The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Southwest Texas is one of the longest-running charities in South Texas serving those in need throughout ten south-central Texas counties. For nearly 150 years, we have continued this mission in San Antonio, providing direct assistance to meet critical needs in our community.
Our network of 55 Conference sites, spanning almost 1,400 total square miles, allows our reach to extend across the South Texas community. Our programs (both emergency and long-term) provide food, clothing, household items, furniture, financial aid, school supplies, fans, case management, job training, budget counseling, housing search and placement, disaster recovery, and rent and utility assistance.
As the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Southwest Texas Council we also affiliate with St. Vinny’s Bistro® which provides three hot, nutritious meals each day, 365 days a year in the Courtyard at Haven for Hope. Through this work, we serve an average of 1,100 to 1,400 meals per day. In addition, sack lunches are provided for those who work in the community and medicinal meals are provided for those who need to take their medication with food.
In collaboration with others, we offer an array of services to the poor and vulnerable in and around San Antonio, including underserved, unincorporated areas of Bexar County with high levels of poverty. The program serves a broad population of all ages, with a special focus on veterans, the disabled, seniors, those with children under 5, the homeless, and those at high risk of becoming homeless.
Through our Essential Services Program, we offer an array of programs and services that address basic needs. In addition, limited financial assistance is provided for expenses such as utility bills, rent, and medication to low-income individuals as outlined by the Department of Housing and Urban Development. We also offer a Rapid Rehousing Program funded by Bexar County Economic and Community Development Department Development Services Division and City of San Antonio - Dept. of Human Services.
In addition, because we guide and oversee a network of more than 59 Conference distribution sites in the community (offering an array of services), we can connect those in need to the conference located closest to them.
- Income: must be less than 50 % of AMI to qualify.
- Referrals to Case Management
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Requirements:
- Must have valid ID
- Must reside within parish boundary
- Application with Household Members and Information
Free.
Members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul (STVDP) put their faith into action. The Vincentians, as the members are called, follow Christ by serving those in need of food, clothing, and assistance and so bear witness to Christ’s compassion for the poor and broken-hearted. Through person-to-person, Vincentians give their heart and friendship to those they serve.
Food Pantry and Utility Assistance Requirements:
- Must reside within parish boundary.
Other Services for the Homeless:
- Sack Lunches
- Clothes
- Personal Hygiene Items
Free.
This eviction and homelessness prevention program provides the following to qualifying households:
- One-month rental assistance
- One-month energy assistance up to $400
To qualify for this program:
- the household income must not exceed 150% of the federal poverty level;
- must be a family with at least one child under 5 years of age;
- must be the leaseholder and provide a copy of the current lease agreement;
- must provide 60 days' proof of income;
- must provide ID for all adults and birth certificates for children.
- Rental Assistance
- Utility Assistance - Electric
- Utility Assistance - Water
| Monday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Tuesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Thursday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Friday: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM |
| Saturday: CLOSED |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Southwest Council has two different types of volunteers - Good Samaritans and Vincentians.
Good Samaritan Volunteers work with our Society of St. Vincent de Paul staff. Good Samaritians assist us collect and sort fans for Project Cool, sort and pre-package food to distribute to families in need, organize food drives and third party events to bring in critically needed items, assist in St. Vinny's Bistro to cook and serve food to homeless individuals, and assist with special projects.
Vincentian Volunteers are parish-based volunteers. Vincentians conduct Home Visits (in-person and virtual). During their visit, Vincentians are able to asses the needs of our friends and refer them to one or all of our programs.
Conference Support Volunteer:
Volunteer at your local St. Vincent de Paul Conference location. Volunteers help with stocking shelves, bagging food, sorting donations and seeing our brothers and sisters who come to our doors seeking assistance.
Volunteers are needed on a daily, weekly, and monthly basis.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Requirements:
- Must reside within parish boundary.
- Please wear a mask.
- We serve on a case-to-case basis, we will not turn you away if it is your first visit.
Free.
by Society of St Vincent de Paul Southwest Texas Council
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary. Food service requires walk-in. Utility Assistance requires a home visit
The Society of St Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Requirements:
- Valid ID preferred.
- Must reside within parish boundary.
- Application with household members and information.
- Clothing and Household items also available on food distribution days, you do not need to live in parish boundaries for these items.
by Society of St Vincent de Paul Southwest Texas Council
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service.
An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served.
The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
A national organization dedicated to serving needy families by providing food, medicine and payment of utility bills. The St. Vincent De Paul house is located on Clower across from the church. Call 735-3700 for more information.
Must reside within parish boundary.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Requirements:
- Must reside within parish boundary
- Must show proof of government assistance
Free.
The mission of the St. Gregory’s Conference of the St. Vincent De Paul Society is to give assistance to the needy who reside within our parish area.
We can furnish emergency supplemental food and, depending on the circumstances, may offer financial assistance for rent and utilities or help with referrals to other agencies.
Because those who come to us find themselves in difficult situations, it is our mission also to be empathetic and understanding and attempt to help them to resolve some of their issues.
