SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: OFFICE CLOSED ON MONDAY THE 29TH OF MAY

Upcoming Events

Any questions? WhatsApp or text 406-304-9935.

APRIL

• 5 April: Lecture about refuge resettlement, 6p, University of Montana UC Theatre
• 14 April: Women’s Swim Night, 6p to 8p, Currents Aquatic Center at 600 Cregg Lane
• 29 April: College in the United States Information Night
  • Organized by the Lifelong Learning Center
  • 1-3 pm
  • Call 406-549-8765 with questions

MAY

• 4 May: Youth UM Campus Tour
• 5 May: IRC Open House
• 12 May: Women’s Swim Night, 6p to 8p, Currents Aquatic Center at 600 Cregg Lane

JUNE

• 9 June: Last day of Missoula County Public School classes
• 17 June: World Refugee Day Celebration, 3p to 7p, Fort Missoula, 3219 Fort Missoula Road

JULY

AUGUST

SEPTEMBER

• 8 September – 17 September: Welcome Week

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER

What does Soft Landing offer?

Come to our office to say hello or ask for help! No appointment needed. Some of the things we help with include: 

• General questions about life in Missoula 
• Referrals to other organizations that can help you 
• Help with understanding mail, bills and documents
• Any questions? WhatsApp or text 406-304-9935

At our office, there are free items for you to bring home. Take whatever you want. We do not always have what you are looking for, but some things we might have include: 

• Kitchen items like pots and pans 
• Dishes 
• Blankets and bedding 
• Personal items such as soap, shampoo, toothpaste, and more 
• Diapers and wipes 
• Books for kids and adults 
• Toys 
• School supplies 
• Any questions? WhatsApp or text 406-304-9935

After-School Homework Help, 6th thru 12th grade (Middle- and high-school students) ONLY

• Every Tuesday, 3p to 6p 
• Every Thursday, 2p to 6p 
• Must contact Natalia to sign up: call, text, or WhatsApp 406-258-8888

Monthly fun activities for kids, 4th thru 12th grade 

• Includes summer programs and after-school or weekend activities during the school year
• Must contact Natalia to sign up: call, text, or WhatsApp 406-258-8888

Help Getting Drivers License 

• Study materials available in English, Dari, Arabic, Swahili, and Spanish
• Help contacting driving office (DMV) to make appointments 
• Any questions? WhatsApp or text 406-304-9935

Adult Learning 

• Citizenship exam preparation 
• Extra English conversation practice 
• Help writing resume and cover letter for jobs 
• Is there something else you’re interested in? WhatsApp or text 406-304-9935.  

Growing Your Own Food 

• Do you want help finding a place to grow vegetables? Please let us know in the spring! 
• Any questions? WhatsApp or text 406-304-9935

Special Events and Parties

• World Refugee Day every June 
• Women’s Swim Nights once a month 
• United We Eat Welcome Dinners
• Welcome Week every September
• Any questions? WhatsApp or text 406-304-9935

United We Eat

United We Eat is our cooking program where chefs share food from their home countries with Missoula. We have a long waitlist, but if you are interested in cooking, please reach out with questions! Call, text, or WhatsApp at 406-304-9935.

Community Opportunities

There are many organizations in Missoula here to support refugees and immigrants. We’ve listed some below.

• Partnership Health Center, one option for lower cost healthcare: (406) 258-4789
• Lifelong Learning Center, free English classes and other learning opportunities: (406) 549-8765
• Missoula Food Bank, shop for more affordable produce and groceries: (406) 549-0543
• International Rescue Committee, support for refugees and asylum-seekers: (406) 926-1982
• Missoula Office of Public Assistance, help signing up for federal benefits: 406-329-1200