St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore

Are you a young professional looking to meet other young professionals and passionate about eliminating poverty in the Baltimore area?

Then join our Emerging Leaders Committee next Tuesday, August 20th at 6pm for a bowl painting happy hour! In support of our Empty Bowls fundraiser, which raises funds to help those impacted by hunger, homelessness, and poverty, spend an evening painting ceramic bowls🎨, enjoying craft beers🍻, and connecting with like-minded individuals at Checkerspot Brewing Company.

To RSVP for the bowl painting happy hour and to learn more about the Emerging Leaders Committee, visit https://www.vincentbaltimore.org/elc/

Vehicle donations are tax-deductible, and the process is easy! 🚗🛻

We accept all vehicles in any condition, running or not. Your donation goes directly toward our community services programs to assist people suffering from the effects of hunger, homelessness, and poverty in the Baltimore region.

Donate your used car, truck, van - or even boat! All vehicles are accepted and turned into monetary donations that support our programs. The process is easy - simply click here to get started: https://careasy.org/nonprofit/Society-of-Saint-Vincent-de-Paul-Council-of-Baltimore

Amanda B. had never heard of Camp St. Vincent before she saw our recent news story on WJZ-TV. But when she saw the clips of our campers, she immediately knew she had to help.

“I saw the story and it really struck me. I honestly had never thought about something like that before and as soon as my brain comprehended what I was seeing, I knew I wanted to contribute. I can't fathom what your program means to the children and their families.

Seeing all the kids smiling and playing in their camp shirts – I was really moved. I have no doubt there are many children whose lives are forever changed because of Camp St. Vincent. I could go on and on! I read about the academic improvements the kids make on your website – it’s all so incredible! Thank you for the beautiful work of this program!”

Thank you, Amanda, and all of our wonderful Camp St. Vincent supporters! You make smiles like these happen.

Big thanks to WJZ-TV | CBS Baltimore for this story on Camp St. Vincent! ☀️⚽️🏊‍♀️

When you ask our campers what their favorite activity is, the most common answer is: swimming! We still urgently need new bathing suits (sizes children’s small to adult XL/2XL), as most of the children do not have their own suits. We also are in urgent need of snacks for our campers. To view our full wish-list, go to https://www.vincentbaltimore.org/needs/.

Our goal is to serve up to 200 children throughout the summer - and we can't do it without your support. As Daimen Poole, Camp St. Vincent Director said, "finding those kids who never get the light in a positive way and then shining that light bright enough to where they can see themselves" - that is what Camp St. Vincent is all about. ❤️

Camp St. Vincent supports children battling homelessness through summer program Summer is a time for kids to be kids, enjoying the outside, pools, and playgrounds. For children battling homelessness, these opportunities could be just out of reach, but one local organization is there to help bridge that gap.

Are you an emerging leader in Baltimore? Do you want to hone your skills in weeding and cleaning and making Fell's Point a beautiful neighborhood? Do you want to learn more about food insecurity and homelessness in Baltimore and ways you can help? If the answer to any or all of these questions is YES, please join us tomorrow, June 25 from 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm at Beans & Bread. The details are in the flyer. Can't make the 25th, then circle Tuesday, August 20 at Checkerspot Brewery for an Empty Bowls bowl painting party! RSVP here: https://form.jotform.com/241355715929060

Beans & Bread, 400 S. Bond Street in Fell's Point is a Baltimore City Cooling Center. Open today 8:30 am to 2:00 pm. Water and an air conditioned seating area is available. Breakfast and lunch are offered as well.

Code Red Weekend in Baltimore!
The Baltimore City Health Commissioner has declared a CODE RED EXTREME HEAT ALERT for Baltimore starting at 11:15 today through Monday, June 24. The weather forecast is predicting actual temperatures to reach 100 degrees with a heat index of 105 degrees. Everyone, but especially senior citizens, children, individuals with disabilities and those experiencing homelessness should stay out of the heat. St. Vincent de Paul's Beans & Bread Day Resource Center is a designated Cooling Center in Baltimore City. Beans & Bread is open until 2:00 pm today and will reopen tomorrow morning at 8:30 am. Beans & Bread is located at 400 S. Bond St. in Fell's Point.

Join us for an inside look at Camp St. Vincent! ☀🍦

We invite you to join us for one of the following one hour group tours guided by our President & CEO, John Schiavone:

Tuesday, July 2 at 9:30 AM
Camp St. Vincent
242 S. Patterson Park Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21231

Thursday, July 25 at 9:30 AM
Camp St. Vincent
242 S. Patterson Park Ave.
Baltimore, MD 21231

Camp St. Vincent is the highlight of the summer for hundreds of children experiencing homelessness. You'll see first-hand what your generosity means to children who attend Camp St. Vincent each summer. Grab your comfortable shoes and join us in Baltimore's Patterson Park for an in-person look at how we have been providing a great summer experience to children impacted by poverty and homelessness since 1907.

