Society of St. Vincent de Paul
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Atlanta provides financial, material and spiritual support to those in need regardless of background or faith and collaborates with other organizations to empower people to achieve self-sufficiency. We are part of an international organization and have operated in North Georgia since 1903.
The Society strives to equip individuals experiencing a time of hardship with the materials, education and confidence needed to establish financial security and self-sufficiency.
Depending on their circumstances, clients may receive financial aid, free food, free clothing or other merchandise, or any combination. The Conference Support Center provides a variety of programs and services that not only offer aid but support individuals as they strive for self-sufficiency.
Inspired by Gospel values, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a Catholic lay organization, leads women and men to join together to grow spiritually by offering person-to-person service to those who are needy and suffering In the tradition of its founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam, and patron, St. Vincent de Paul.
As a reflection of the whole family of God, members, who are known as Vincentians, are drawn from every ethnic and cultural background, age group and economic level.
Vincentians are united in an international society of charity by their spirit of poverty, humility and sharing, which is nourished by prayer and reflection, mutually supportive gatherings and adherence to a basic Rule.
Organized locally, Vincentians witness God?s love by embracing all works of charity and justice. The Society collaborates with other people of good will in relieving need and addressing its causes, making no distinction in those served because, in them, Vincentians see the face of Christ.