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    REO believes that everyone should have the opportunity for economic independence.

Montana Rural Employment Opportunities

Because REO believes that everyone should have the opportunity for economic independence,

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  • creates employment opportunities,
  • educates individuals, families and communities,
  • advocates for the elimination of poverty.

Rural Employment Opportunities (REO) provides outreach and educational services in all of Montana’s 56 counties to more than 400 adults and 900 children each year.  The goal of REO’s NFJP program is to increase the economic self-sufficiency of farm worker families.  Through REO’s programs, Montana’s agricultural workers have access to educational programs to complete their high school credentials, job training, and/or college certificates/degrees.  These opportunities lead to full-time employment, improved family income, and greater economic security.

Supporting Montana Agricultural Families

REO supports agricultural workers and their families with:

  • Job search, placement and growth.
  • Employment security and wage advancement.
  • Funding for tuition, books and other related training costs
  • Supportive services such as food and gas.

REO is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Program and abides by all federal and state EOC regulations and laws.  Equal Opportunity is the law.  Program financed 100% with federal funds of $783,057 with 0% nongovernmental funds.

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