St. Vincent de Paul CARES

🌟 Today, on the Feast Day of St. Louise de Marillac, we celebrate a remarkable woman whose compassion and dedication continue to inspire us. Born in 1591, St. Louise devoted her life to serving the marginalized and the poor, partnering with St. Vincent de Paul to found the Daughters of Charity. Together, they established hospitals, orphanages, and schools to provide care and education to those in need. Her legacy of love and service lives on as SVdP CARES continues our mission to end homelessness and uplift #neighborsinneed. Just as St. Louise empowered others to rebuild their lives with dignity and self-sufficiency, we strive to follow in her footsteps, offering support, hope, and a path toward a brighter future. Join us in honoring St. Louise's spirit by spreading love and hope on this special day. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of those who need it most. 💙 #FeastDay #StLouisedeMarillac #EndHomelessness

Only a few more hours left to #BetheOne and make a difference in the lives of #neighborsinneed. Gifts given will help provide a home for those without one, along with the support a person needs to build a stable and productive life. GIVE TODAY at: https://bit.ly/CARES_GC 🏠💙🏡💙#GivingChallenge2024 #SharetheCARE

Today is the day! Now through noon tomorrow #BetheOne to make a difference in the lives of #neighborsinneed. Gifts given will help provide a home for those without one, along with the support a person needs to build a stable and productive life. GIVE TODAY at: https://bit.ly/CARES_GC 🏠💙🏡💙#GivingChallenge2024 #SharetheCARE

🎉🍲 The silent auction for Empty Bowls 2024: Presented by Dick & Joyce Funk, is now LIVE! 🎉🍲 Whether you're near or far, you can participate from anywhere! Bid on amazing items while supporting an end to hunger and homelessness. The auction will run through the event day, April 13th, until 3:30 pm. Please note that 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨𝐧'𝐭 𝐡𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐭𝐨 𝐰𝐢𝐧... though we would love to see you! Don't miss out on the chance to make a difference in the lives of those hungry and homeless! Click the link to start bidding: https://lnkd.in/eBd4KnCx 🌟 #EmptyBowls2024 #SilentAuction #BidForGood 🎁🥣

🌷 As we reflect on the Easter season, let's hold onto the spirit of hope and renewal a little longer. 🌟 Hope is a thread woven into the lives of those SVdP CARES serves, including John and Jackie, a remarkable couple whose journey embodies the resilience and strength we celebrate during this time. 🎖️ As an Army veteran with a career in law enforcement, John was used to serving others. In their kindness, John and Jackie much preferred to serve others than to be served, so "to be on the other side—it was hard," they said. They felt isolated and ashamed, hiding their homelessness from everyone—their coworkers, friends, even their daughter. 💑 During these dark days, Jackie refused to leave her husband’s side. She said they were a "unit," and she was determined they’d stay together no matter what. But many shelters have separate men’s and women’s areas. To stay together, the couple had to live out of their car and take shifts sleeping. This took a mental and physical toll, especially on John, who suffers from health issues. 🤝 This support was the lifeline that Jackie and John needed. When they finally connected with SVdP CARES, they were quickly placed into a hotel. Then our staff helped John and Jackie find permanent housing they could afford. 🏠 SVdP CARES hired a moving company to help the couple transition into their new home. This extra act of kindness—made possible by donations from friends like you—meant the world to John, who has bad knees and a bad back. 🙏 A year and a half later, John and Jackie are loving their home. They feel so grateful for the new life they have received. Their gratitude has moved them to give back, so Jackie serves meals to those suffering from homelessness once a week, and John always makes it a point to talk with them and share resources. This season of renewal and redemption is the perfect time to follow John and Jackie's example of service. Give a gift today at www.SVdP.CARE/Easter and #SharetheCARE! #endhomelessness #Hope #Renewal #HomelessnessAwareness 🌟

🙏 Thank you to St. Vincent de Paul CARES #EmptyBowls 2024 food donors, whose delicious soup and bread will be filling bowls at the April 13th event at the @Coastalcreative tv, while helping to fill a need for those who are hungry and homeless. 🥣 #endhunger #endhomelessness Enjoy over 10 delicious soups at our 10th annual event. Get your tickets at svdp.care/empty-bowls TODAY📆

🌟 Incredible Act of Kindness Alert! 🌟 In a world where we can sometimes feel the glass is half empty, the 5th Avenue Church Of Christ just reminded us that compassion does a body good with a donation of over 100 gallons of milk. 🙌🥛 "They just blessed our socks off," said Chef Brian at the Food Center, "we have been struggling to get milk in for CARE Center guests because of budget restrictions." A tall glass of THANKS to our new friends for their remarkable compassion and commitment to making a difference in our community! 🎉🙏

SVdP CARES 10th annual Empty Bowls is just 1-month away! Presented by Dick and Joyce Funk, hosted at Coastal Creative TV and benefiting SVdP CARES, Empty Bowls features beautifully handcrafted bowls created by passionate artists for guests to take home as a reminder that everyone’s lives should be filled with hope. Meet the Veterans and families who have overcome homelessness while enjoying live music, delicious local soups, and a silent auction featuring items guaranteed to make for an unforgettable afternoon of giving. 100% of the proceeds go toward ending hunger and homelessness in our community. #neighborsinneed #endhunger #endhomelessness #SaveTheDate 📅👆

Bradley Construction Co does its part to "improve the community through construction," which builds on SVdP CARES goal to improve the community through stable housing. Their continued support makes them a #CARESChampion and proud Platinum Ladle sponsor of #EmptyBowls2024 Learn more about Empty Bowls, happening at our NEW LOCATION, Coastal Creative TV, on April 13th, and find tickets or sponsorship opportunities at: www.SVdP.CARE/empty-bowls. #SavetheDate #endhunger #endhomelessness

Long time Pinellas residents and philanthropists, Dick and Joyce Funk, have been involved with the work of SVdP CARES for over 5 years."We appreciate the work St. Vincent de Paul CARES is doing to end homelessness, said Funk. "I'm glad to be a part of it." Dick and Joyce are a true #CARESchampion and proud Presenting Ladle sponsor of #EmptyBowls 2024. To learn more about Empty Bowls, purchase tickets, or become a sponsor, visit: www.SVdP.CARE/empty-bowls. #SavetheDate #endhunger #endhomelessness