HELENA, Mont. (NMB) – Governor Steve Bullock announced this week that six Montana businesses will share more than $600,000 in economic development grant awards. A press release says these grants will support the creation of up to 114 jobs.
The reimbursement grants will be awarded through two programs at the Montana Department of Commerce: The Big Sky Economic Development Trust Fund and the Primary Sector Workforce Training Grant.
The Big Sky Economic Development Authority will receive a grant on behalf of Fort Belknap Planning and Development Corporation, which estimates it will create 86 jobs and will be reimbursed up to $404,200. Grant funds will be used to purchase equipment, fixtures, furniture, construction materials and for wage reimbursement.
Phillips County will receive a grant on behalf of Big Sandy Meat Shop, which estimates it will create five jobs and will be reimbursed up to $37,500. Grant funds will be used to purchase equipment, construction materials, and for wage reimbursement.
