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BILLINGS DISTRICT COUNCIL OFFICES

2610 Montana Ave
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 252-1855

COUNCIL OFFICE STAFF

Harold Merchant:
Executive Director

Randy Heinz:
Administrative Professional

Maxine Steinmetz:
Bookkeeper

 CHARITY OFFICE

2610 Montana Ave.
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 248-1411

Felicia Lehman:
Resource Worker

Jeanette Skinner:
Representative Payee 

STORES

2624 Montana Ave.
Billings, MT 59101
(406) 252-1855
Debbie Butler: Manager
Iris Anderson: Volunteer Coordinator

 1235 Grand Ave.
Billings, MT 59102
(406) 248-9125
 

 


Volunteer

The St. Vincent de Paul Society invites interested persons to help in our ministry of service to our brothers and sisters suffering financial, emotional and spiritual hardships.

Volunteers are needed for the Store, Warehouse, Building Maintenance, Charity Office and various other areas.

If you are interested, please contact us at 406-252-1855.

You may download and print out a volunteer application by clicking the "Application" button on the left. You will need the free program Adobe Reader to read and print the application. If you don't have the Adobe Reader program on your computer you can get it by clicking the "Get Adobe Reader" icon.

Volunteer Opportunities:

Charitable Works Office

Front Desk:
Do you like to smile and enjoy visiting with your neighbors? Then filling in on the front desk may be right up your alley. You will be helping clients sign in and giving them direction.

File Clerk:
Helping the Resource Worker in the CWO by filing and other simple clerical duties.

Bread Pickup Driver:
Stop at various businesses in town to pick up their donations of bread and sweets to give to the hungry.

Payee Volunteer:
Assist the Representative Payee with writing checks and other bookkeeping duties.

Food Room:
Sorting, stocking and organizing of items in the food pantry and filling food boxes for those in need.

Thrift Store Operations

Store:
Hanging of clothing, keeping displays stocked and in order; Assist customers in finding merchandise; Keeping store clean and neat.

Warehouse:
Assist in sort process of both clothing and misc. items as to usability; Test and make minor repairs of small appliances, lamps, etc. so they can be used; Assist donors making donation on-site; Assist in bale operation; Unload bags of clothing from trucks.

Building Maintenance:
Painting interior & exterior spaces; General handyman projects ranging from plumbing to carpentry; Lawn/weed control.

Basement Volunteer:
Do you enjoy interacting with customers? We are looking for someone who understands what customer service is all about and enjoys helping shoppers find exactly what they are looking for. If you're free weekdays or Saturday and can do a little light lifting, this may be the job for you.

Heavy Lifter Volunteer
You don't have to be Mr. Universe to volunteer but we sure could use some muscle! If you're free weekdays or Saturday, we need help with heavy lifting within the store and for customer carry out. We are seeking volunteers who are in good physical condition and are able to lift heavier boxes and furniture items. You must be capable of lifting up to 50 lbs.

Furniture Repair Volunteer
If you're good with tools and repairs, we need you! Help us take furniture donations that need some TLC or elbow grease, and turn them into shining stars on the merchandise floor! Hours are flexible and vary based on repair need and your schedule. We are seeking someone who is reliable and has an interest in working with furniture and tools. Experience with furniture repair a plus but not necessary.

Small Appliance Volunteer
Like to tinker? Have an electrical talent? We sure could use your help repairing TV's, toasters, lamps, etc. These items will be for sale in our stores. Hours are flexible and vary based on repair need and your schedule. We are seeking volunteers who are reliable and have good mechanical/electrical type repair skills. Experience with appliance repair a plus.

General Thrift Store Volunteer
Your hours volunteering at our thrift stores reach so many in need! No amount of time given is too small. We always have things to be done: sort, tag, shelve products, clean and tidy store, special projects, etc. All of these tasks contribute to providing good quality necessary items to our store customers. Join us now! Here's a great opportunity for teens, adults, groups and families. Teens ages 13 to 17 require supervision. You must have a positive attitude, a cheerful, smiling demeanor and a willingness to dive into any and all duties/tasks needed.

We have opportunities for persons of all ages and having a wide variety of skills to support our work. Volunteering is as easy as sending us an email or calling us at 406-252-1855. Many school groups with children of all ages have come into the store working in the food pantry stocking shelves or tagging toys and clothing that will go out on the Thrift Store shelves. It is a great way for students to earn come community service hours and learn more about helping others in the community.


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