We are a 501(c)(3) charitable organization serving the Greater Houston area since 1871. We are part of a national organization and linked by the common mission of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. We are referred to as the Galveston-Houston Archdiocesan Council and are composed of 60 parish-based groups called Conferences. These independent groups of 5 to 100+ people, put their faith in action by responding to the needs of people in their local community. We, the Galveston-Houston Council, serve as a resource and support system for these Conferences.
The Society serves the needs of Greater Houston's growing community by way of a centralized Call Center, a Food Network, that includes 34 Food Pantries plus two Food Depots ®, and two Resale Shops. In addition to our Thrift Shops and Food Network, we provide a variety of support services including a Home Visit program, a Voucher Ministry, an Advocacy program, and through education and collaboration with other organizations of goodwill, we widen the reach of our network in order to mobilize positive change for those in need.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Galveston-Houston is a grassroots, volunteer-based, direct-aid organization that helps people in need get back on their feet. We provide short-term financial, material, and emotional support and work person-to-person through advocacy, education and referral efforts to break cycles of poverty, empower people and promote self-sufficiency.
Society of St. Vincent de Paul Galveston-Houston has partnered with CARS (Charitable Adult Rides & Services) to process real estate donations to benefit Society of St. Vincent de Paul Galveston-Houston. Our program takes any property type (land, homes, commercial) in any location so long as there is equity. Even if you owe back taxes, have a mortgage balance, or deferred maintenance, it's no problem. We will pay off all loans, liens, commissions owed and pay all closing costs. If you have a real estate asset that is costing you money or not being utilized, donating it is a great way to give back and you may even claim a significant tax deduction!!