We hope to see you there! If you can join us, please RSVP here: https://form.jotform.com/240254743421146 or email [email protected].

Today was the first day of Camp St. Vincent! Nearly 150 children ages 5-14 stepped off the buses at 9 a.m. to enjoy their first day of summer fun. This week will be spent getting to know each other, their wonderful camp counselors and their new daily routines. ☀️🍦🧃🎒

Snacks, supplies and donations will be needed over the next eight weeks, as camp goes until August 9. For a complete list of how you can help our campers have an unforgettable summer experience, go to https://www.vincentbaltimore.org/needs/.

This Father's Day, we want to share an inspiring story that embodies the strength, resilience, and unwavering love of one of the fathers we have the honor to support.

Jerome* faced a lifechanging loss when his wife suddenly passed away, leaving him to care for their four children. Unable to afford his home on his own, Jerome found himself with nowhere to go. Nowhere to go with four children, who were grappling with a new life without their Mom.

Single fathers experiencing homelessness face many unique challenges. Thankfully Jerome and his children found the stability they needed through our SVDP rapid rehousing program and were able to move into a beautiful new home.

Jerome's children, ranging in ages from 5 to 13, mean the world to him. He speaks of them with immense pride. After everything the family has been through, Jerome finds joy in watching his children explore and ride their bikes and scooters through Baltimore's Druid Hill Park.

"Being a single dad – it's not easy. It's my kids who keep me going. Without them, I don't know where I’d be. Because of them, I’ll keep holding on, that's for sure."

Jerome's twins, now thriving in school, previously attended our Head Start programs. Throughout his family's journey, Jerome has been supported by dedicated SVDP staff, who not only provided guidance in securing permanent supportive housing, but also in navigating the challenges of single parenting.

Unfortunately, there are not many options for single dads when it comes to finding shelters that accommodate families. Families often come to us with nothing - nothing but each other. Which is why your support is so important to the programs and services of SVDP. Your giving keeps families together.

This Father's Day, you can celebrate the dad or father figure in your life by donating to St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore. When you make an online Father's Day donation, an email will be sent to notify him of your thoughtful gesture and the important work your gift supports.

When you donate to St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore this Father's Day, you are doubling the love. You get to honor that special father figure in your life - while supporting the loving dads in our programs, like Jerome. Donate in Dad's honor: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/NTkfdQ?vid=163cc5

Camp St. Vincent is the only free summer camp dedicated to serving children experiencing homelessness in the region. This year, the need is more urgent than ever, with over 150 campers needing support. Here are ways you can help:

➡️Sponsor a Camper:
https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/Gw-7Sw?vid=zq3dz

➡️Donate Items From the Camp Wish-List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2F5QXF2EG3JAC?ref_=wl_share

➡️Volunteer:
https://form.jotform.com/240355766012149

St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore Providing resources and support to individuals and families who have been impacted by poverty.

Today is the 10th Anniversary of Albertsons/Safeway Nourishing Neighbors! Beans & Bread, a program of St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore that serves a hot meal to over 150 men, women and children each week day is a recipient of a Nourishing Neighbors grant and celebrated this important milestone with our staff and guests at lunch today. Thank you for providing the cake and for all you do for Beans & Bread!

Children experiencing homelessness, like David, need your help more than ever. Your support will have a meaningful impact on vulnerable children who need the extra love and positive influence that Camp St. Vincent provides at a time of crisis.

Crisis, like what eight-year-old David and his mom Brittany* had been experiencing. For over a year, they lived an unstable and uncertain life, spending their evenings with different family members and friends. 

David, like many children who are experiencing homelessness, struggled with his emotions, and had become depressed and withdrawn.

It started when Brittany lost her job. Recently divorced and suddenly without a steady income, she struggled to pay rent, car payments, and other bills. Eventually, she fell too far behind and was evicted from her apartment. Moving constantly from relatives to friends, couch to couch, was taking a toll on her, and especially David.

Thankfully Brittany and David were referred to Hannah More, one of our emergency shelters for homeless families located in Baltimore County. Brittany started to focus on finding a new job and permanent housing, but she still worried about David. With summer steadily approaching, David was very concerned about what he would do when school let out.

Most children are looking forward to the end of school and having the summertime to play in their neighborhood, attend camp, go on a vacation, or swim at a nearby pool. But for children experiencing homelessness, like David, the thought of summer break can bring great anxiety, loneliness, and sadness.

Without your support, children like David will have nowhere to go this summer. By making your gift today, you can ensure we are able to serve all eligible children at this year's camp.

