About
Welcome Center
Your first stop for support and connection.
Open Since
Families and Clients Served
Hardworking Staff in Team
Given in Support to Families and Children
community closet
Frequently Asked Questions
1. What is the Community Closet?
The Community Closet provides essential items at no cost to families in need, offering practical support during transitions and emergencies throughout the year.
2. Who can access the Community Closet?
Families who connect with our Community Navigation Program can access the Community Closet as part of the support services we offer.
3. What items are available?
The Community Closet includes winter clothing for all ages, baby items such as diapers, formula, wipes, and bottles, as well as a small supply of nonperishable food and seasonal household essentials when available.
4. How does the Community Navigation Program help families?
Our Community Navigation Program offers bilingual support, one-on-one appointments for paperwork and applications, referrals to trusted partners, and guidance on healthcare, schools, housing, and public services in Montana.
5. Is there a cost to receive items or support?
No. All Community Closet items and Community Navigation support services are provided at no cost to families.
Connect with our Community Navigator
Our Community Navigation Program helps families understand their options, complete paperwork, and connect to the right services so they can thrive in Montana.
What we offer:
- Bilingual Navigation Line for Spanish-speaking residents
- One-on-one appointments for paperwork and applications
- Referrals to trusted partners and service providers
- Guidance on healthcare, schools, housing, and public services
- Connections to cultural and community activities
how to
Support Our Welcome Center
In Kind Donations Currently Being Accepted
Your donations are always appreciated! Donated items may be dropped off at our office M-F from 9-4pm. If you have an in-kind donation, but are not certain if we are able to accept it, please contact us: info@bienvenidosgv.org
In Kind Donations Currently Being Accepted:
- Baby Formula
- Diapers (especially larger sizes 3, 4, 5)
- Pull Ups
- Baby Wipes
- Snow Boots (New and gently used, all sizes!)
- Snow Pants (especially men's)
- Winter Jackets (especially men's)
- Men's Work Gloves
Non Perishable Food Items:
- Pasta
- Tomato Sauce
- Masa
- Rice
- Beans
- Peanut Butter
- Oatmeal
- Flour
- Cooking Oil
- Soup
- Broth
- Shelf Stable Milk
- Canned Meat
- Snacks
Donate to Bienvenidos
Support Our Work
Whether it’s with your time, financial contribution, or helping spread the word about Bienvenidos a Gallatin Valley, we welcome your support.
Email info@bienvenidosgv.
DONATE by mailing a check:
Bienvenidos a Gallatin Valley
280 West Kagy Blvd., Ste D #277
Bozeman, MT 59715
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@Bienvenidosagv
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Become a Welcome Center Volunteer
This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience with client relationships and community navigation.
Volunteers assist with:
• Greeting families and newcomers
• Organizing donations and resources
• Supporting clients with forms and navigation
• Helping with data entry and organization
Prerequisites:
Client Facing Onboarding
While Spanish speaking is preferred, if you are not fully confident, we can tailor your tasks or activities that suit your current Spanish level.
Training:
Your training involves working directly with staff to learn our case management software and shadowing resource navigation meetings to gain a comprehensive understanding of our client support processes.
Time Commitment:
Shifts are flexible (2+ hours).
You can volunteer at the Welcome Center once a week, once a month, or whenever your schedule allows. Times available are Monday through Friday, between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.