Extreme Cold Threatens People Living on the Streets Few people have escaped the wrath of Louisville’s bitter temperatures this winter. Maybe you have had to deal with icy roads, broken pipes, or childcare issues. Maybe you are the type to have an existential crises about why you don’t live in the Philippines every time the […]
2018 Volunteer Checklist
The time of year is upon us for setting goals, making resolutions, and dreaming big about all the exciting possibilities a new year holds. Make 2018 the year that you make a resolution to help your community. Whether you are volunteering for the first time or are reigniting and old passion for community service, this […]
2017 Year in Review
As the new year approaches, we’re looking back at what made 2017 a special year at St. Vincent de Paul. Each day this week we’ll post stories and photos from the past year as we look forward to the challenges and victories to come in 2018. Our After-School Kids Share in the Joy of Giving […]
Louisville Boy Scouts and Congressman John Yarmuth Attend Ozanam Inn Holiday Party
The Louisville Boy Scouts and Congressman John Yarmuth attended Friday’s holiday party for residents of St. Vincent de Paul’s Ozanam Inn. The Boy Scouts performed skits, brought board games, and provided dinner. Congressman Yarmuth delivered one-of-a-kind holiday cards created by students from Holy Trinity Parish School, Chenoweth Elementary, and Shacklette Elementary. The program, Holiday Cards […]
Student of the Month
Congratulations to our Student of the Month! Each month, the Family Success Center selects one student to be the SVDP Student of the Month. The candidate must have had regular attendance throughout the month, consistently demonstrated the Core Values of the FSC (Trustworthiness, Respect, Responsibility, Fairness, Caring, and Citizenship), and served as a positive role […]
An Interview with The Wednesday Ladies
These days, going to work at St. Vincent de Paul feels a bit like I imagine it would to step into Santa’s Workshop. With bags stuffed with toys around every corner, boxes of glistening candy canes stacked high, and mountains of freshly folded winter clothes looming-up from table tops like mountains, it’s hard not to […]
Veteran Finds Stability and Inspiration at SVDP
Veteran, David Cox, an Eastern High School graduate, served in the U.S. Army from 2008-15. He was a public affairs specialist with the U.S. Army’s 2nd Brigade Combat Team, 101st Airborne Division (Fort Campbell, KY), during his last deployment to Afghanistan. A history buff, Cox grew up in a working-class family in Louisville’s West End. […]
5 Reasons to Volunteer at the FSC
The FSC is always looking for help with our kiddos. But why should you take time out of your busy life to help with our programs? Read on to find out! 1. Build Relationships with Kids A basic truth in life is that one of the greatest acts of service you can perform is to […]
Help Wanted: Intern to Help Kids
Purpose: To empower children by building relationships with participants in St. Vincent de Paul Louisville’s After-School Program and assisting with classes and activities at the Family Success Center. Responsibilities: Mentor children at the Family Success center by engaging them in games, crafts, and conversation during down time. Assist staff with meal preparation and clean-up before, […]
Promoting Empowerment
What do you think of when you read the word “sustainability?” Maybe you think solar panels, or houses made of recycled materials. Maybe you think of maintaining schedules or choosing which organizations or tasks require your time and attention. Over the past five years or so, “sustainability” has become a buzz word in the nonprofit […]
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