Impact the Life of a Person Today
The Poverello Center began as a grassroots effort when a group of concerned citizens banded together to ensure that the most vulnerable members of our community were not left houseless. The Poverello Center still relies on the goodwill and generosity of hundreds of people who donate time, knowledge, money, and supplies to make its services successful after more than 40 years.
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There are Many Ways to Give!
With a contribution to our endowment, you can make a lasting impact while ensuring the Poverello Center can meet the needs of our community now and forever.
Want to give a gift that lasts?
Ongoing Needs
Help stretch our resources, and our budget, by donating any of these ongoing needs.
We rely on community in-kind donations to help us provide basic needs to all who ask. Without your continued support, we wouldn't be able to do what we do. Thank you from all of us at The Poverello!
Food Needs
- Canned or Frozen Veggies & Fruit
- Frozen Sealed Meats
- Canned or Dried Beans
- Juice
- Fresh Veggies and Fruit
- Spices
- Flour
- Pasta
- Rice
- Coffee
Supply Needs
- Floor Cleaner
- Toilet Paper
- Bath and Hand Towels
- Bleach
- Liquid Hand Soap
- Blankets
- Menstruation Products
- Toiletries
- Shampoo & Conditioner
- General Cleaning Supplies
- Paper Plates
- Disposable Cups/Containers
- Spoons and Forks
HOT Needs
- Sleeping Bags
- Warm Hats
- Tents
- Tarps
- Backpacks
- Warm Gloves
- Warm Socks
- Jackets
- Hand Warmers
- Bug Spray
- Sun Screen
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Drop donations off at 1110 W Broadway by going to either door and call the front desk at (406) 529-5643.
Please include your full name and mailing or email address so we can thank you for your donation!
There are so many different ways to give!
Planned Gifts
You can play a part in our future. With a contribution to our endowment, you can make a lasting impact while ensuring the Poverello Center can meet the needs of our community now and forever.
The word “endowment” means simply that your gift will be managed for the benefit of the Poverello forever. The earnings from these investments will be contributed to the Poverello every year and then used to fulfill our mission.
Additionally, giving to the endowment helps you meet your financial and charitable goals while receiving some fantastic tax benefits. With a qualified contribution of $2,500 or more to the endowment, you can take advantage of the Montana Endowment Tax Credit (METC) – a direct credit toward your Montana state tax liability. Individuals can claim up to $15,000 in METC annually or $30,000 for couples filing jointly, and business donors are eligible for up to $15,000 as well.
There are a variety of ways you can give to our endowment, including a gift of stock, a cash gift, a gift of real property, a gift from your IRA - a Qualified Charitable Contribution to satisfy all or part of your Required Minimum Distribution (note: does not qualify for the Montana Endowment Tax Credit), a gift made in your will or trust, a gift that pays you income for life, or a gift of life insurance.
To learn more about how you can support the Poverello through our endowment fund at MCF and take advantage of the tax credit and other benefits, contact Development Director Stephanie Dolan at sdolan@thepoverellocenter.org.
Gifts of Stock and Real Property
Appreciated securities are excellent assets to donate to the Poverello Center, and may provide immediate and long-term tax benefits. Gifts of personal property, such as art or automobiles, and real property, such as homes and farms, are also ways you can help. Please contact your financial, tax and legal counsel to determine if this route is beneficial for you. Learn more by emailing Development Director Stephanie Dolan at sdolan@thepoverellocenter.org.
In-Kind Donations
Food, toiletries, gently used clothing, household items, and many other daily necessities are also needed at the Poverello. For a list of our most pressing needs, scroll up.
Supply donations can be dropped off at either of our shelter locations throughout the winter months. For 1110 W Broadway donations, go to either door and call the front desk at (406) 529-5643.
Sponsor a Meal
Interested in donating a meal to the Pov? We accept food prepared in commercial kitchens to serve during mealtimes. Learn more, contact our volunteer coordinator at volunteer@thepoverellocenter.org.
Volunteer
Another great way individuals and groups can help is by volunteering. You can assist in the kitchen, the admin area, around town with the Homeless Outreach Team, and more. Your time and energy will be greatly appreciated. For more information, contact our volunteer coordinator via the Volunteer webpage and volunteer@thepoverellocenter.org.