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Welcome to “Good News” – A Celebration of Helena!

The Helena Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to launch “Good News” — a weekly blog dedicated to sharing the positive stories that make our community shine. From local achievements and community service to moments of pride and progress, Good News is all about highlighting what’s going right in Helena.

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Montana Community Foundation Awarded $1.5 Million in Grants

Earlier this month, the Montana Community Foundation awarded $1.5 million in grants to 26 Montana nonprofits through the Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund. Of these 26 organizations, four are based in Helena, receiving a combined total of $282,682 in grant funding. “We are honored to continue our work with the Otto Bremer Trust in supporting the health

Supporting Our Neighbors

The United Way of the Lewis and Clark Area is proud to support local families and strengthen our community through events like SeptemberFest. As we wrap up this year’s festival, we’re excited to share how those efforts are already making an impact. The first recipient was a familiar face from right here in Helena, Kyle,

REALTORS® Give Back

Each year, the Helena Association of REALTORS® (HAR) receives a portion of funds from the Montana Regional MLS, collected from member MLS infractions during the previous year. HAR proudly donates these funds to a local nonprofit organization. HAR Association Executive Desirae Lindquist was pleased to present a check for $3,618.85 to Steven Ferriter with the

Non-Profit Partnership

In September, Dinners Done Right hosted their second Community Non-Profit Days. Each Thursday, they donated 10% of their sales to the Lewis & Clark Humane Society. This accomplishment was made possible by the generous support of the Helena community. We were delighted to present a check for $500 to LCHS, enabling them to continue their

Rethinking Accountability: A Powerful Shift in Leadership

What a fantastic turnout and an even more impactful session! The room was buzzing with energy as leaders from across the community gathered to explore a fresh, empowering approach to accountability. Far from the traditional punitive mindset, this session offered a transformative perspective—one that left attendees inspired, equipped, and ready to lead with renewed purpose.

Success at SeptemberFest

Success at SeptemberFest! The 5th Annual Helena SeptemberFest was a rousing success. Each year it this event gets bigger and better. We had 152 registered runners in the 1K for United Way donut run, compared to our previous record of 43 participants. The 29 Dinosaur balloon sculptures were all over downtown and included our first

ExplorationWorks Announces Opening of New Exhibit & Classroom Space

ExplorationWorks is preparing to expand with the addition of an enclosed classroom and exhibit space, soon to include the Discovery Lab and the immersive Anywhere Room. This expansion will transform the old balcony into dynamic spaces designed to engage students, teachers, families, and the broader community year-round. Key Features & Educational Impact•Discovery Lab: A dedicated

Bands for Lands Brings Music, Community, and Conservation Together

This summer, Wild Montana launched a brand-new event in Helena: Bands for Lands. Designedto bring people together around music, community, and conservation, the concert series quicklybecame a highlight of the season. Over the course of June and July, local bands from Helena performed on five Monday eveningsat the historic Bluestone Building. Each week, a new

3-Peat for the Helena Farmers’ Market

HELENA, MT – The results are in, and Helena has done it again. The Helena Farmers’ Market has officially been named the Best Farmers’ Market in Montana by Distinctly Montana Magazine for the third year in a row, earning a three-peat victory in the publication’s largest-ever “Best of Montana” contest. “The competition was absolutely fierce this year; our biggest ever,”

Non-Profit Partnership

In August, Dinners Done Right initiated their inaugural Community Non-Profit Days. Every Thursday, they contributed 10% of their sales to the Angel Fund. This achievement was made possible through the generous support of the Helena community. We proudly presented a check for $500 to the Angel Fund, aimed at assisting local school children with various