We would like to introduce our new mission event, Home Begins Here. This name is significant as it encapsulates the goal of our mission and all the work that our staff and clients do to achieve that mission. Whether accomplished through the permanent and transitional housing programs, our men’s emergency housing at Ozanam Inn, the…
The Good Samaritan, October 2020
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Success Stories – October 2020
St. Vincent de Paul Louisville has supported Julie in Housing for years. This month she will successfully complete the Move Up process. She saved $600 for a deposit on a new apartment. She will have a Housing Choice Voucher through the Louisville Metro Housing Authority and has graduated from case management. This allows another person…
St. Vincent de Paul Louisville by the Numbers—October 2020 Update
Permanent Housing Programs (All scattered site, all on-campus apartments except Tranquil) 328 people have been served since January 1, 2020 We served 55 families and 113 individuals We served 138 children 91% of exits were positive Ozanam Inn Shelter 306 men have been served since January 1, 2020 58 people exited to stable housing 51…
That’s a Wrap for the 2020 Clubs & Cocktails Scramble
We are so thankful to have been able to proceed with Clubs & Cocktails as scheduled this year. We weren’t able to gather after the scramble for dinner and awards, but the weather couldn’t have been more perfect. Hurstbourne Country Club has yet again provided fabulous service and a pristine course to play for our…
Holiday Meal Update
Calling All Turkey and Hams We are committed to providing holiday meals this season, even if it means we will miss seeing all the volunteers that choose to spend their holiday serving others, year after year. Angela and the kitchen staff still plan to prepare delicious meals for Thanksgiving and Christmas, but sadly our guests…
Gifts From The Heart More Important Than Ever
St. Vincent de Paul Louisville, continuing to serve the poor and disadvantaged in our community for over 167 years, is asking for your help this year with our Gifts from the Heart program. Due to safety concerns surrounding the pandemic, we have been deliberating about how we can still provide Christmas for the families we…
Give For Good Louisville Update
Give For Good Louisville is an annual, community-wide fundraising event that occurs every September. The event is sponsored by the Community Foundation of Louisville and it is an opportunity for 500+ non-profit organizations in town to gain visibility for the good work we do in the community. On September 17th this year, these organizations participated…