Sacks Thrift Emergency Voucher Program
The Emergency Voucher Program is for anyone in need of basic necessities, such as clothing, housewares, bedding, etc. In 2023, we provided over 1500 vouchers with a combined value totaling $63,000!
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To Receive a Voucher:
If you have questions about our Voucher Program, please call us at 406-587-7283 or email us at sacksthriftoffice@gmail.com.
- We will provide one, $50 voucher in the form of in-store credit PER INDIVIDUAL in need, every 6 months. All $50 does not need to be spent at once.
- Items that qualify:
- Clothing
- Shoes/Boots
- Housewares (dishes, cups, utensils, etc.)
- Outdoor gear (tents, sleeping bags)
- Bedding
- Items that DO NOT qualify:
- No items with a single value of over $20.00
- Jewelry
- Decorative items
- Other non-essential items
- The person receiving the voucher items should be the one shopping at Sacks in lieu of a friend or family member (exceptions can be made if needed).
- Please note, no items we sell in the store are washed beforehand and we cannot guarantee the availability of particular items.
- Vouchers DO NOT have any cash value.
- Vouchers issues from multiple agencies cannot be combined.
- We reserve the right to refuse a voucher that is incomplete, has been altered, or if it is determined the recipient is abusing the program. Recipient's ID may be requested.
- Vouchers acquired through the voucher program CANNOT be returned.
To Receive a Voucher:
- Nonprofit staff or volunteers may refer a client to Sacks to receive a Voucher in one of two ways:
- Complete a Voucher Form with the client(s) and then send to Sacks. They will need to present at the register before shopping. To receive a copy of the Voucher (you can print multiple) , please email sacksthriftoffice@gmail.com.
- Write a short letter explaining why the client(s) are in need of items and your relationship to them (case manager, etc.). Please sign and send with them to the store.
- If you or someone you know is in need of a voucher, please come to Sacks during store hours and speak to the person at the register. They will give you a form and explain the rules.
If you have questions about our Voucher Program, please call us at 406-587-7283 or email us at sacksthriftoffice@gmail.com.