at the State Capitol to Rally for Trans Rights to celebrate trans joy, resilience, and community! This…
