On September 17th, we’re participating in Give For Good Louisville, a city-wide fundraising event. St. Vincent de Paul Louisville needs YOUR help to achieve our goal of raising $15,000. All contributions will go towards the vital programs supporting the homeless in our community. Donate on September 17th at giveforgoodlouisville.org/organizations/st-vincent-de-paul-louisville. No donation is too small, and…
The Good Samaritan, September 2020
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St. Vincent de Paul Louisville by the Numbers—September 2020 Update
Permanent Housing Programs (All scattered site, all on-campus apartments except Tranquil House) 328 people have been served since January 1, 2020 We served 55 families and 113 individuals We served 138 children 88% of exits were positive Ozanam Inn Men’s Shelter 305 men have been served since January 1, 2020 58 people exited to stable…
Summer Programming at the Family Success Center
In the July issue of The Good Samaritan, we highlighted the Family Success Center and the upcoming Summer Camp. Our participants left us abruptly and without warning earlier this year, so it was a blessing to have them in our safe place again. Seeing their smiling faces and readiness to take on what was scheduled…
Success Stories – September 2020
Julia moved into a family apartment at St. Vincent de Paul Louisville several years ago. She has struggled with mental health issues and has been resistant to treatment with medication. She lost custody of her child and moved to a one-bedroom apartment. After moving, she spiraled, using drugs to self-medicate and uses loud music as…