Director’s Letter

Dear Valued Community Members & Supporters,

Can you believe that a year has already passed since the Community Support Center moved into our new
building?! We’ve seen some major changes in the last year and a lot of hard work has gone in to setting up
our new space. I’d like to share with you some of our exciting developments:
We are incredibly proud of the rebranding efforts that our new name and logo has offered to our CSC Statistics & Services—Fiscal Year 2019
organization, as well as the community. When we rebranded at the same time as moving into our new space
we were concerned that the community may not recognize us as the Women’s Resource Center. After  Shelter Nights (per person, per night): 688 total *This # is nearly doubled from 2018.
providing trusted advocacy services in southwest Montana for over 40 years we did not want the recognition  Clients Served: 390 individuals
of our organization to be lost. Based on our numbers of 390 individuals coming through our doors and 688  New Clients: 179 individuals, including 42 children
shelter nights (2 shelter residents for 1 night = 2 shelter nights) in the last year, our fears have been put to  24/7 Crisis Line Calls: 276
rest.  Counseling Hours: 1,100+ hours
 Court Accompaniment Advocacy: 41 hearings
Countering violence against women continues to make up the majority of CSC’s work. However, we
 Community Public Awareness Activities: 39 presentations
recognize that violence is not gender-specific and we owe it to all victims and survivors of violence to be
inclusive in the support that we offer. In this day and age, where inclusivity is paramount, we felt that our  Referrals to Other Community Services: 170 individuals, received 309 referrals
rebranding moves towards the recognition that any form of violence perpetrated against another person, or  Volunteers: 6 hotline volunteers, 6 office volunteers & 4 interns
persons, is unacceptable and will not be tolerated. As the Women’s Resource Center has always done, we At CSC, we are here to help all people, regardless of gender or sexual orientation.
will continue to advocate for the rights of women and work towards creating an equitable society.
We provide services to both primary victims (those who are directly impacted) and secondary victims (those
In our new space, we were fortunate enough to have the opportunity to make some much needed indirectly impacted) of interpersonal violence. We specialize in crisis intervention, victim advocacy,
renovations prior to our move. These initial updates included remodeling our office spaces and waiting area and domestic & sexual violence education.
to make them inviting, clean, bright, and secure. We hear it daily from our clients, staff, and community
members that this facelift offers a heightened sense of dignity in the experience one has when entering our Please contact us to learn more or to speak to an advocate.
doors. We can be reached at: 24/7 Hotline: 1-800-253-9811 9AM-5PM M-F: 406-683-6106 www.cscofswmt.org
The work to our building is not yet done, however. Through secured grant funding, we are in the process
of making additional improvements to our office and shelter spaces. Currently, we are in the process of
adding a wall and door to close off our conference room, creating a multi-purpose community use space. We Board of Directors
Mission
now have egress windows in the basement, offering a safer, brighter, and more functional space. A handicap
President The mission of CSC is to attend to the personal, social, and
ramp has been installed going to our shelters making the location friendly for individuals of all physical
abilities, and privacy fences will soon be built to improve the security and privacy of our shelter residents. Steve DeHart, cultural needs of all people by addressing
Lastly, new windows are being placed in the entire building to improve energy efficiency and lessen utility Episcopal Deacon, MEd., MC, MA domestic, sexual, and social violence.
costs.
Vice President
With one year in, we are humbled by our community’s contributions to pay off the mortgage of CSC’s Vision
Nikki Cottom, FNP
new building. To date, between one-time donations and multi-year commitments, we have raised over 50% The Vision of the Community Support Center is a society
of our $320,000 goal. We are incredibly grateful for the outpouring of support that we have received, and we Financial Officer
continue to seek assistance from our community and beyond. As always, the support of each and every where every being has the right to live free from violence.
person that contributes, whether it be time, talent, or treasure, is not only appreciated, but imperative to the Sharon Sawyer
continued operation and success of CSC. It requires the diligence and dedication of all to ensure that victims Secretary Guiding Principles
are safe in seeking support and hopefully, someday, putting an end to violence.
