Before someone knows what they need,
Before they know where to turn,
Before the next step is clear, help begins here.
Since 1971, Help Center, Inc. has been the place where help begins.
Across thirteen counties, our neighbors, friends, and families have made it possible for Help Center to show up every hour of every day, offering connection, advocacy, and support when it matters most.
This year, as our community prepares for Give Big, we are grounding our campaign in that truth.
Where Help Begins is both a reflection and an invitation.
Since 1971
Give Big Gallatin Valley 2026
Each spring, our valley comes together through One Valley Foundation’s Give Big Gallatin Valley, a 24-hour celebration of generosity supporting hundreds of cherished nonprofit organizations.
We are deeply grateful to be part of this collective moment of care and commitment across our region.
This year, Help Center is embracing that spirit through a campaign rooted in something simple and true:
Where Help Begins.
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A Message For Our Community
Mental health touches every family, every neighborhood, every generation.
Every day, someone reaches out to Help Center
for the first time. Sometimes it begins with
a conversation. Sometimes it begins with finding
a safe place. Sometimes it begins with simply
being heard.
Our crisis lines, counseling services, the Gallatin County Child Advocacy Center, Sexual Assault Counseling Center, and other community programs exist because people across this valley believe that no one should face their most vulnerable moments alone.
Through your support, Help Center
remains available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week,
ready to listen, support, and walk beside those who need us.
Community Activations
This year we are expanding our approach
to Give Big.
Together with a group of beloved community partners, Where Help Begins will unfold through gatherings, conversations, and shared experiences across our valley.
Help Center staff and volunteers will be present throughout these moments to share more about our work, raise awareness around mental health, and connect with our community.
We invite you to join us.
April 30 | :
6:30a – 7:30a | Help Center, Inc. | 699 Farmhouse Ln
Join us at sunrise as we gather at our new campus to gently open this year’s Give Big campaign. Together, we will move through a quiet meditation and a silent walk, weaving through our gardens and along the trail that connects to the Highland Glen Nature Preserve.
There is something meaningful in beginning the day this way, in reflection, in remembrance, and in shared presence with one another.
Our friends at Dilly Dally Donut Bar will be there with something warm to enjoy.
RSVP here.
9:00a – 11:00a | Roly Poly Coffee | 528 N Broadway Ave
Come grab a coffee, enjoy some breakfast tacos, and spend the morning with our pals at Roly Poly and the Help Center, Inc. crew.
There is something about this place, a sea of trucks and motorcycles, where people naturally gather and want to be. A space to connect, to share, and to bring awareness to mental health in a way that feels real and part of everyday life.
5:00p – 8:00p | Give Big Fest | 8500 Valley Commons Dr
We are so excited to be part of One Valley’s Give Big kick off event, bringing our community together in a vibrant, carnival-inspired evening at Ferguson Farm.
Join us alongside other cherished nonprofit partners for interactive booths, games, connection, and meaningful moments of engagement. It is a beautiful way to step into the spirit of giving, to gather, to learn, and to celebrate the collective impact of our community.
May 1 | :
6:00a – 8:00a | Dilly Dally Donut Bar | 818 W Babcock St
For those early risers, there is nothing better than stepping into one of the valley’s favorite donut spots. Our pals at Dilly Dally will be serving up their delicious creations while we hang together with the Help Center, Inc. crew.
Come by, start your day on a sweet note, play a little ping pong, connect, and be part of something that brings mental health awareness into the rhythm of the morning.
9:00am – 10:00am | Sōl Barre Studio | 867 S 29th Avenue
Step into one of the valley’s most beautifully curated studio spaces as we come together for a community donation class in support of Help Center, Inc. Move together, breathe together, and share in a moment that feels both grounding and energizing.
Our Help Center, Inc. team will be there alongside you, raising awareness for mental health through this shared experience of movement and connection.
Reserve your spot here.
9:00a – 11:00a | Roly Poly Coffee | 528 N Broadway Ave
Come grab a coffee, enjoy some breakfast tacos, and spend the morning with our pals at Roly Poly and the Help Center, Inc. crew.
5:30pm & 8:00pm | Shan | 109 E Oak Street
Join us for a truly special closing evening at Shan, as our pals bring forward an intimate pop up dinner in support of Help Center, Inc. Led by Chef Jarrett Wrisley, alongside Candice Lin and their incredibly talented team, this experience is rooted in craft, care, and a deep sense of place.
There is something powerful in gathering around a table, sharing a meal, and being in conversation. You will be seated alongside Help Center, Inc. staff and community members, creating a space for connection, reflection, and collective support for mental health.
Two seatings will be offered at 5:30pm and 8:00pm. We invite you to reserve your place in advance, as this will be a more intimate gathering.
Pre book your seats here. Cost $150, with proceeds supporting Help Center, Inc.
Support HCI | :
There are many ways to take part in Where Help Begins.
You can:
• Attend a gathering or community activation
• Share the message with friends and neighbors
• Become an Ambassador and help raise awareness
• Support Help Center through Give Big Donations
Every voice and every act of care helps expand the circle of support across our valley.
Help Center, Inc. provides critical services across thirteen counties, including:
• 24/7/365 Crisis & Support Lines
• Gallatin County Child Advocacy Center
• Sexual Assault Counseling Center
• Counseling and support services
• Community outreach and prevention programs
To learn more about our work and programs, please visit:
Learn More about HCI | :
If You Need Support | :
If you or someone you know needs support, from information and referrals to crisis and suicide prevention, someone is here to listen.
Call 988
Dial 211
Or reach our local crisis line at 406-586-3333
You are not alone.
Help begins here.