Recently, I had the pleasure of gathering with more than 200 fellow Vincentians from Contra Costa to celebrate our 60 years of service and friendship with our neighbors in need. Then, attending the SVdP National Assembly with more than 825 Vincentians solidified this sense we are One Society, all working toward the mission of seeing [...]
The members of VOTA help those in need at the SVdP Family Resource Center. SVdP has founded a new Youth Conference at St. Joan of Arc Church in San Ramon, known as the Vincentians of the Arc (VOTA). These student volunteers, ranging from 8th graders to sophomores in high school are helping those [...]
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 [...]
