St. Vincent de Paul
Founded in Paris in 1833, the St. Vincent de Paul Society was first established in the United States in downtown St. Louis, Missouri in 1845. From this organizational meeting of local Catholic businessmen and clergy, the Society is now actively serving the poor in 4,500 U.S. communities nationwide through about 100,000 Vincentian members.
The Mission of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is “a network of friends, inspired by Gospel values, growing in holiness and building a more just world through personal relationships with and service to people in need.” Volunteerism, therefore, is the heart of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and our work helping neighbors in need.
St. Vincent de Paul Hours of Operation: Mon-Thurs from 10 am-2 pm
For inclement weather SVDP will follow Conroe ISD closure policy.
Phones will be answered during that time ONLY.
Food Pantry phone is (936) 539-1188.
Everyone MUST call (936) 539-1188 to request financial assistance.
For general questions about financial assistance, email info@svdpconroe.org
For all other questions, email president@svdpconroe.org
Drive-Thru Food Distribution
Drive-Thru Food Distribution only occurs each Wednesday, from 9 am-12 noon or until we run out of food.
Clothes Closet
Our job is very interesting and diverse. Our clients come in with different needs. Some have told us their clothes have been stolen, some have no jobs, and some do not even have heat in their homes. Working here tells us that God gives everyone the ability for a particular service.
General Information:
- The Clothes Closet is open Mon-Thurs from 10 am-2 pm.
- Clothing donations are being accepted by appointment only, please call (936) 539-1188.
- PLEASE do not leave donations of any kind on the front porch. All items left on the front porch will be taken to the dumpster.
Contact: Jackie Ley at president@svdpconroe.org or call at (936) 539-1188.
Phones are only answered between the hours of 10 am -2 pm Mon-Thurs.
To Volunteer
Volunteerism is the heart of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and of our work helping neighbors in need. Our local group of volunteers operates a food pantry, Clothes Closet, provides financial assistance with rent/utilities/prescription medications, prepares and serves hot meals, and supports the needy in our area through home visits. This is all done with the generous support of the community in both money and donated food and clothing.
Monday-Thursday from 10 am – 2 pm
(Bilingual skills a plus but not required)
Pantry:
- Tuesday 11:45 am to 2 pm- 10-15 volunteers to make bags of groceries for food distribution for following day
- Wednesday 6 am food bank truck delivery – 6-8 volunteers to help unload and sort pallets
- Wednesday 6 am – 2-3 volunteers put out cones, tape, tables, etc. to get ready for food distribution
- Wednesday 8 am – 10-12 volunteers for various needs before food distribution begins at 9
- Wednesday 9 am-12 noon – many different positions:
- 2-4 volunteers to check Friends in Need (FINs) in at front of car line – use of walkie-talkie
- 2 volunteers to check computer when FIN is radioed in to give # of bags and eligibility
- 2 volunteers to direct traffic
- 3-4 volunteers to update existing applications as needed and fill out new applications
- 8-10 volunteers to stock carts to move out to driveway and to prepare new bags as needed
- 4-6 volunteers to load cars
- 2-3 volunteers for computer input
How to Apply
Thank you for your interest in volunteering. To begin the process, please email Jackie Ley at the email below. You will be contacted by a member of the Society who will guide you through the process of applying, completing CMG (Safe Haven) Training, and initiate a background check. More training may be required depending on the area you volunteer in. Once you decide where you will be, your Team Leader will inform you of the training required.
CONTACT:
Jackie Ley at president@svdpconroe.org or call at (936) 539-1188. Phones are only answered between the hours of 10 am -2 pm Mon-Thurs.
Located at 145 Madeley St, Conroe, TX 77301
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