Distinctly Montana Magazine

42 D I S T I N C T LY M O N TA N A M A G A Z I N E • S P R I N G 2 0 2 5 GETTING THE WORD OUT A well-designed logo serves as a pow- erful symbol, helping people easily recognize and connect with the organization's mission and their role in supporting it. While the Montana Hope Project's work may not be known to everyone, the image of their teddy bear in a trooper uniform is instantly recognizable to many Montanans. The original design was created by the late Stan Lyn- de, creator of the long-running Western comic strip, "Rick O'Shay." "Stan Lynde was a longtime supporter of the Montana Hope Project," explains Justus Johnson, who has created 10 to 15 full reworkings of the cartoon logo for the organization in recent years. "He was an amazing artist who was well- loved and respected throughout the state. He is important to the history of art and Montana overall, and was a heck of an artist of the Western art style." Justus created new variations of the design by building off of Stan's original logo. The updated logos are featured on everything from fundraising merchandise to the organization's license plates. Today, Justus is a valued member of the larger Montana Hope Project family. "I've probably never been part of a more welcoming community," he says. "It is very rewarding and uplifting to understand that, as important as this is to me, my involvement is apparently very important to them too. This is a family for people who are on the tougher side of things, but also for anyone who is involved with it. How can you not want to be involved in something like that?" GET INVOLVED The Montana Hope Project can only continue to make wishes come true with the help of volunteers, generous donors, and fundraising efforts. In addition to raffling off a 1967 Chevrolet SS-396 later this year, the non-profit also has an online shop with dozens of options for the whole family. Montana Hope Project license plates are available through your local county treasurer's office. The organization is especially excited about its 2025 corporate sponsorship options, which include an invite to the group's reunions, dinner and accommodations at Fair- mont Hot Springs, and advertising components, among other perks. To learn more about the Montana Hope Project and how you or your business can get involved, visit montanahope.org. Committed to care and service. MONTANA'S PREMIER COMPOUNDING PHARMACY • Bioidentical Hormone Replacement • Low-Dose Naltrexone • Weight Management • Dermatology • Pain Management • Veterinary Medications Creating customized medications for over 60 years Made Locally... Shipped to Your Door Insurance Billing—including Medicaid 406.869.0100 www.jurospharmacy.com Call TODAY! Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Adrenal & Thyroid Support | Pain Management Dermatology | Veterinary Medications 406.869.0100 • www.jurospharmacy.com Compounding Pharmacy Insurance Billing-including Medicaid Serving Montana for Over 60 Years J UR S ' O PHARMACY HEALTH & WELLNESS Anderson Specialty Pharmacy is now Creating Customized Medications for Your Unique Needs Same commitment to Care and Service Under a New Name Montana's Premier Made Locally... Shipped to Your Door Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Adrenal & Thyroid Support | Pain Management Dermatology | Veterinary Medications 406.869.0100 • www.jurospharmacy.com Compounding Pharmacy Insurance Billing-including Medicaid Serving Montana for Over 60 Years J UR S ' O PHARMACY HEALTH & WELLNESS Anderson Specialty Pharmacy is now Creating Customized Medications for Your Unique Needs Same commitment to Care and Service Under a New Name Montana's Premier Made Locally... Shipped to Your Door Committed to care and service. Call TODAY! mOntana's Premier Creating customized Medications for Your unique needs COMPOUNDING PHARMACY Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Low-Dose Naltrexone Weight Management Dermatology Pain management Veterinary Medications Serving montana for over 60 years 406.869.0100 Www.jurospharmacy.com Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Adrenal & Thyroid Support | Pain Management Dermatology | Veterinary Medications 406.869.0100 • www.jurospharmacy.com Compounding Pharmacy Insurance Billing-including Medicaid Serving Montana for Over 60 Years J UR S ' O PHARMACY HEALTH & WELLNESS Anderson Specialty Pharmacy is now Creating Customized Medications for Your Unique Needs Same commitment to Care and Service Under a New Name Montana's Premier Made Locally... Shipped to Your Door

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