We must insist on being a community where the most vulnerable among us can find hope, safe haven, and support—not only to escape abuse, but to establish safety and independence, and thrive in healthy relationships.

Holiday Hours

The Friendship Center will be closed to in-person visitors January 1-2.

You can always reach an advocate through our 24-hour crisis line, and we'll be back open to in-person visitors Monday, January 5.

Our Services

We serve those affected by domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking in Lewis and Clark, Broadwater, and Jefferson counties. If you or someone you know needs help, we have a team of advocates who can assist you with a variety of services.

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Resources

Through education and outreach, we strive to empower our community to understand and prevent violence and abuse. Check out our resources to learn about some of the challenges survivors face and how you can help.

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Get Involved

Partners and supporters throughout our community have helped The Friendship Center bring hope, safe haven, and support to those fleeing violence for over 50 years. Learn more about what you can do to support survivors in your community.

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Make a Year-end Gift to The Friendship Center

Your support shows us that you reject the idea that abuse is inevitable and that you believe hope is something we build together through action.

All unrestricted donations made by mail or online through the end of the year help us reach our $115,000 goal!

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Our Roots, Our Future

With the demand for our services higher than ever, we're growing to meet our community's needs by creating a contiguous campus between our current facility and our old home across the street. Learn how you can help.

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UPCOMING EVENTS

Multiple Dates
Fri, Jan 09
Friendship Friday
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Jan 09, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM MST
The Friendship Center, 1430 N Sanders St, Helena, MT
Join us to learn about our work addressing and preventing domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking in our community.
Tue, Jan 20
Sugarcane Community Screening
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Jan 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
St. Paul's United Methodist Church, 512 Logan St, Helena, MT 59601, USA
Join us Tuesday, January 20, at St. Paul's UMC for a free screening of the award-winning documentary followed by a panel discussion focused on reconciliation and repair, particularly within faith communities.
Multiple Dates
Thu, Jan 22
Changing Patterns
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Jan 22, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM
PureView Health Center, 1930 9th Ave, Helena, MT 59601, USA
Join PureView and The Friendship Center for this nine-week therapy group for women and gender non-conforming people ages 18+.
March 25-April 22
what were you wearing?
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March 25-April 22
The Myrna Loy Jailhouse Gallery, 15 N Ewing St, Helena, MT 59601, USA
An exhibit highlighting the diverse experiences of survivors and the need to end victim-blaming for sexual violence. On view at The Myrna Loy, March 25-April 22.