Banking can be this good.
Clearwater donates to fight hunger
Community Impact Story
Clearwater gives to the Montana Food Bank Network in response to the increased demand for food assistance due to COVID-19.
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A Thirst for Home
Impact Stories
To commemorate our new name, Clearwater teamed up with Imagine Nation Brewing to raise awareness and money for the Missoula Home Coalition.
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A women’s leadership initiative
Impact Stories
Every few weeks or so, a group of women gather for a Fireside Chat with a successful Montanan. Their goal: to learn more about what the path to leadership looks like.
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Expanding into Butte
Impact stories
Our membership and our geographic market are growing, and so, too, is our “bricks-and-mortar” footprint. In 2020, we will open our first branch in Butte, Montana.
Read moreHelping Homeword help others
Impact Stories
When the contract for a full city block on Cooley Street fell through, and the owner posted a “For Sale” sign on the property, Homeword jumped at the opportunity to do something to address Missoula’s affordable housing challenges. We were only too happy to support them.
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Banking can be empowering.
Impact Stories
We’re proud to be working with Nicky to support more women leaders as they build inclusive organizations, starting with ours.
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Banking can build a brighter, more sustainable future.
Impact Stories
Nathan and Ann visited us for a home energy loan because, like us, they believe in living sustainably—and powering a brighter tomorrow here in Montana.
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Banking can strengthen local economies.
Impact Stories
When Sean told us about his goal, a zero-waste Missoula by 2050, we were there with a small business loan—and our business.
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How hard times became the right time
Impact Stories
As Montana developers withdrew during the recession, Clearwater ventured into uncharted waters to keep the dream of affordable housing alive in Ravalli County.
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Owning their future
Impact Stories
The affordable housing crisis prompts Clearwater to finance Kalispell ROC to provide security to mobile home owners.
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