Town Pump Launched Annual Food Pantry Fundraiser
The statewide campaign collects donations at registers to support local food pantries through the end of November.
Updated on Oct. 14, 2026 in Philanthropy
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Town Pump has kicked off its annual fundraising campaign, which runs through November 30. The company matches donations collected at its retail locations to assist food pantries struggling with rising costs.
Why it matters
The fundraiser addresses a critical need as increased costs for groceries, gas, and utilities drive more residents to seek food assistance. Participating organizations like the Sagebrush Food Pantry rely on these funds to maintain operations for families in need.
The Sagebrush Food Pantry supports 60 families weekly at the pantry and 80 families at the local school. Volunteers contribute 20-30 hours per week to stock shelves and prepare boxes, while the facility purchases food at 19 cents per pound.
The players
Town Pump
This Montana-based company operates a network of convenience stores, gas stations, casinos, and hotels.
Sagebrush Food Pantry
This Shelby, Montana-based organization provides food assistance to local families and school students.
The details
Customers can donate $1 at the register at Town Pump stores, casinos, and hotels. Donations can also be dropped off at Marias River Electric or First State Bank in Shelby to support the Sagebrush Food Pantry operations.
Timeline
The annual fundraising campaign runs from October 1 to November 30.
The Sagebrush Food Pantry operates on Mondays and Thursdays from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Market Landscape
Corporate-led charitable initiatives like this follow the broader trend of retailers leveraging their physical footprint to combat local inflationary pressures. This aligns with corporate social responsibility models where businesses partner with regional non-profits to address supply-chain-related community needs.
Shoppers can participate by contributing $1 to the campaign at the register, directly helping to increase the total pool of matching funds available. These contributions help stabilize the food supply for 140 families served weekly by the Sagebrush Food Pantry.
The takeaway
Communities can support local food security by participating in corporate matching programs throughout the autumn season. Ensuring consistent funding allows pantries to navigate the impact of rising operational costs on their distribution goals.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to combat food insecurity in our Montana Philanthropy section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Cut Bank Pioneer Press.
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