A special thank you to The UPS Store in Hamilton for their generosity in donating the printing of our Loads of Dignity coloring and activity books! These books will be handed out to our youngest guests, bringing a little extra fun and happiness to their time with us. Thank you for helping us make a difference, even for our littlest guests! 💜

We would like to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Bitterroot Women's Giving Circle for inviting Loads of Dignity to be one of three finalists for their inaugural grant! It was truly an honor to share our mission and stand alongside Haven House and O'Hara Commons, two wonderful organizations making a difference in our Bitterroot Valley. We are grateful for the warm welcome, thoughtful conversations, and the opportunity to share a little of what makes Loads of Dignity so spe

We are truly speechless and overwhelmed with gratitude! Our 4th Annual Online Auction has officially come to a close, raising $3,792.96! To the incredible businesses and individuals who donated gift certificates, baskets, merchandise, handmade items, and so much more, thank you. Your generosity and willingness to support Loads of Dignity made this auction possible. To everyone in our community who placed bids, made donations, shared our auction, and helped spread the word, th

Family game night, a trip to Grandma and Grandpa’s, or just some good old-fashioned fun! Games, treats, and s’mores make for some great memories! Don't miss your chance to bid before 6 p.m. tonight! https://www.32auctions.com/loadsofdignity2026

Today's the final day of our 4th Annual Online Auction! Bidding closes tonight at 6 p.m.! With 68 amazing items to choose from, there's still time to find something special, grab a great deal, or get a little Christmas shopping done! A huge thank you to everyone who has donated, shared, and placed bids. Your support has made this auction something truly special! Don't forget to check your bids before 6 p.m.! https://www.32auctions.com/loadsofdignity2026

It's All About Connection! Something wonderful happened with this year's Loads of Dignity auction. Without even planning it, donations from local businesses and individuals seem to share a common theme — bringing people together! Whether it's a date night, family outing, movie night, bowling, or gathering with friends to try your luck with scratch-off tickets, so many of our 66 listings are about spending time with those we care about. You'll also find beautiful treasures for

It's All About Connection! Something wonderful happened with this year's Loads of Dignity auction. Without even planning it, donations from local businesses and individuals seem to share a common theme — bringing people together! Whether it's a date night, family outing, movie night, bowling, or gathering with friends to try your luck with scratch-off tickets, so many of our 66 listings are about spending time with those we care about. You'll also find beautiful treasures for

We're officially LIVE! Our 4th Annual Loads of Dignity Online Auction is underway! With 64 items and some wonderful support from our local businesses and community, there's a little something for everyone. The auction runs through Sunday at 6 p.m. Take a look when you have a chance!

Let the Bidding Begin! Loads of Dignity's 4th Annual Online Auction is almost here! Get ready for four days of fun, fantastic finds, and a little friendly bidding competition! From gift baskets and gift certificates to unique treasures and special experiences, there's something for everyone! November 5–8, 2026 Bidding opens Thursday at 6 AM and closes Sunday at 6 PM (Mountain Time). Every winning bid helps Loads of Dignity continue providing free laundry services and a littl

UPDATE: Many of you may remember the sweet 8-year-old who invited me to his home for his special homemade macaroni and cheese dinner. I have some wonderful news to share. His family has found housing and is settling into their new home. Because they now have a washer and dryer of their own, my dinner invitation has been postponed for a little while. His mom recently shared a message from him. He wanted me to know that as soon as he gets his room set up and learns where all t

A gentleman we see from time to time came in to do his laundry. He’s currently walking through stage three cancer, and that day he was visibly cold and shivering as he sat waiting. We had recently been given a couple of donated blankets, so I warmed one up in the dryer and gently wrapped it around him. He’s a quiet man, and you can tell he carries a quiet strength, someone who likely wouldn’t ask for anything. I was especially thankful he accepted the warmth. Throughout his v

We are privileged to support the 2026 beneficiaries of the Bitterroot Secret Garden Tour. Ruthie’s Little Miracles and Loads of Dignity work together to provide services to those who need a helping hand. We chose two recipients this year because of their outstanding contributions to our community. Visit “Ruthie’s Little Miracles” and “Loads of Dignity” on Facebook to learn more. Just so you know, 100% of 2026 ticket sale proceeds will go to these two incredible non-profits.

https://www.missoulagives.org/organizations/loads-of-dignity

We are so incredibly grateful to ReStyle Clothing Exchange for choosing Loads of Dignity for this year’s Missoula Gives & Bitterroot Gives match Because of their generosity, every donation made on April 30th and May 1st will be matched—up to $3,000. That means every load of laundry, every moment of dignity, every person we serve… can go twice as far. We truly don’t do this work alone. It takes a community, and we are so thankful to be surrounded by people and businesses who b

Today I picked up a little book we created for Loads of Dignity… and my heart is full. “Dignity” is a special friend who helps kids feel seen, confident, and cared for—just like we try to do every day at the laundromat. This book was something I’ve been working on for a while, and seeing it come to life like this means more than I can put into words. This is just the first few pages... but it’s a reminder that every child deserves to feel included, comfortable, and proud of w

We’re in the process of reorganizing our storage at Loads of Dignity, and with the increased need for hygiene products and laundry detergent, we’re working to create a more efficient and organized space to better serve our guests. We are currently looking for: • Sturdy shelving units for storage • Towels (new or gently used) • Laundry detergent (pods are especially helpful) Hygiene items (full-size or travel-size): • Shampoo & conditioner • Body wash (preferred over bar soap)

Recently, I was invited to dinner by an 8-year-old child we serve. He excitedly shared that he would be making his special homemade macaroni and cheese...the best I would ever have. With pride and joy, he told me how he would serve me, not as someone in need, but simply as a host welcoming a guest. What stood out most to me was not the invitation itself, but the perspective behind it. To him, there is no difference between his life and anyone else’s. His camp trailer is his h

Yesterday was a powerful and encouraging reminder that Loads of Dignity is about so much more than clean clothes. Four men who had never met before ended up sitting together and talking. Before long, they realized they shared a love of fishing — even swapping stories about their favorite secret spots. Then one noticed the other’s truck was leaking oil. He happened to be mechanically inclined and knew exactly what might be wrong. In turn, the other gentleman had knowledge in a

This is Multnomah Falls. The water doesn’t stop. The need doesn’t stop. What caught me today is the bridge. The bridge doesn’t try to control the waterfall. It doesn’t fix it. It doesn’t pretend the water isn’t powerful. It simply gives people a way across. That’s what Loads of Dignity is. We don’t solve homelessness. We don’t end poverty. We offer a place to pause, breathe, and keep going — with dignity intact. We don’t stop the falls. We build the bridge.

“Would there be space for me to belong?” Many thoughts and questions raced around his 5th-grade mind as school approached. Would there be space for him to belong? Would he fit in? Society tells us that fitting in often comes with having a home that isn’t on wheels. Like any other 5th-grade boy, he loved baseball, mystery books, hide-and-seek, and riding his bike. This year, unlike the one before, he would start school with clean clothes and a place to shower. I heard both exc