The SVdP Top Hat Winners with Bishop Michael C Barber. During St. Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa County’s 60th Anniversary Celebration, some of SVdP’s most dedicated and compassionate volunteers were recognized for their outstanding service. Receiving the “Top Hat,” award, these volunteer Vincentians exemplify all it means to care for your friends [...]
Michelle and her daughter with SVdP Vincentian Cindi. Michelle is safe and living with her daughter. Michelle, who suffers from multiple sclerosis, studies for IT classes and her daughter plays with PAW Patrol toys. But it wasn’t always this way. Michelle was homeless, in the throes of addiction, but she says the support [...]
Gala and her family are safe in the United States. In 2014, Russia invaded Ukraine, and again in February 2022. The war displaced families like Gala's, who came to America with her husband and young son. "Our home was invaded in 2014, and since then we’ve been moving," Gala said. "My son just [...]
D.N.P Paul Kiruuta helps those in need at the RotaCare Pittsburg Free Medical Clinic at St. Vincent de Paul. As a Doctor Nurse Practitioner and a dedicated Rotarian of 30 years, Paul Kiruuta, D.N.P, exemplifies commitment to caring for those in need. Volunteering at the RotaCare Pittsburg Free Medical Clinic at St. Vincent [...]
Michelle is overjoyed to receive a car from St. Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa County, as it will help her care for her children and visit family. Michelle, a single mom with no family nearby, worked hard to save enough money to buy a car. The car wasn’t just a way to [...]
Steve visits the St. Vincent de Paul Family Resource Center daily. Dear friend, I want you to meet Steve. He’s a friend of mine, and I think you’ll like him too. Steve is a regular at the SVdP Family Resource Center in Pittsburg. He takes the bus to come get food, clothing, and [...]
Alex picks up groceries for his family from the emergency food pantry from the St. Vincent de Paul Family Resource Center in Pittsburg. There are many reasons why a family may find themselves in need. Job loss, illness, surprise expenses – all of these things can push a family to the edge. Alex [...]
Stephanie smiles as she receives a donated car to help her get around. Living in Contra Costa without a car is hard. At St. Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa County, we have a special program that brings warmth and hope to families in need by giving them cars donated by kind-hearted people [...]
Monica smiles proudly during her phlebotomist internship, grateful for the help she received from SVdP. Your kindness has become a beacon of hope for Monica and her family. Your generosity has helped Monica transform her life, and highlights the profound impact community support can have on the lives of those in need. Through [...]
The Delta Veterans Group help load the backpacks, sleeping bags, and boots they donated to SVdP to help people facing homelessness. Amidst this winter’s chill, a heartwarming alliance between the Delta Veterans Group, St. Vincent de Paul of Contra Costa County (SVdP), and the Saints & Sinners Motorcycle Club brought warmth and hope [...]
