Thanksgiving message from SVdP Director Bethany Cartledge

Holidays & Dates

As we enter the Thanksgiving season, I am reminded of the incredible generosity and kindness that define our community. On behalf of everyone at St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County (SVdP), I want to extend my heartfelt gratitude to you—our donors, St. Vinnie’s...

SVdP donation drive supports holiday food boxes for families

Holidays & Dates

Holiday food boxes with seasonal staples will be distributed this December. EUGENE – On November 1s St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County (SVdP) is kicking off an annual holiday food drive to benefit local families and individuals in need. The nonprofit is asking...

SVdP waives housing application fees through 2023

Affordable Housing, Donations, Holidays & Dates, Property Management

Between now and the end of 2023, St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County (SVdP) will waive the typical application fee of $44 for low-income residents who are applying to live in SVdP’s affordable-housing properties. “Eliminating all application fees will help...

‘Season of Joy’ supports seniors during holidays, families all year

Affordable Housing, Donations, Emergency Assistance, Holidays & Dates

In the spirit of SVdP’s mission to bring comfort to the vulnerable in our community, we will offer support to seniors living at five of our affordable-housing properties this holiday season. Our new Season of Joy campaign will raise funds to provide totes filled with...

SVdP reflections on equality this Emancipation Day

Holidays & Dates, Social Justice

Did you know that three years before the 13th Amendment was ratified officially abolishing slavery in the Unites States, President Abraham Lincoln signed the Compensated Emancipation Act on April 16, 1862? That date became an official public holiday in the District of...