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The next General Membership meeting is March 17, 2021 at the GN Lodge Room, 12noon-1pm.  Please join us!   For past meeting minutes, please see the  Meeting Minutes  page.

Phillco Economic Growth Council

Phillco Economic Growth Council

Supporting Growth in Phillips County, Montana Since 1986

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About Us

prairielandscapeThe PhillCo Economic Growth Council is a citizen-driven nonprofit organized in 1986 and based in Phillips County, Montana. The mission is to assist in improving the economic stability of the Phillips County area and the standard of living of its residents. To provide leadership in the county relative to the retention and creation of jobs with expanded wealth of our residents and tax revenue for the communities.  Our organization provides many services such as technical assistance to new and existing businesses, grant writing and management of the Phillips County Community Fund.

Our organization works closely with Bear Paw Development Corporation in Havre, Montana. This partnership gives Phillips County Businesses and residents access to the Small Business Development Center. The Small Business Development Center gives new and existing businesses the tools and knowledge to succeed. Bear Paw Development can also provide low interest loans and technical assistance to businesses who wish to utilize state loan programs.

The communities we serve include: Malta, Saco, Dodson, Whitewater, Zortman, Landusky, and Loring.

What We Do


We offer many services such as technical assistance to new and existing businesses, grant writing and management to the Phillips County Community Fund.  PhillCo also serves as a facilitator to the community, making contacts and connections to better serve the area.  For more information, click here.

Business Resources


Should you choose to open, expand or relocate your business in Phillips County, we welcome you and the opportunity to work with you!  Please contact our office for support and resources to help you get started today.  For more information, click here.

Mission Statement


To assist in improving the economic stability of the Phillips County area and the standard of living of the residents.  To provide leadership in the county relative to the creation of new jobs and new wealth.

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