Bright by Text
Bright by Text
Text 406Parents to 274448
Bright by Text helps parents and caregivers make the most out of their early interactions by suggesting fun and easy activities, providing positive parenting tips and resources, ways to aid a child's physical development, and much more. The program is proven to build nurturing caregiver-child relationships and positively impact a child's healthy development and school readiness.
In addition to expert content, Bright by Text includes messages about free and low-cost events and resources specific to the Billings area, such as health clinics, preschool enrollment periods, and fun events for families.
Montana 2-1-1
Montana 2-1-1 connects you with the community resources, services, and assistance you need.Â
Call: 2-1-1 Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Â Visit: montana211.org
 When dialing 2-1-1 in some areas of Montana a trained resource                                Mobile friendly website that can be easily searched for your city's non-profit
         specialist will help you navigate the services in your area.                                                               and government resources.
Early Childhood Education
Food Assistance
School Supplies & Clothing
Rent & Utilities
Aware - Early Head Start
3242 Hesper Rd
406-652-5345
early childhood education & parent support
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Early Head Start
1020 Cook Ave
406-259-2007
childcare & education birth to 5 years for low-income families, teen parents
The Family Tree Nurturing Center
2520 5th Ave S
406-256-3014
respite childcare, parent education & support
Early Childhood Intervention (ECI)
2016 Grand Ave
406-281-5885
early child education & warp-around support
Head Start
615 North 19th St
406-245-7233
comprehensive services for young children & families to achieve school readiness
Family Services
1824 1st Ave N
406-259-2269
food boxes
billingsfamilyservice.org
Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
111 North 31st St
406-237-0520
food stamps
Women, Infant & Children Supplement Nutrition (WIC)
2520 5th Ave S
406-256-3014
respite childcare, parent education & support
Head Start
515 North 19th St
406-245-7233
comprehensive services for young children & families to achieve school readiness
Yellowstone United Methodist Free Store
345 Broadwater Ave
406-259-1897
clothing, linens, kitchen items
 hopeumcbillings.org/free-store
Family Services
1824 1st Ave N
406-259-2269
assistance for utilities, rent deposits, rent assistance
billingsfamilyservice.org
Low Income Energy Assistance Program (LEAP)
HRDC District 7
3116 1st Ave North
406-247-5658
energy assistance
Family Support Services
HealthcareÂ
Child Care Assistance
Housing
SJU C.A.R.E.S
502 N 30th St
406-655-5427
wraparound services to help families move out of crisis
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Community Crisis Center
704 North 30th St
406-259-8800
assists individuals in crisis, experiencing mental health problems
Section 8 - HRDC District 7
3116 1st Ave N
406-247-5658
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program
Billings Urban Indian Health & Wellness Center
1230 N 30th St
406-534-4558
healthcare & other services for Native Americans
RiverStone Health
1245 South 27th St
406-247-5658
healthcare, dental & medication assistance
The Family Tree Nurturing Center
2520 5th Ave S
406-256-3014
respite childcare, parent education & support
YWCA Billings
909 Wyoming Ave
406-652-6303
safe shelter, transitional housing for women & children
Family Support Network
1002 10th St West, Suite 1
406-256-7783
parenting classes & support
Emergency Services
Transportation
Laundry Help
Miscellaneous
Tumbleweed- Youth
505 N 24 St
406-259-2558
emergency shelter, food & support for youth/teens
Wheels for Work - HRDC District 7
2100 6th Ave N
406-245-4659
one time assistance with transportation needs
Youth Dynamics
2334 Lewis Ave
406-245-6539
caregiver support & education, respite care, youth case management & mental health support
Montana Rescue Mission
2520 Minnesota Ave - Women's & Children's Shelter
2822 Minnesota Ave - Men's Shelter
406-259-3800
emergency shelter
YWCA Billings
909 Wyoming Ave
406-652-6303
safe shelter, transitional housing for women & children