Families for a Livable Climate is thankful to have been a partner on an inspiring series of webinars during the Spring of 2025. This series was in partnership with ResilienceMT, Families for a Livable Climate, Park County Environmental Council, University of Montana, and Montana State University.

On a recent spring evening, supporters gathered to celebrate five years of climate storytelling, local action, and growing community power at our 5th Anniversary Benefit. Families for a Livable Climate’s spring fundraiser was more than a party - it was a reflection of who we are and why we do this work: because connection is what gives us courage, and joy is a climate solution.

On 4/23/25 at the University of Montana UC Theater, the UM Climate Response Club, MT Plastic Free Missoula, and Families for a Livable Climate Plastics Working Group. hosted a mini sustainability fair, the screening of the documentary of "Single-Use Planet" and a panel discussion about current local solutions in the Missoula community.

Written by Youpa Stein:

“As Rep. Marler has stated, “there are times when government intervention is needed for the good of a greater cause.” The scale of the problems with polystyrene, the urgent need to protect health and the externalized costs all point to the need for responsible regulations. In this case we can’t afford to wait for an abstract theoretical future market response when we have a solution at hand…”

HB 477 would phase out polystyrene (styrofoam) food containers. HB 477 isn’t just about protecting our trout streams, our pristine landscapes, or even our own health; it’s about innovation, entrepreneurship, and the future of Montana’s economy.

Nothing like a little positive reinforcement to clean up the air! Families for a Livable Climate Healthy Schools for Montana Kids group recently planned a No Idling Day at Russell Elementary in Missoula.

The 2025 Climate Advocacy Day - cohosted by over 20 organizations and led by Families for a Livable Climate - saw over 350 Montanans gather at the State Capitol, ready to speak up for their futures and the futures of their families, traditions, and places they hold dear.

Read about the event and next steps here.

Leading up to the 2025 Climate Advocacy Day, we had the privilege of participating in a powerful and inspiring training lead by Montana youth about how to take Climate Action. The training is empowering and educational. It addresses the question of “what can I do?”