Soon after arriving at Hannah More, Brittany learned about Camp St. Vincent. Camp St. Vincent offers a specialized social-emotional curriculum that helps children develop coping mechanisms and social skills that lessen the impact of being homeless. Because every child at Camp St. Vincent is experiencing homelessness, they begin to understand they are not alone and build relationships with other children in similar situations.

Your support is critical in allowing us to accept over 200 children to participate in camp this summer. You can help us provide eight weeks of swimming, field trips, arts, music, theater, sports, games, and nature exploration to children experiencing homelessness.

Camp starts June 17th! Please give today so that we know how many children can attend camp this summer: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/Gw-7Sw?vid=zq3dz

St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore Providing resources and support to individuals and families who have been impacted by poverty.

We are grateful for the incredible support from Maury, Donnelly, & Parr Inc. With their help, we can continue to provide essential services and support to our neighbors in need in Baltimore.

From all of us at St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore, THANK YOU! ❤️

For more information on how your business can partner with St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore, go to https://www.vincentbaltimore.org/corporate-partnerships/

We’re excited to present with a donation through insurance’s Legacy of Caring Program. Each year, top agents are invited to nominate a local nonprofit that goes above and beyond to help their community thrive and prosper. The Beans n’ Bread program does great work here in and we are proud to have them in our city!

Our Good Samaritan monthly donors provide a baseline budget for us to count on. Without this regular, predictable revenue, we couldn't reach as many or do as much. That would mean more people in Baltimore without a roof over their head, and more children going to bed hungry each night. As a Good Samaritan monthly donor, you will provide a critical lifeline of consistent support for those suffering from the impacts of poverty in our community.

Monthly giving is a convenient way to support our mission, and you can tailor the amount of your gift to suit your monthly budget. Your support enables us to provide shelter, housing, meals, and child and family services to thousands in our region. Please become a Good Samaritan monthly donor today, and help us reach more of our neighbors in need: https://fundraise.givesmart.com/form/xcYW8A?vid=zm7i6

St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore Providing resources and support to individuals and families who have been impacted by poverty.

The recent graduates from our Good Harvest job training program are celebrating their successes this graduation season! 🥳🎉

At Good Harvest, we offer a 12-week occupational skills training program to provide adults with hands-on experience in a real production kitchen. Program participants gain valuable skills and experience, obtain a ServSafe Manager’s Certification, and go on to successful careers in the food services industry.

All of the graduates pictured here just graduated, have their ServSafe Manager's Certification - and already have new jobs lined up! 🤩

Our Good Harvest Community Kitchen provides more than one million meals each year to over 60 different sites throughout the region, providing healthy food access for children, families in shelters, seniors and other underserved populations.

For more info on Good Harvest, go to www.goodharvest.org.

We are pleased to announce that the 18th Annual Empty Bowls Family Event and the inaugural Candlelight and Clay raised over $186,000 for the programs and services of St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore! 🎉

This year was extra special, as we added the new Candlelight and Clay event to the weekend’s festivities. Between the two events, nearly 1,000 guests were in attendance, enjoying unlimited bowl-friendly cuisine from over twenty area restaurants, while taking in a variety of fun and engaging performances and activities. 🎷

In keeping with tradition, everyone went home with a beautiful hand-painted ceramic bowl, which serves as a reminder of the hunger that exists in our community. Our thanks to the local community organizations, businesses, churches, and schools who hand-painted over 1,000 bowls for our guests, as well as our many volunteers who assisted with both events.

Empty Bowls would not be possible without the support of our great sponsors, including Presenting Sponsor, Whiting-Turner Contracting HQ and our media partner, WBAL-TV 11 Baltimore. Many thanks to all of our corporate sponsors as well as the restaurant sponsors who provided donated food for the events. 🥣

We would like to give a tremendous thank you to everyone who came out in support of Empty Bowls, along with those who donated this year – we could not have done it without you! Your support allows us to serve those suffering from hunger, homelessness, and poverty with not only food, but also an array of services to help them gain the skills, resources, and opportunities to achieve their full potential and, most importantly, to have hope. 💙

We look forward to seeing you again at next year’s events, scheduled for April 11 and 12, 2025! If you attended Candlelight and Clay and/or the Empty Bowls Family Event, please take a moment to complete our survey, as we'd love your feedback!

Candlelight and Clay Survey: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/ZutAumi

Empty Bowls Family Event Survey: https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sv/tKeDuTa

Do you have a passion for teaching? Then we want to hear from you! We're hiring Head Start Classroom Teachers, Assistant Teachers, and Substitute Teachers.
Apply today! www.vincentbaltimore.org/careers

April 21 to 27 is National Volunteer Week and St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore is pleased to honor one of the best, Mr. Bill!