Marybeth Wilson, PT, DPT Authenticity
As the seasons shift and another year nears its end, it is an opportunity to pause and reflect on all we are To guide one’s work with transparency & honesty.
Member at Large
grateful for. At the Community Support Center, it is our hope that your heart is full with friends to lean on,
relationships that are supportive, and homes that are warm and safe. Lindsey Clarke Integrity
To guide one’s work with high standards.
With Gratitude, Member at Large
Jerry Girard, LCPC, LAC Equality
To guide one’s work with the question:
Member at Large Is it fair to all concerned?
Megan Woolley
Inclusiveness
Alison Dunn, Employee Representative To guide one’s work without judgment, justly, and
Executive Director with unconditional support & compassion.
Valerie Coulter, MSW, SWLC
 WHO’S WHO AT CSC
Staff
Executive Director: Alison Dunn. Lover of morning coffee & the outdoors. Mom of Olivia, Bennett & Julian.
Victim’s Services Coordinator: Valerie Coulter, MSW, SWLC. Lover of Prince & puppies. Mom of P. Rainey.
Counselor: Melainya Ryan , LCPC. Lover of the Universe & sunshine. Mom of Izzy & Grandma to-be.
Office Administrator: Rachel Shelton. Lover of caesars & murder podcasts. Mom of Dallas, Brodie & Royal.
Lead Advocate: Kayla Patrick. Lover of tattoos & succulents. Mom of Zhoey & Legend.
Development Director: Breanna Belgarde. Lover of literature & stirring the political debate pot. Mom of Emery.
Our AMAZING Interns
Gabi Gomez-Wint is a UMW graduate who focused her internship on non-profit management and grant writing.
Her efforts secured a $7,033 grant from the Red Rover Foundation used to make our shelters pet-friendly.
Tessa Sawyer is a student at MSU and aspires to become a rural primary care physician. Crisis calls & advocacy
during her internship helped her to recognize the importance of incorporating advocacy in a medical practice.
Desi Klose is a UMW student who focused her internship on advocacy and youth mentorship. Desi demonstrated
immeasurable compassion and commitment to CSC’s clients.
Emma King is a UMW graduate who dedicated her internship to the development of our employee and volunteer
handbook. Emma’s work was invaluable to the completion of this important advocacy tool.
Amber Nelson is a UMW student currently interning at CSC. Amber is an English major and is focusing her
internship on grant writing.
We LOVE our Volunteers
 Hotline Volunteers: A HUGE shout-out goes to the continuing work and support of our hotline volunteers:
Leaf Magnuson, Marybeth Wilson, Yvette Marxer, Kalie Conklin, and Greta cover our hotline on a nightly
basis, week after week. Thank you for the innumerable hours and immeasurable amounts of energy you dedicate to
helping victims. We could not do what we do without you!
Blakely Edgington volunteers with CSC by offering translation services to our Spanish speaking clients. We are
immensely thankful for Blakely sharing her knowledge and supporting our client’s in their time of need.
Christy Stauffenberg generously donated her time and talent to design our new logo and signage. She was
instrumental in our successful re-branding which would not have been possible without her dedication.
Ken Kuchler has donated his time and expertise as our tech-man several years now. Ken is always just a phone
call away and we are so thankful for his willingness to drop by for small and big jobs alike.
Carol Malesich volunteered with CSC for many years and we are incredibly grateful for her service. Carol
updated our books on a weekly basis and there aren’t words to express how vital her support has been to CSC.
