The Flathead Food Bank is set to benefit from the 13th annual Closing the Hunger Gap food drive held by Fundraiser Alliance Title & Escrow. The food and funds collection will take place at Flathead Valley branches throughout May, with a portion of the revenue generated also being donated to the cause. Drop-offs can be made during business hours, Monday to Friday, until May 31. Since its inception in 2012, this campaign has contributed a staggering 268,116 pounds of food and $377,184 to local communities in need.
The Bigfork Chamber of Commerce will be hosting its May Sundowner on May 9 at 5 p.m. at Tall Pine located at 435 Grand Drive in Bigfork. This event offers business professionals an opportunity to network and learn about upcoming events in the community.
On May 14, the Columbia Falls Chamber of Commerce will hold its May membership luncheon at 11:30 a.m. at Cedar Creek Lodge, 930 Second Ave. W in Columbia Falls. The guest speaker for this event is Doug Mitchell, the executive director of the Glacier National Park Conservancy. This luncheon provides an excellent opportunity for members to connect with one another and hear about upcoming events and opportunities within the community.
Businesses looking to make the most out of their chamber membership should attend the Maximize Your Membership session hosted by the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce on May 6 from 8-9 a.m. at their location at 2 South Main St., Suite 205. This session offers valuable information on how to get the most benefits from being a chamber member, including access to exclusive events and networking opportunities, as well as discounts on products and services from other members of the community.
Additionally, attendees are invited to join the Kalispell Chamber of Commerce’s government affairs committee meeting on May 6 at noon at their location at 2 South Main St., Suite