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In 1981 we went on our first overseas mission. Our focus has been on medical education, leaving tools for those who are called to serve the poor. Seeing the overwhelming need, we developed the Lifestream Foundation to help fund projects that came to our attention.

The So Big Mountain House is a Christ-centered maternity home that provides food and shelter for pregnant women and their children and connects each woman with resources to help her develop a better tomorrow for herself and her family.

Helping Grandmas, Grandpas and the Disabled to Stay Safe and Independent by Lending a Helping Hand.

To Equip, Encourage and Empower single homeless women with the skills to enhance their quality of life.

Strengthening our community by creating opportunities that support and inspire women. Founded in 1986 Women’s Opportunity & Resource Development, Inc. (WORD) is one of Missoula’s longest established and most experienced non-profit organizations. Since our founding in 1986, WORD has spearheaded, supported and participated with organizations, agencies and individuals who are committed to building community in Missoula. Vision: At WORD we envision a socially just world where each person is valued and all are empowered to fulfill their potential. We aim to build, through collective action, the socioeconomic, cultural and political conditions that ensure equality, independence and full participation for all. We believe that these conditions are indispensable to the health and sustainability of families, communities and society as a whole. Mission: WORD creates opportunities, programs and policies that inspire and support women’s development, leadership and choice, for the benefit of our entire community. Values: As a feminist organization WORD is committed to modeling and actively promoting ways of working that: - Value and celebrate women’s experiences and contributions; - Respect individual dignity and honor diversity; - Ensure accessibility for those with the least access to resources, value and power; - Are holistic, client-centered and strengths-based; - Encourage creativity, community and openness to change. - Through our programs we offer support, education and training to empower women and their families to move from a place of need to a place of independence, participation and choice. Our programs promote women’s access to stable housing, adequate income, personal/career development, family/school involvement and the creation of policies for social change.

Allies progressive services foster independence for children and adults with diverse needs by building bridges between challenge and opportunity. Allies, Inc. is an accredited nonprofit agency dedicated to providing housing, healthcare, meaningful employment, and recreational opportunities to people with special needs in the communities of their choice. Since 1999, we have been enriching the lives of people with special needs by promoting their greater independence with dignity, respect and understanding. We work one-on-one with families to design a comprehensive assistance plan that meets their specific needs and goals. Allies takes great pride in designing programs that are as individualized and unique as the people we serve.

Engaging people of faith to support and empower homeless families as they return to stability.

The Nehemiah Project is a faith-based initiative that works to build greater awareness of the challenges faced by our nation's at risk and transitioning foster youth. We build local networks of support, while advocating for more effective and supportive policies, to help this "invisible" community develop self-sufficiency and a resilient future.

Sparrow's Nest of Northwest Montana is dedicated to ensuring safe, supportive housing and resources for unaccompanied homeless high school students in the Flathead Valley.

This year, the Santa Claus Shop celebrates its 51st year of continued service here in Summit. The Santa Claus Shop, strictly a volunteer organization, is affiliated with SHIP (Summit Helping Its People). With your help, the Santa Claus Shop magically opens its doors for two days to more than 500 needy families and senior citizens of Summit, New Providence and Berkeley Heights. These individuals are invited to pick out new clothing, house wares and toys for members of their immediate families. On November 29th, 2017 the Santa Claus Shop will open its doors to the community for holiday shopping. Our guests, who are referred to us by social service agencies in the three towns, enjoy a dignified, free shopping experience with complimentary refreshments provided by local businesses and gift wrapping by our volunteers. This project can only continue through the support of those who believe, as we do, that a contribution to the Santa Claus Shop expresses the best values of the holiday season. The shop exists solely based on the donation of local businesses, and volunteers. With the monetary donations from the area residents, local organizations and businesses, the Santa Claus Shop can purchase the gifts that allow less fortunate neighbors to experience the joy of holiday giving without the financial burden.

The Petra Transitional house’s mission is to assist individuals transition back into society by supporting in all areas of livelihood through biblical concepts and disciplines.

At CORE, we believe every young adult deserves the opportunity to pursue a life they value. We believe character, grit, a strong sense of self-worth, and a love of learning are far more critical to success than degrees. We believe our true power lies in understanding we can be or do anything in this world.