Sacks Thrift Emergency Voucher Program
The Emergency Voucher Program is for anyone in need of basic necessities, such as clothing, housewares, bedding, etc. In 2020, we provided 357 vouchers totaling $8,513!
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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 $25
- 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.