Froid Community Rallies Behind Orozco Family with Benefit

Local businesses and residents come together to support Roberto Orozco-Ramirez and his family.

Published on Feb. 26, 2026

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A planned benefit for the family of Roberto Orozco-Ramirez on February 28th in Froid, Montana has seen an outpouring of support from the local community. The event, which will feature a smoked pulled pork or shredded beef sandwich dinner, silent auction, and more, is being organized by a group of Froid and Culbertson area residents to support Orozco while he remains in custody in Great Falls on a charge of Illegal Reentry to the U.S.

Why it matters

The Orozco family benefit highlights the tight-knit community in Froid and the surrounding area, where residents have rallied to support one of their own despite his legal troubles. It also underscores the challenges faced by immigrant families in rural America who may lack a strong support network.

The details

The benefit will take place at the Froid Community Center on Saturday, February 28th from 4-6pm, with to-go orders available from 3:30-6pm. The menu will feature smoked pulled pork or shredded beef sandwiches, coleslaw, baked beans, and dessert. A silent auction will also be held, with items donated by over 30 local businesses and individuals. Organizers include the Nordlund family, Stephanie Fossum, Shele Seyl-Christoffersen, Kaitlyn Dahlberg, and Laurie Young.

  • The benefit is scheduled for Saturday, February 28, 2026 from 4-6pm.
  • To-go orders will be available from 3:30-6pm on the day of the event.

The players

Roberto Orozco-Ramirez

The individual for whom the benefit is being held, who remains in custody in Great Falls on a charge of Illegal Reentry to the U.S.

Keith Nordlund

A Froid resident who is one of the main organizers of the benefit and can be contacted for more information.

Stephanie Fossum

One of the Froid and Culbertson area residents responsible for planning the Orozco family benefit.

Shele Seyl-Christoffersen

One of the Froid and Culbertson area residents responsible for planning the Orozco family benefit.

Kaitlyn Dahlberg

One of the Froid and Culbertson area residents responsible for planning the Orozco family benefit.

Laurie Young

One of the Froid and Culbertson area residents responsible for planning the Orozco family benefit.

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What they’re saying

“For more information about the benefit, call Keith Nordlund at 406-963-7155 or visit his Facebook page.”

— Keith Nordlund (northernplainsindependent.com)

What’s next

The judge overseeing Orozco's case will make a decision on his legal status in the coming weeks, which could impact the ongoing community support efforts.

The takeaway

The Orozco family benefit demonstrates the power of small-town community spirit, as residents in Froid and the surrounding area have come together to support one of their own during a difficult time. This outpouring of local support underscores the importance of tight-knit communities, especially for immigrant families who may lack a broader support network.