Must reside within parish boundary.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
The Society of St Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
Inspired by Gospel values, the St. Vincent de Paul Society members offer person to person services to those in need, promote human dignity and personal integrity in all dimensions. We give priority to the poorest of the poor and to those rejected by society. Last year, the Society our Vincentians helped our brothers and sisters with food, clothing, household goods, rental, and utility assistance, bus tickets, and hope. Vincentians hold reverence for the poor; we do not judge, but seek to understand without being judgmental. We establish confidentiality by creating relationships based on trust and friendship. We promote self-sufficiency by helping the poor to help themselves forge ahead and change their own destiny.
Requirements:
- Valid ID.
- Must reside within parish boundary.
- Application with household members and information.
- Curbside Food Distribution.
Free.
Our parish St. Vincent de Paul ministry is a lay team of men and women who join together to grow spiritually through Christian service. They offer person-to-person service to families and individuals living within our parish area who are in need of groceries and financial assistance.
This ministry serves as a witness to God’s love by embracing works of charity and justice. They collaborate with other people of good will in relieving need and addressing its causes. They make no distinction in those served because, in them, our parish sees the face of Christ. St. Vincent de Paul assists people in our parish needing food, clothes, rent assistance, utility assistance and other emergency needs.
A special collection on the first Sunday of the month helps to support the St. Vincent de Paul ministry. Your donations help many families each month to stay in their homes and feed their families.
Contact the parish St. Vincent de Paul Office at [210] 344-0611 to receive assistance or for information about joining this ministry.
Food Pantry Requirements:
- Must reside within parish boundary. Please call before to see if you qualify for assistance at this parish.
- Must have a picture ID.
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique.
Aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service.
An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it also must assume a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Requirements:
- Must reside within parish boundary.
- Drive-Thru Food Distribution
The St. Vincent De Paul Society seeks to help those that are in need. The center is able to provide food, clothing, and limited financial assistance on an individual basis.
The St. Vincent De Paul Center is located across the parking lot from the Administration Building on the parish grounds and is the social service center for the entire parish community.
Donations are always welcomed and can be dropped off during operating hours. The most important donation you can make is your time, talent, and prayer.
Requirements:
- Valid ID.
- Must reside within parish boundary.
- Copy of Residential Lease for proof of residency.
Free.
| Monday: CLOSED |
| Tuesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Wednesday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Thursday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Friday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Saturday: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM |
| Sunday: CLOSED |
by Society of St Vincent de Paul Southwest Texas Council
Our Current Services:
- Once a Month Food Distribution
- Once a month Clothing Allocation
- Weekly Bread Distribution - Wednesday (Bi-weekly service)
- Visitations - In home or office visits to listen to our brothers and sisters needs and respond with the resource available
- Honoring Mothers - During May we give a gift to each mother and have a prize drawing at the end of May.
- Thanksgiving Food Basket - Provide turkey and all the trimmings for as many families as possible
- Mini Food Fair - Periodic event distributing 10-13,000 lbs. of food from Food Bank
- Clothing Assistance - Bexar County Transition Center on Military Drive
- Sweets and "Goodies" - Adult Day Care Center on Marbach Road
- Support John Jay JROTC Program - Teach poverty awareness to students and support annual food drive.
Food Pantry Requirements:
- Must have picture ID
- Should live within parish boundary, please call before to confirm address.
- Food is given once a month to each qualiflying person.
Provides food assistance to families that live within the church boundaries.
Must reside within church boundaries.
Free
The St Vincent de Paul Society is an international Catholic organization of lay people, founded in 1833. The society is under the patronage of St. Vincent de Paul and derives its inspiration from its members, to help those who are in need, to relieve suffering and to provide a Christian outreach to our neighbors. Services include visiting the poor in their homes, providing food from the church food pantry, and assistance with emergency partial payments of utility, rent and medical expenses. We are mainly dependent upon the support of our fellow parishioners.
Our doors are open Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Must reside within parish boundary.
by Society of St Vincent de Paul Southwest Texas Council
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul offers tangible assistance to those in need on a person-to-person basis. It is this personalized involvement that makes the work of the Society unique. This aid may take the form of intervention, consultation, or often through direct dollar or in-kind service. An essential precept of the Society's work is to provide help while conscientiously maintaining the confidentiality and dignity of those who are served. The Society recognizes that it must assume, also, a role of advocacy for those who are defenseless or voiceless.
Must reside within parish boundary.
Our Programs at St Mark:
- Food Pantry
- Home and church visits to those requesting help
- Serving Meals at St Vinnies Bistro at the Haven for Hope Prospects Courtyard.
- Emergency rent and utility assistance
- Christmas Giving Tree
by Society of St Vincent de Paul Southwest Texas Council
The Society of St. Vincent De Paul provides food and financial assistance to needy individuals and families in the parish boundaries. Volunteers assist individuals one-on-one as they seek assistance in the office. During the holiday season, we have our Thanksgiving food drive and Angel Tree. Funding is provided primarily by a monthly collection during Mass and through parishioners' donations of food.
Must reside within parish boundary.
At St. Brigid, we have several ministries that reach out to our local and wider communities.
By providing assistance, goodwill, and hospitality, the needs of many are met when parishioners come together, with Christ, to serve others.
Requirements:
- Must reside within parish boundary
- Valid ID
- Proof of residency (i.e. utility bill)
- Curbside pickup