The Society of St. Vincent de Paul - Cincinnati

We loved spreading holiday joy at our first winter coat distribution at Elder High School! A huge thank you to our volunteers who shopped, organized, and shared smiles with our neighbors. Your generosity is helping keep our community warm this winter! In need of a coat? Our next winter coat distribution will happen on Wednesday, December 11, at the Clippard Family YMCA (8920 Cheviot Road) from 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. Open to any Hamilton County resident in need of a coat. Please bring ID/verification for each person receiving a coat. Visit svdpcincinnati.org/coats for more information! ?? #coatdrive #neighborshelpingneighbors

A huge thank you to our Wellness Committee for promoting health and community spirit, and an extra special shoutout to Tina Klonne for absolutely crushing our 2024 Annual Step Challenge! With an incredible 1,008,029 steps, your dedication is truly inspiring. Way to lead by example, Tina! #StepChallenge #WellnessWins #Teamwork

This past Saturday, Xavier fans showed up in full force—not just for their team, but for our neighbors in need. Together, we collected 2,406 pounds of food and raised over $1,700 to fight hunger in our community. Kroger sealed the win with a generous $5,000 donation, providing an additional 1,393 meals. Altogether, that's a grand total of 3,892 meals! Thank you to Kroger, Xavier University and every fan who donated. Together we're making an impact to help neighbors in need! #neighborshelpingneighbors

St. Vincent de Paul is here to help make Thanksgiving special. We’re distributing meal kits with a turkey and all the fixings to neighbors in need. When: Tuesday, November 26, 2024, starting at 9 a.m. Where: Neyer Outreach Center No sign-up is needed, but bring a photo ID and be ready to complete a simple TEFAP form. All neighbors are eligible, even if you’ve already received food assistance this month. Want to make a difference? Volunteers are needed to help assemble bags, check in neighbors, serve warm drinks, and carry meals. Together, we can brighten Thanksgiving for over 1,200 families. Share this post or sign up to volunteer today! #neighborshelpingneighbors

Bundle up and give back! We’re thrilled to announce two ways you can help keep our community warm this winter with Boot Country, Inc. and Gold Star: - Bring a Coat, Get a Discount! Bring your gently used work or winter jackets to any Boot Country store, drop it in the collection bin, and enjoy $20 off a new Ariat Rebar Cordura Work Jacket! Thanks to Queen City Laundry, every coat will be cleaned and donated to St. Vincent de Paul to reach those in need. - Help Families Stay Warm with Gold Star’s Annual Coat Drive! Donate funds online at https://lnkd.in/gPbfJArF or donate a coat to any of our 8 Cincinnati Thrift Stores and you’ll get a $5 off coupon for your next $25 Gold Star purchase. Every bit helps St. Vincent de Paul keep families warm this season! Let’s come together and spread warmth, one coat at a time. Thank you for making a difference! #CoatDrive #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors

297 donors came together on Double Your Donation Day to raise more than $339,500 for our neighbors in need! Your generosity is a powerful reminder that when we join together, we can accomplish incredible things. Thanks to you, more families will have: ?? Nutritious meals from our food pantries ?? Lifesaving medications from our Charitable Pharmacy ??? Beds for a safe and restful night’s sleep ?? Emergency assistance to keep them in their homes While the amount that was raised in one day is very exciting, the need in our community remains great. In one recent week, we received $340,000 in requests for rent and utility assistance. Your support brings hope and stability to so many. Together, we’re proving that no challenge is too big when compassion leads the way. Thank you for being part of this mission to uplift our neighbors and transform lives. A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR MATCHING DONORS: Anonymous Volunteers (2) Bill and Suzanne Joiner Jim and Dennie Patton Brian Kellett, Kellett Wealth Advisors Timothy and Jennifer McConnell #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #SeasonOfGiving #DoubleYourDonationDay

Score Big Against Hunger at the Xavier Game! ?? Join us tomorrow, Saturday, Nov. 16 for a food drive benefiting St. Vincent de Paul! Here's how you can help: 1. Bring Your A-Game: Pack a bag with three or more non-perishable food items. 2. Drive to the Hoop: Drop off your donations at the game, starting at 12 p.m. 3. Assist Local Families: Every donation helps put food on the table for families in need this season! Most-needed items include cereal, canned proteins, meals in a can, peanut butter, and personal care essentials. Let’s make a big impact together! #ScoreAgainstHunger #SVDP #XavierUniversity

Give today and double your impact for neighbors like Jessica. Jessica, a single mother, was devastated when her apartment caught fire, leaving her and her children homeless. She came to St. Vincent de Paul seeking help. We provided food, hygiene items, clothing, and other essentials. Before she left, our team prayed with her, offering Jessica a sense of hope on her hardest day. Today, she’s rebuilding her life and is grateful for the support that gave her a fresh start. Today is Double Your Donation Day—every dollar you give is matched up to $150,000. Help families like Jessica’s access the essentials they need to move forward. Together, we can reach our $300,000 goal and bring hope to our community. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gH2W36eB A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR MATCHING DONORS: Anonymous Volunteer Bill and Suzanne Joiner Jim and Dennie Patton Brian Kellett, Kellett Wealth Advisors Timothy and Jennifer McConnell #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #SeasonOfGiving #DoubleYourDonationDay

Exciting Update! New Match Added! Thanks to a new $10,000 matching gift, we’re raising our goal to $320,000 for Double Your Donation Day! We’re so close to reaching $300,000, and now, every dollar given can go even further to support our neighbors in need. Your gift today will be matched dollar for dollar up to $160,000, helping us provide even more food, medicine, clothing, and shelter for our community. Let’s make the most of this incredible opportunity and meet our new goal of $320,000! Give now to double your impact: https://lnkd.in/gH2W36eB

Your Double Your Donation Day gift will help neighbors like Sydney. When Sidney came to St. Vincent de Paul, he was facing the daunting challenge of rebuilding his life. After a friend referred him, Sidney connected with our Homelessness Prevention Program. We helped him secure an apartment, provided groceries, work clothing, and even transportation assistance. With this support, Sidney soon began working, saving, and building toward a brighter future. Today, he’s thriving, looking forward to starting a family, and grateful for the fresh start your generosity made possible. Today is Double Your Donation Day! Give now to help more neighbors like Sidney rebuild their lives with dignity. Thanks to generous donors, every dollar donated will be matched up to $150,000, doubling your impact on the lives of those in need. Donate here: https://lnkd.in/gH2W36eB A SPECIAL THANK YOU TO OUR MATCHING DONORS: Anonymous Volunteer Bill and Suzanne Joiner Jim and Dennie Patton Brian Kellett, Kellett Wealth Advisors Timothy and Jennifer McConnell #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #SeasonOfGiving #DoubleYourDonationDay