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Spring and Summer Happenings at the NMCDC:  Real Meals Program, Upcoming Community Dinner, Sponsor the Outdoor Cinema, Summer Youth Program, Double SNAP Dollars
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The North Missoula Community Development Corporation

May Newsletter

Here is the latest and greatest from the NMCDC:

503 East Front
Real Meals Program
Double SNAP Dollars

Westside Community Feast
Burns Street Kids Program
Missoula Outdoor Cinema
Neighborhood/Community Meetings Calendar

Rent the Burns Street Center
Home For Sale by Owner
 
Photo: Michael Gallacher for the Missoulian

The NMCDC receives donation of 503 East Front St

You may have seen the recent article in the Missoulian recounting the NMCDC's newest property- an 1880's era house where one of Missoula's founding fathers lived. The NMCDC continues its due diligence to determine the best course of action that will serve both the NMCDC's mission of affordable home ownership and the historic value of the property. 
For more information, check out the Missoulian article.
Free Cooking and Nutrition Workshop
 
       This go-around, the NMCDC is has invited Scott Johnson, founder of "Where's the bacon, Dad?" to design an affordable meal that the whole family can prepare together.  

Come join us as we cook and eat a meal together, and leave with leftovers and simple recipes for the whole family!


And mark your calendar for the next installment: Homemade Pizza with Heidi West! 
July 14th
5:30PM
1500 Burns Street

Introducing the Double SNAP Dollars Program!

The NMCDC is partnering with the Missoula Food Co-op, the Community Food and Agriculture Coalition, and both Farmer's Markets to bring SNAP (Supplemental Nutritional Assistance Program, aka Food Stamps) matching to Missoula. The Double SNAP Dollars (DSD) program will match, dollar for dollar, SNAP (aka Food Stamps) benefits on fresh, local fruits, vegetables, and other whole foods. For example, if a shopper comes in with $5 in SNAP benefits to spend on local spinach, the program will donate $5 more to spend on other locally produced foods!

If you have never relied on SNAP benefits to feed your family you may be wondering whether there is a need to boost benefits. Well, according to the USDA, the average SNAP recipient in Montana receives $117.53/monthly or only about $3.92 a day to feed themselves. According to the 2013 American Community Survey results, in the Missoula area, around 13% households received SNAP benefits. However, in our North/Westside neighborhood, an even larger proportion of households, about 26%, relied on SNAP benefits. As a result, many people cannot afford nutritious meals and understandably turn to cheap, processed foods, high in sodium, to keep their bellies full. Clearly, we, as a community, must work for change.

Even more, DSD will also benefit local farmers and growers and in turn, our local economy and food system by encouraging dollars to be spent on local food and stay in our community. What more could we ask for?

Although the idea of a DSD program may sound new, many similar programs can be found in over 24 states across the country. Other programs have been incredibly successful at creating access to local, nutritious foods and boosting returns for local farmers and growers. We are currently chatting with these programs to understand the systems and tools of creating a successful program.

To contribute to the Missoula Food Co-op's match pool, visit: 
https://www.crowdrise.com/HealthyFoodforAll

Get in touch with Lacy (lacyjroberts@gmail.com) if you want to be on the volunteer crew for our next community dinner!
Excited about Outdoor Cinema?
We thought you would be, because so are we!  The NMCDC is currently looking for individuals and/or organizations to act as sponsors.  If you are interested please contact Bob at nmcdc@montana.com or call 829-0873 and ask for details and a sponsorship packet.

To get announcements and news about the summer line-up, follow the NMCDC on Facebook!

Upcoming Meetings of Importance to the Neighborhood:

Northside/Westside Neighborhood Council General Meeting
Tuesday May 26th 6-8pm
Lowell School
1200 Sherwood Street

Open House on Russell Street Project
Hosted by the MT Dept of Transportation, City of Missoula, and WGM
Wednesday May 27th 6:30-9:00 pm
Burns Street Community Center
1500 Burns Street
Rent the Burns Street Center

Have you thought about reserving the beautiful Burns Street Center for your next party or meeting?

The space is available for rent Sunday-Thursday after 3:30 pm.
$20/hr for nonprofits,
$35/hr for private parties.
Call or email Lacy to reserve it!
406-829-0873 or lacyjroberts@gmail.com
For Sale by Owner: 3 bedroom home at Burns Street Square 
Contact Portico Real Estate for the real estate listings.
406-327-8787

www.porticorealestate.com

Located at Burns Street Square, these homes are available at this price to homebuyers earning less than 80 percent of the area mean income. 

Each of the homes comes with a stove, refrigerator, and energy-star rated dishwasher. Floor coverings consist of eco-friendly FLOR carpet squares and Marmoleum in modern, vibrant colors. All homes are built with energy heels for added insulation and windows are energy-star rated as well. A central boiler heating system provides low-cost, comfortable heat.
The homes are located next to the Missoula Community Food Co-op and Burns Street Bistro. Amazing community, awesome place to live.
 
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