Congratulations to our Student of the Month, Nadira! Nadira is in 5th grade. She was chosen for Student of the Month because she has consistent daily attendance, participates fully in activities, and is captain of the SVDP Dance Team. Her friends and mentors at the Family Success Center are also proud to announce that Nadira…
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…
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…
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…
Welcome Back, Kiddos!
It’s fall, and everyone is back at school, so I decided to devote this blog post to telling you all a little more about the kids in St. Vincent de Paul’s after-school program at the Family Success Center (FSC). I spent an afternoon hanging out with the participants and interviewing them to learn more about…
Kids Celebrate Ali
Kids learn about boxing champ.
Dental ‘Doc McStuffins’ Joins Board
Tonda Drinkard Helton is proud to be breaking barriers.
WHAS Features Recovery Client
Former addict says SVDP recovery program saves lives.