Montana 211
Last updated August 2026
When you are not sure which Montana program to call, dial 2-1-1. Montana 211 connects you with community resources, services, and help across the state. Call 2-1-1 to speak with a resource specialist 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The service gives referrals for needs like food, housing, and utilities. It also offers targeted help for people hit by emergencies, such as wildfire damage. If a phone call is not easy, you can search on your own online.
At mt211.org you can search a directory by keyword, city, county, or category. You can also include nearby resources within 50, 75, or 100 miles. So even in a small town, you can find services near you.
Montana 211 is a free information and referral service. It connects you to local organizations, but it does not hand out cash or pay your bills itself. The value is knowing which local agency near you can help right now.
Both the 2-1-1 phone line and the online directory work statewide. Residents in any Montana community can call or search. Because local funds open and close often, it helps to call the referrals quickly.
Pair 211 with the state front doors. Apply for SNAP, cash help, and Medicaid at apply.mt.gov. Call Montana Legal Services at 1-800-666-6899 for civil legal help. For food, housing, and utility referrals, keep 2-1-1 handy any hour.
Phone 211
Help available in English and Spanish.
Updated August 2026 Program details can change — confirm with the program directly.
Who qualifies
- Available to everyone in Montana; dial 2-1-1 or search at montana211.org
You may qualify. The program makes the final decision.
How to apply
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Dial 2-1-1 from any Montana phone, any hour.
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Tell the specialist your city or county and what you need.
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Or search the directory at mt211.org by keyword, city, county, or category.
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Write down each referral's name, number, and hours.
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Call the referrals quickly, since local funds change often.
What the application looks like
Common questions
Is Montana 211 free?
Yes. It is a free service, and a resource specialist answers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You can also search at mt211.org.
What can 211 help with?
Referrals for food, housing, utilities, and more, plus targeted help for people affected by emergencies such as wildfire damage.
Can 211 pay my rent or utility bill?
No. It is an information and referral service. It connects you to local organizations, but it does not hand out cash itself.
How do I search online?
Go to mt211.org and search by keyword, city, county, or category. You can include nearby resources within 50, 75, or 100 miles.
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