Promoting Recovery and Sober Living

Recovery isn’t a moment it’s a process.

Gratitude in Action

At GIA, our mission is crystal clear: we're dedicated to fostering recovery and sober living, providing individuals a chance to achieve self-sufficiency. We firmly believe that financial constraints shouldn't stand in the way of anyone seeking a safe place to recover. Our community embodies hope and resilience, guiding individuals through chronic addiction, homelessness, and incarceration.

The impressive success rate of our sober living residents (far surpassing the standard 3-5%) speaks volumes about our unique approach, which centers around community. The transformative power of one person sharing their recovery journey with another has proven to be a powerful force for change.

In May 2021, we launched GIA Prosper, a program designed to empower low-income individuals in recovery. It focuses on four key elements: Prosper Life, Work, Home, and Health. With your support, we aim to equip individuals with the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to thrive independently.

We're thrilled about the ongoing impact we can make with your support. Each individual we guide on their journey to recovery and self-sufficiency is a testament to the strength of our community.

A heartfelt thank you to our community supporters. Your unwavering support has enabled us to touch countless lives, providing hope, dignity, and the opportunity for a better future.

Together, we're making a difference—one life at a time.

Our Mission: At GIA, our mission is to promote recovery and sober living by creating a community that empowers men and women with the opportunity to become self-supporting.

Our Vision: Our vision is that everyone ready to commit to sober living will have support for their journey.

The GIA Store and Ignatia’s House: The GIA store supports and funds Ignatia’s House, committed to providing a safe, well-structured living environment as an effective transition program from active alcoholism and chemical dependency. We offer a place to feel human again, establish a disciplined life, regain and maintain a strong program of sobriety and recovery, all while experiencing the relational support necessary to sustain a sober existence.

Core Values:

Gratitude: Gratitude is at the heart of our values. We emphasize the importance of thankfulness and appreciation for individual efforts and collective support within the community.
Empowerment: We value empowering individuals on their recovery journey, instilling a sense of strength, resilience, and self-empowerment within our community members.
Community: We place a strong emphasis on fostering a sense of community and belonging. Collaboration and shared progress are key to our approach.
Action-Oriented: We promote a culture of action and progress, valuing proactive steps towards personal growth, positive change, and honest work as essential components of recovery.
Compassion: Compassion and understanding are core to our values. We recognize the significance of empathy and support in helping individuals overcome challenges and rebuild their lives.

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Shop to Support Sober Living

Location

Thrift Store

10 S 30th St, Billings, MT 59101

Main Office

1234 Ave C, Billings, MT 59102

Mailing Address

135 Monarch St, Billings MT 59101

Hours

Monday- Saturday 10am-5:00pm

Donation Receiving 10am-2:00pm

Phone

Office (406) 696-8704

Store (406)-694-2894

Sober Living (406)694-5401

Richard & Terri Todd

A Message from the Founders

Our mission is simple—and deeply personal: to ensure that no one is denied the opportunity for recovery because of finances. Everyone deserves a safe, stable place to heal, rebuild, and rediscover purpose.

Since our doors opened, Ignatia’s House has walked alongside more than 4,500 individuals seeking freedom from addiction. Each story represents courage in the face of overwhelming odds—incarceration, homelessness, broken relationships, and the weight of starting over. These are not abstract challenges; they are lived realities.

Our residents come from all walks of life. Many arrive without stable housing, employment, identification, or formal education. Some are reentering the community after incarceration; others are rebuilding after years of substance use or displacement. What they share is a willingness to try again—and that willingness changes everything.

At Ignatia’s House, recovery is built through structure, accountability, and community. We focus on more than sobriety alone. Residents gain the tools needed for long-term stability—employment readiness, life skills, connection to counseling and education, and access to essential community resources. Just as important, they find peer support: people who understand the journey and walk it together.

This is not a handout. It is a lifeline—one rooted in dignity, responsibility, and hope. Recovery flourishes when people are seen, supported, and surrounded by others who believe change is possible.

We invite you to be part of this mission. Your support helps ensure that when someone is ready to choose recovery, a door is open—no matter their circumstances.

Thank you for believing in this work and for standing with us as we continue to change lives, one person at a time. heartfelt gratitude, Richard and Terri Todd

Gratitude in Action Store

At the GIA thrift store, our aim is simple yet profound: to uplift our community by offering affordable shopping options while extending a helping hand to those in need. Our shelves are stocked with a diverse array of high-quality, gently used items, ranging from clothing and furniture to home decor and books.

Beyond providing budget-friendly shopping experiences, we're dedicated to offering a pathway out of hardship for individuals in early recovery from homelessness. Through access to clothing and job skill development, we empower them to build a brighter future.

Embracing the ethos of rescue, reclaim, and recover, we prioritize sustainability by repurposing items whenever possible. As a community, we're blessed with abundant resources, and it's our commitment to be conscientious stewards of these blessings. Together, we're making a positive impact, one step at a time.

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