Author: Sharon Winzeler

For St. Vincent de Paul volunteer Maureen, the work she does is not just about providing financial assistance—it’s about meeting people where they are and walking with them through their struggles. Recently, she shared two stories that deeply touched her heart and captured the spirit of SVdP’s mission. One involved a 41-year-old father of two Read more

For the volunteers of the St. Vincent de Paul Society, helping neighbors in need is about far more than paying a bill or providing temporary financial assistance. It’s about offering hope, compassion, and companionship amid life’s hardships. “That’s the ministry part of this—walking with the neighbor,” said Cathy Smith, president of the St. Francis of Read more

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SVdP) continues to be a lifeline for families navigating moments of intense hardship, offering not just financial aid but hope and dignity. In recent months, several neighbors in need have found themselves teetering on the edge of crisis—and through the support of generous donors and dedicated volunteers, SVdP Read more

The work of St. Vincent de Paul volunteers is about more than financial assistance—it’s about walking with our neighbors in their moments of need, seeing the full picture, and responding with love and compassion. Recently, a mother of two young children reached out for help with a mounting electric bill. Two Vincentian volunteers visited her Read more

At the St. Vincent de Paul Society, we are called to serve not only with charity but also with compassion, dignity, and the willingness to walk alongside our neighbors in their most difficult moments. Every case we encounter is a reminder that behind each request for help is a human story—often one of resilience, heartbreak, Read more

In a quiet corner of the city, a simple act of compassion made all the difference for a 70-year-old woman facing one of the most challenging moments of her life. After suffering a stroke earlier this year, the woman, who lived independently, fell behind on her rent. Recovery was slow, and unable to work, she Read more

A 34-year-old mother of three was making ends meet on her own.  She runs a tight budget.  Her car is paid for, and she buys just one tank of gas a month. She has a few other expenses. The mother got behind in rent when a childcare issue led to the loss of her job.  Read more

This month, a mother with a sick son was saved from eviction when the St. Vincent de Paul Society and other local agencies stepped in to help.  She had a good job with a nonprofit but lost her position in January because of recent changes made by the federal government.  She spent her savings on Read more

Help comes in many forms from the volunteers at St. Vincent de Paul.  Often, it involves some tender, loving care in addition to a donation. A woman with disabilities in her late 80’s called SVdP after she was evicted, and the sheriff had already padlocked her apartment. She was a professional in her day but exhausted all her Read more