Schedule of Events

What does it mean to rent in Missoula in 2026? From affordability and availability to stability and quality of life, renting plays a major role in our community’s housing landscape. This forum will feature new data from a community-wide renter survey led by Front Step Community Land Trust, insights from the Missoula Organization of Realtors’ Five Valleys Housing Report, and perspectives from renters and tenant organizers with the Missoula Tenants Union. Together, we will examine the challenges facing renters, the factors shaping the local market, and opportunities to create a healthier housing ecosystem for everyone.

Panelist:

Jana Richter, Community Engagement Specialist at Front Step Community Land Trust

Brint Wahlberg, Chair of the Missoula Organization of Realtors Housing Report

Jackson Sapp, Organizer at Missoula Tenants Union

Join City Club Missoula for an engaging conversation on the state of our local news in Western Montana and what news organizations and leaders see for the future of local news.

Panelists:

Eric Whitney – Senior Editor on the National Desk at NPR, and Bureau Chief for the Rocky Mountains and Great Plains

John Adams – Founder & Executive Director, Montana Free Press

Matthew Frank – Publisher and Co-Founder,  The Pulp

** Please note that the deadline to order lunch is May 31st. 

Join City Club Missoula for a conversation exploring the historic transfer of wealth underway in Montana, and what it means for communities across the state. Montana Community Foundation will provide a statewide perspective on charitable giving trends, donor behavior, and emerging opportunities. Missoula Community Foundation will ground the discussion locally, sharing insights into how Missoula donors are approaching legacy giving, estate planning, and community needs. Seeley Lake Community Foundation will offer a rural lens, highlighting the launch of a community needs assessment and the unique opportunities for impact in smaller communities. Together, these perspectives will explore how philanthropy is shaping Montana’s future and what resources and strategies can help donors make a lasting difference.

Panelists:

Alley Fontenot, Gift and Estate Planning Director, Montana Community Foundation

Marcy Allen, CEO, Missoula Community Foundation

Claire Muller, Executive Director, Seeley Lake Community Foundation