Community Partners

Crisis Assistance Services

American Red Cross of Montana
Our program trains volunteers to help families during times of crisis such as wildfires, home and apartment fires, floods and other natural and man-made catastrophes.
Kathryn Hohmann
Regional Director
300 North Wilson, Suite 105A
Bozeman, MT 59715
Phone: (406) 587-4611
Fax: (406) 587-4110
Email:HohmannKat@usa.redcorss.org
Website: www.montanaredcross.org

Anaconda Project Care
Helps to provide a means for people in need to receive food, medicine, gas vouchers, medical assistance, Christmas Dinner Baskets and help in emergency situations.
Carole Kovacich
Director/Treasurer
709 E. Third Street
Anaconda, MT 59711
Phone: 406-563-3842
FAX: 406-563-2451
Email:discoveryhse@in-tch.com

Butte Rescue Mission
A homeless shelter for men, women, and children. Provide beds, meals, and clothing.
Frank Cotton
Executive Director
1204 East Second Street
Butte, MT 59701
Office: 406-782-0925
Store: 406-782-0233
Fax: 406-782-0788
Email: brm@bresnan.net


CCCS, Inc. - Discovery House
A short-term shelter care home for youth between the ages of ten and eighteen who need a safe place, care and/or supervision.
Carole Kovacich
Program Director
709 E. Third Street
Anaconda, MT 59711
Office: 406-563-3842
Fax: 406-563-2451
Discovery House: 406-563-8248
Email:discoveryhse@in-tch.com
Website: www.cccscorp.com

Safe Space, Inc.
Offers 24-hour assistance and support to survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault through various services provided by trained staff and volunteers.
Tonya Geraghty
Executive Director
P.O. Box 594
Butte, MT 59703-0594
Office: 406-782-9807
Fax: 406-782-9807
Crisis: 406-782-8511
Cell: 406-490-9421
 Email: safespacebutte@gmail.com
Website: www.safespaceonline.org

Salvation Army Emergency Family Services
Provides the basic necessities of life for families and individuals that are struggling during an emergency.
Joseph W. Callahan
Unit Director
1229 Harrison Avenue
Butte, MT 59701
406-782-7863
Fax: 406-782-2503
Eamil: Joseph.Callahan@bresnan.net

Services for the Elderly and Persons with Disabilities

Advocacy Program of Southwestern Montana
Fosters social interaction between disabled individuals and their non-disabled peers in the community.
Jodelle Petroni
Executive Director
P.O. Box 726
Butte, MT 59703-0726
Work: 406-494-7708
Cell: 565-9111
Email:hoojp@yahoo.com


Montana Radio Reading Service
A non-profit news and information service provided free of charge to blind, sight-impaired, and physically print impaired individuals.
Kate Cotnoir
Director
P.O. Box 4126
Missoula, MT 59801
1-800-942-7323
Fax: 406-721-1998
Email:radioreading@blackfoot.net

Mountain View Social Development Center
A day program for persons with developmental disabilities providing activities to help them develop skills in making choices and pursuing dreams.
Lisa Kopp
Executive Director
2100 Farragut Avenue
Butte, MT 59701
406-782-1028
Fax: 406-723-7759
Email:mvsdc@in-tch.com

People First of Anaconda
A group of persons with developmental disabilities who learn skills that helps them to advocate how to live and run their own lives.
Lisa Kopp
Advisor
1406 ½ Montana Highway 1 West
Anaconda, MT 59711
406-563-5326
Fax: 406-723-7759
Email:mvsdc@in-tch.com


Public Housing Authority Senior Program
Provides recreational activities that enhance the social opportunities for seniors living in public housing.
Clarisa Hogart
Property Manager
220 Curtis Street
Butte, MT 59701
406-782-6461
Fax: 406-782-6473
Email:chogart@buttehousing.org
Website: www.buttehousing.org


Region IV Family Outreach, Inc.
Provides free home-based education and support services to children and adults who have developmental disabilities.
Colleen McgGee
Program Manager
641 Sampson Street
Butte, MT 59701
406-494-1242
Fax: 406-494-1979
Email:cmcgee@familyoutreach.org
Website: www.familyoutreach.org

