Hi-Line Brief - Christmas Cash program set to launch

For the 26th year in a row, the Havre Area Chamber of Commerce will hold its Christmas Cash program that will enable Hi-Line residents to do their Christmas shopping, save money and keep dollars in the local economy.

“There will be many opportunities to shop globally over the next several weeks but hopefully as holiday shoppers work through their holiday lists, they will give area businesses a  first chance,” said Debbie Vandeberg, executive director of the Chamber.

Consumers with approved credit can get an interest-free loan of between $500 to $1,500 that can be spent at one of 50 participating chamber member businesses. Three locally based financial institutions: Bear Paw Credit Union, Independence Bank and Stockman Bank.

The program to support local businesses and ensure the area economy remains vibrant, has over the past 25 years kept nearly $7 million in the local economy.

Loans will become available starting Nov. 2.