"Empowering nonprofits to strengthen communities and improve the quality of life for individuals and families across Montana"
Our work focuses on strengthening Montana nonprofits through programs that provide both operational support and grant funding. By equipping organizations to serve their communities effectively and sustainably, we help create lasting, positive impact for individuals and families across Montana.
Our approach delivers efficient, direct support to nonprofit organizations—building stronger communities while helping individuals and families without unnecessary delays or complexity.
Areas of Assistance
Crisis Housing and Shelters
We assist families and individuals experiencing homelessness through our crisis housing program. We also assist shelters that demonstrate clear need by conducting site visits, evaluating immediate and long-term challenges, and helping identify practical solutions. Support may include funding or resources for essential supplies such as food, bedding, clothing, and medicine.
Education
We assist nonprofit organizations and schools that provide educational opportunities for children. Support may include funding for basic school supplies, classroom materials such as tables, chairs, and chalkboards, and assistance that helps children access educational programs. We also support professional development opportunities for educators—helping teachers and administrators attend seminars and continuing education programs that strengthen their ability to serve students and develop effective local programs.
People with Disabilities
We support nonprofit organizations that serve individuals with disabilities by assisting with the provision of essential equipment such as wheelchairs, hearing devices, and other adaptive resources that improve mobility, communication, and quality of life.
Single Parents
We assist nonprofit organizations that educate, equip, and empower single parents. Support focuses on organizations providing practical resources, emotional encouragement, and opportunities for social connection—helping strengthen families and improve long-term stability for both parents and children.
Disaster Relief
We support nonprofit organizations that respond to disasters and serve individuals and families affected by crisis. When possible, we assist organizations that provide emergency supplies and basic necessities, helping communities respond quickly to disasters and reduce exposure to health and safety risks during recovery.
We assist families and individuals experiencing homelessness through our crisis housing program. We also assist shelters that demonstrate clear need by conducting site visits, evaluating immediate and long-term challenges, and helping identify practical solutions. Support may include funding or resources for essential supplies such as food, bedding, clothing, and medicine.
Education
We assist nonprofit organizations and schools that provide educational opportunities for children. Support may include funding for basic school supplies, classroom materials such as tables, chairs, and chalkboards, and assistance that helps children access educational programs. We also support professional development opportunities for educators—helping teachers and administrators attend seminars and continuing education programs that strengthen their ability to serve students and develop effective local programs.
People with Disabilities
We support nonprofit organizations that serve individuals with disabilities by assisting with the provision of essential equipment such as wheelchairs, hearing devices, and other adaptive resources that improve mobility, communication, and quality of life.
Single Parents
We assist nonprofit organizations that educate, equip, and empower single parents. Support focuses on organizations providing practical resources, emotional encouragement, and opportunities for social connection—helping strengthen families and improve long-term stability for both parents and children.
Disaster Relief
We support nonprofit organizations that respond to disasters and serve individuals and families affected by crisis. When possible, we assist organizations that provide emergency supplies and basic necessities, helping communities respond quickly to disasters and reduce exposure to health and safety risks during recovery.
Values
Integrity
We will adhere to moral and ethical principles in all circumstances.
Stewardship
The staff and board of directors will take great care to protect and distribute assets for the purpose of advancing the vision and mission.
Collaboration
We will work with key individuals and other nonprofit organizations to assure effectiveness and efficiency for our programs.
Excellence
We will strive to be excellent in our efforts and labor diligently to accomplish our mission.
Transparency
We will maintain policies that have transparency as a priority.
Charitable
We will assist individuals and organizations representing legitimate need.
Courage
We will not be deterred from assisting those in need due to dangers from disasters, disease, conflict, or any other obstacle.
We will adhere to moral and ethical principles in all circumstances.
Stewardship
The staff and board of directors will take great care to protect and distribute assets for the purpose of advancing the vision and mission.
Collaboration
We will work with key individuals and other nonprofit organizations to assure effectiveness and efficiency for our programs.
Excellence
We will strive to be excellent in our efforts and labor diligently to accomplish our mission.
Transparency
We will maintain policies that have transparency as a priority.
Charitable
We will assist individuals and organizations representing legitimate need.
Courage
We will not be deterred from assisting those in need due to dangers from disasters, disease, conflict, or any other obstacle.
Board Members and Staff
Denya Jacobs is a board member of Search and Assist as well as a home health Nurse in Montana. In addition to her career as a Nurse, Denya has recently started her own business as a Health Coach to assist individuals with long-term health preparation. Her educational leadership and entrepreneurial vision are what drive her pivotal role in ensuring that every voice is heard in a collaborative environment. With a passion to serve others, she has made it her mission in life to support children and the elderly both in her hometown and internationally. Her determination to be a light in this world and her genuine desire to serve is reflected in the way she lays down her life daily to help those in need. Denya resides in Bozeman, Montana with her husband and three children.
Charlie Jacobs is a board member of Search and Assist as well as the Co-Owner of TJ Electric, an electrical business in Montana. Charlie has steadily built the foundation that has driven his team to continuous success. Outside of work, he is dedicated to strengthening his international connections and volunteering overseas. Charlie has witnessed firsthand the hardship that occurs on a daily basis for those who struggle to meet their daily needs, and he has made it his mission to make a difference in their lives. What truly makes him stand out is his ability to calmly adapt to every situation while radiating positivity. Charlie lives in Bozeman, Montana with his wife and three children.
Matt Parsley has served a number of charitable organizations in the past as well as currently including: the past president and past treasurer of the Board of the Connersville Hope Center; past member of the Connersville Lions Club; acting chairman of the board of Direct Connect Humanitarian Aid; and acting board member of Search and Assist. Matt also travels every couple years with Direct Connect Humanitarian Aid. Matt worked in the banking field as a branch manager, business banker, and lender over the course of eight years. He began investing in real estate in late 2011 with the hope of establishing a business that would give him greater flexibility of time to do the things most important to him: helping others and spending time with his family. Matt left the banking field in 2014 to pursue the growth of his business. He currently manages an extensive real estate portfolio ranging from residential and commercial rental units to a storage facility. In addition, Matt owns three other businesses including a franchise donut and coffee shop. Matt resides in Connersville, Indiana with his wife Raechel of thirteen years and his three daughters. He is master to Lola and Weasely (his dogs) and is an amateur beekeeper.
Justin Bolton - Bio and picture coming soon!
Search and Assist is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) public charity (Tax ID# 83-1275804). Contributions are tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law.
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