In a city brimming with do-good organizations, the Poverello Center taps deepest into our collective sense of neighborliness. As the region’s largest homeless shelter and soup kitchen for more than 34 years, the Pov provides vital services—and hope—to those who need a little help getting back on their feet. Plus, with more than 19,000 volunteers last year, Executive Director Ellie Hill and crew offer ample opportunities for Missoulians to lend and/or receive a hand. The Poverello Center: 535 Ryman St; 728-1809
2. YWCA: 1130 W. Broadway; 543-6691; ywcaofmissoula.org
3. Tie:
Humane Society of Western Montana:
5930 Hwy 93 S;
549-3934; myhswm.org
Missoula Food Bank:
219 S. 3rd St. W;
549-0543; missoulafoodbank.org