OUR VISION: Like that of its founder, Frédéric Ozanam, the vision of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) “is to embrace the world in a network of charity.” 

OUR MISSION: Providing compassionate care to those in need.  Inspired by Gospel values, the Society of SVdP is a Catholic lay organization, that leads women and men to join together to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering in our service area.

ABOUT US . . .   

• The goal of SVdP is to be a network of friends, inspired by Gospel values, growing in holiness and building a more just world through personal relationships with service to people in need.
• SVdP harnesses the power of community and partnerships to help feed, clothe, house and heal individuals and families in our community who have nowhere else to turn for help.
• As important, SVdP provides meaningful opportunities for volunteers to serve their neighbors in need with love and compassion.

WHAT WE DO . . .                                                                                                     

• Rent/Utility Assistance - On an emergency basis, we may provide one-time rent and/or utility assistance.
• Gift Cards - On a limited basis, we provide gift cards for gasoline and sundries, and bus passes for those who have no other means of transportation.
• Referral Service - If we are unable to provide assistance in a particular situation, we will refer our clients to other agencies with relevant expertise and resources.
• Housing the Unsheltered - A home is not just a roof and four walls, but a sense of security and the ability to make a better tomorrow.  We work with community partners to help the homeless and those in danger of becoming homeless.  We do everything in our power to stabilize shelter residents while seeking avenues to permanent housing. 

Please contact the St. Vincent de Paul Society if you are in need of assistance or if you would like volunteer information. Phone: (941) 447-8950
Email: stmstvincentdepaul@gmail.com

Please visit our conference website: St. Michael the Archangel & St. Thomas More Conference

If you would like to donate to St. Vincent de Paul, please go to St. Vincent de Paul Online Giving.

Also visit St. Vincent de Paul-Sarasota for information about our Thrift Store.