COMMUNITY MEMBER SPOTLIGHT
In April 2019, BCHS Senior, Izzy Simonsen, headed outreach efforts for the 3rd consecutive year of Sexual Assault Awareness
Month events. Izzy’s efforts focused on broadening education & awareness of BCHS students & the community at large. Events
included class presentations on healthy vs. unhealthy relationships, a community presentation on healthy relationships & sexual
assault, a clothesline project where students wrote messages to survivors of interpersonal violence & displayed them from
clotheslines, End the Silence ribbons were sold with proceeds supporting CSC’s victim services, & flags were displayed on the
BCHS lawn reflecting the high school’s population that, statistically, will be sexually assaulted before they turn 18 years old
(1 in 4 females & 1 in 6 males).
We are thankful and proud of Izzy’s efforts to raise awareness & educate this vulnerable population our community.
CAPITAL CAMPAIGN UPDATE
In early 2018, CSC was faced with an opportunity. State budget cuts left the Western MT Mental Health Center
unable to keep their Dillon office open. Recognizing that it would be the perfect space for our operation, we knew
we had to move quickly to secure the space. We were offered a loan for the building and in August of 2018, we
moved into our new space (located at 236 E. Reeder St). Our new building has proven to be a perfect fit for our
operation! We feel incredibly fortunate to now have a comfortable, inviting space for our staff and clients.
Additionally, thanks to grant funding, construction is nearly complete, making our location handicap accessible.
However, our work is not done. We continue to raise funds to pay off our original building loan, with the objective
of raising the $320,000 for the loan within 5 years. To date, we have raised $170,000, just over half of our total goal!
Will you help us reach our target?
Just 1—$150,000 gift, 3—$50,000 gifts, 15—$10,000 gifts, or 50—$2,0000 gifts would allow us to meet our mark.
Gifts, both big and small, are greatly appreciated and every little bit helps!
Once our loan is paid off, the $18,000 per year that we spend on loan payments can be applied towards our
direct services and the needs of our clients.
Do you want to have a greater impact but recognize that donating a smaller amount on an annual basis for 2-4 years
works better for your household’s budget? Consider making a pledge! Find our pledge form and pre-addressed
envelope enclosed with this mailing. Fill out the form and let us know how much you would like to contribute and
how often you would like to donate!
Thank you to all who have generously supported our capital campaign to date!
WAYS YOU CAN HELP
CSC is a 501(c)3 non-profit. All donations are tax deductible, whether financial or in-kind.
 Financial contributions & gift cards can be sent to the CSC: PO Box 888, Dillon, MT 59725
 Donate online on our website: www.cscofswmt.org/donate.html
 Every time you shop on Amazon you can support CSC. The AmazonSmile Foundation will donate .5% of
the purchase price of eligible items. It costs you nothing! Go to: smile.amazon.com and select the Women’s
Resource Center of Dillon as your supporting charitable organization!
 Volunteer to staff the 24/7 Crisis Hotline: If you’re interested in volunteering on the hotline, please contact
Kayla at CSC (M-F 9AM-5PM at 406-683-6106).
 Donation Sorting: The CSC has received an incredible amount of material donations to pass on to our
clients and community. We appreciate and depend on this continued support. Unfortunately, the donations
require more time than our staff can dedicate to organizing. We’d be beyond grateful for any help to make
our basement a functional, clean space! Please call Rachel at CSC for more information.
 Donation Items We Need: gas & grocery gift cards, pads & tampons (all sizes), diapers (all sizes),
laundry detergent, dish soap, new packaged socks & underwear, plastic bins w/ lids, non-perishable food
items, moving dolly, 14’ x 16’ storage shed, *working* pickup truck, *working* lawn mower & weed eater.
CSC SERVICES
Advocacy, Crisis Intervention, Emergency Shelter, Emergency Material Assistance, 24/7 Crisis Hotline, Counseling, Medical,
Court & Law Enforcement Accompaniment, Civil Legal Advocacy, Service Referrals, Youth Mentoring, Education & Outreach
We are located at: 236 East Reader St, Dillon, MT
Contact us at: 406-683-6106 OR 1-800-253-9811
Visit us Online at: www.cscofswmt.org