Family Services

Bagdad Shrine Center Children’s Transportation Fund
Bagdad Shrine Center provides transportation assistance for families traveling to and from Shriner’s Hospitals. Our transportation funds come from donations, memorials and investment accounts.
Tara Sweet
314 West Park
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 782-6949
Fax: (406) 782-6949*51
E-Mail: bagdadshrine@hotmail.com
Website: www.bagdadshrinecenter.com

Greater Butte Community Coordinated Child Care (4-C’s)
Makes parenting classes available to all families in Silver Bow County, allowing them to learn and grow as they develop their parenting skills.
Brenda Hergott
Executive Director
101 E. Broadway Street
Butte, MT 59701
406-723-4019
Fax: 406-723-6982
Email:bhergott@butte4-cs.org
Website: www.butte4-cs.org

LVA Butte Literacy One-to-One Volunteer Program
A community based organization that provides one-to-one tutoring in basic literacy skills and offers family literacy services.
Vickie Mihelich
Executive Director
P.O. Box 244
Butte, MT 59703-0244
406-723-7905
Fax: 406-723-6196
Email:lvabulit@in-tch.com


LVA Butte Literacy Program, Early Childhood Center
A community based organization that provides early childhood development and adult education to parents and their children ages 0-7.
Vickie Mihelich
Executive Director
P.O. Box 244
Butte, MT 59703-0244
406-723-7905
Fax: 406-723-6196
Email:lvabulit@in-tch.com

Paul Clark Home/McDonald’s Family Place
The Paul Clark Home/McDonald’s Family Place provides temporary lodging for families of patients receiving medical treatment at southwestern Montana area hospitals and healthcare facilities.
Betty J. Ostoj
House Manager
207 South Excelsior Street
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 782-0353
Fax: (406) 782-0353
E-Mail: pchmfp@bresnan.net
Website: www.paulclarkhome.org

Safe Space Suited for Success
Strives to bring dignity and hope for a better future to low-income clients by providing free, professional clothing, accessories, and personal/professional development.
Jori Liva
Program Director
66 W. Park Street, Suite 210C &211
Butte, MT 59701
Hours: MTW 9:00 - 12:00
Thursday 9-2:00
Friday 9-1
406-782-8579
Cell: 406-490-8863
Email:suitedforsuccess@hotmail.com


Salvation Army Back to School Program
Provides low-income children with school supplies, backpack, and clothing so they begin school with confidence and on a level with other children.

Joseph W. Callahan
Unit Director
1229 Harrison Avenue
Butte, MT 59701
406-782-7863
Fax: 406-782-2503
Email:Joseph.Callahan@bresnan.net

Youth Services


Big Brothers Big Sisters of Butte
Successful mentoring relationships for all children who need and want them, contributing to better schools, brighter futures, and a stronger community for all.
Ann M. Courtney
Executive Director
P.O. Box 62
Butte, MT 59703-0062
406-782-9644
Fax: 406-782-0441
Executive Director Email: bbsann@in-tch.com
General Email: bbsbutte@in-tch.com
Website: www.bbsbutte.org


Butte Kiwanis Children’s Sunshine Camp
A summer camp for children from primarily low income families that provides a positive living environment to foster personal growth.
Sharlet Best
Coordinator
P.O. Box 3407
Butte, MT 59702-3407
406-494-3362
Email:sharletbest@yahoo.com

Tom Waring
Director
251 Meadow View Drive
Butte, MT 59701
406-494-3029
Email:twaring@bigskyhsd.com

Butte Family YMCA
The Butte Family YMCA’s Junior Leadership Program for youth between the ages of 11 and 14 teaches leadership skills, responsibility, and work experience.
Sarah De Money
Development Director
2975 Washoe Street
Butte, MT 59701
(406) 782-1266
E-Mail: sdemoney_ymca@bresnan.net
Website: www.butteymca.com


Donna’s House/Youth Center
Our vision is to change our community conditions by increasing the number of out-of-school time programs, by promoting successful youth and strong families.
Paula Van Meel
Program Manager
118 East 7th St.
Anaconda, MT 59711
406-563-5211

Girl Scouts of Montana and Wyoming, Inc.
Serving western Montana to inspire girls to obtain the highest ideals of character, conduct, patriotism, and service that they may become happy and resourceful citizens.

Erika Willis
Chief Development Officer
Girls Scouts of Montana and Wyoming
735 Grand Avenue
Billings, MT 59101
office (406)252-0488
fax (406)252-4063
E-Mail: Ericka@gsmw.org
Website: gsmw.org