St. Vincent de Paul
A network of friends, inspired by the gospel values, growing in holiness and building a more just world through personal relationships with and service to people in need.
What We Do
SVdP is a Catholic-based volunteer organization that provides assistance to people in need, on a personal basis in the surrounding area. We have very active SVdP conferences at both of our clustered parishes. Needs are assessed through home visits, and assistance is provided through aid for rent, utilities, food vouchers, gas cards, clothes, household goods and referral services. Our SVdP Conferences also provide Thanksgiving baskets in November, coordinates our Giving Trees in December, and helps assemble back-to-school backpacks for families in need. These are a few of the many ways we help our own parishioners and others in our area.
More Information
Join Us
If you would like to explore getting involved with St. Vincent de Paul, please call the numbers above. Monetary donations are always needed and appreciated as well.
What is the time commitment: The Society recognizes that the level of involvement members can commit to will vary depending on personal circumstances such as work and family commitments. For this reason, the Society holds three forms of membership:
- Active (full) members are those who participate regularly in prayer life, attends regular conference meetings, and participates in charitable activities through personal contact with the poor of the Vincentian Conference or Council. An Active (Full) Member accepts the Rule of the Society and belongs to a Catholic Church.
- Associate members are committed to living the Society mission and serving those in need by offering assistance to outreach projects held throughout the year. Associate members do not attend conference meetings and may or may not be of the Catholic faith.
- Contributing members offer In-Kind or financial donations to a conference, Council Program or special work.
Resources Available for Everyone
List of Services
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SVdP Thrift StoresList Item 1
We sell a wide variety of household and personal goods. The 3 stores are located in Waukesha, Pewaukee, and Oconomowoc.
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Aging & Disability Resource Center of Waukesha CountyList Item 2
This is the most thorough guide of abailable services in the County. Important services for housing and food banks are just a few of the many services identified in this guidebook.
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Community Action Coalition for South Central Wisconsin, Inc.List Item 3
(CAC) is a community action program, serving both urban and rural communities in Dane, Jefferson and Waukesha Counties. One important service addresses housing.
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WE Energies AssistanceList Item 4
Contact information for utilities issues, including requesting payment plans.
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Waukesha County Department of Health and Human Services
(WCDHHS) is a County agency providing a wide range of confidential services designed to enhance the physical and emotional functioning of individuals and families in Waukesha County.
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Housing Action Coalition of Waukesha County
This coalition is committed to building partnerships with social support providers, community stakeholders, and constituents to provide responsive solutions to meet the needs of vulnerable populations within the Waukesha community who are experiencing or at risk of experiencing homelessness.
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Family Promise of Waukesha County
Partners with faith-based communites and other groups, utilizing their buildings and volunteers along with our day center to provide free room and board for up to 90 days. Durring this time, our case manager connects these families with other local resources.
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Lake Area Free Clinic
LAFC, based in Oconomowoc, has been serving residents of Waukesha County who lack health insurance or the ability to pay for health care. LAFC patients receive the medical attention, medication and practical information they need to maintain their health.
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Katy's Kloset
Donate or borrow medical equipment by visiting us durring our open hours. Located in Waukesha.
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SeniorCare
This is a prescription drug assistance program for Wisconsin residents who are 65 years of age or older and meet the enrollment requirements. The program is designed to help seniors with their prescription drug costs.