Mr. Bill was one of the more than 100 amazing volunteers at this past weekend’s Candlelight & Clay and Empty Bowls Family Event. He worked at BOTH events and his cheerful attitude and great salesmanship made the silent auction bids go high and the soup and food flowing to the attendees. The Silent Auction netted over $2,500 and over 800 people were served between the two events.

Bill retired from his career 18 years ago, but the word retirement is not in his vocabulary. He also volunteers at Ronald McDonald House Charities (RMHC) , Gilchrist Cares , B&O Railroad Museum and Roberta's House . Thank you, Mr. Bill for supporting and our community.

Want to volunteer at an SVDP event or program? We have plenty of opportunities – visit us at vincentbaltimore.org/volunteer

St. Vincent de Paul of Baltimore Providing resources and support to individuals and families who have been impacted by poverty.

We're planning a baby shower for new and expecting Head Start families this Friday, April 26 and need your help with light snacks like chips, dip, fruit, and desserts for the attendees. If you can donate, please email David Sanders at [email protected] for details.

Parents also need new pacifiers, baby bibs, receiving blankets, sip cups, undershirts, socks, diapers, wipes, gift cards, and baby equipment.

You can donate baby shower gifts by ordering from our Amazon Wish List and sending donations to our Patterson Park Head Start at 242 S. Patterson Park Ave. Baltimore, MD 21231.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HR350T2MK2WC/ref=hz_ls_biz_

In order to properly acknowledge your donations, please complete our online donation form: https://form.jotform.com/223354648271155

Thank you so much for supporting Head Start families!

Empty Bowls is this weekend!

It all starts tonight with the Candlelight and Clay Event, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM at the Maryland State Fairgrounds, Exhibition Hall. This intimate, candlelit event will feature a variety of foods from local Baltimore restaurants, including a live cooking demo; complimentary beer, wine, and select cocktails; a DJ and dancing; and first choice of a handcrafted, keepsake ceramic bowl.

Get tickets or donate: www.emptybowlsbaltimore.org

We'll keep the fun going tomorrow at the Annual Family Event from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. There will be a kids zone complete with face painting, games, a bounce house and more; an artisanal marketplace, as well as music, games, and entertainment for everyone! And don't forget, there will also be a wide selection of delicious soups and foods from local restaurants, including a live cooking demo; a cash bar; and a variety of handcrafted, keepsake ceramic bowls to choose from. And children 5 and under are free!

Tickets also available at the door for both events.

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April is National Volunteer Appreciation Month -- Meet The Herd!

The Herd is one of SVDP's regular volunteer groups. They formed more than 20 years ago to help make a difference in their community and chose serving breakfast on Sunday mornings at Sarah's Hope as one of their volunteer activities. Every first and third Sunday of the month the group of friends and families comes together to cook and serve breakfast to the families at Sarah's Hope. The clients enjoy not only the food but also the comradery they share. Thank you to all the 60-plus Herd members for their support -- you are impacting lives beyond the meals.

If you are interested in joining the Heard, please contact Matthew Ruth at [email protected]. For other SVDP volunteer opportunities, visit www.vincentbaltimore.org/volunteer

Empty Bowls is This Weekend!

This year, we are offering two exciting events to raise funds to help those impacted by hunger, homelessness, and poverty to receive not only food, but also an array of services to regain housing, stability – and hope.

Join us on Friday, April 19 for our new Candlelight and Clay Event, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. This intimate, candlelit event will feature a silent auction with some truly unique and exciting items like ballroom dance lessons, dinner and a stay at Maryland Live! Casino, a BMA family membership, and tours of Union Brewery and Sagamore Spirits. Get your bids ready now! The evening also includes a variety of foods from local Baltimore restaurants, including a live cooking demo; complimentary beer, wine, and select cocktails; a DJ and dancing; and first choice of a handcrafted, keepsake ceramic bowl.

The Empty Bowls Annual Family Event is this Saturday, April 20 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. There will be a kids zone complete with face painting, games, a bounce house and more; an artisanal marketplace for the shopping enthusiast; and music, games, and entertainment for everyone! And don't forget, there will also be a wide selection of delicious soups and foods from local restaurants, including a live cooking demo; a cash bar; and a variety of handcrafted, keepsake ceramic bowls to choose from. And children 5 and under are free!

Candlelight and Clay Event:
Friday, April 19th from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM
Maryland State Fairgrounds
Individual Tickets: $100 per person
Reserved Tables of 10: $1,000

Annual Family Event:
Saturday, April 20th from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM
Maryland State Fairgrounds
Open Seating Tickets: $40 per person (Ages 5 and under free)
Reserved Tables of 10: $500

To purchase tickets or for more information visit: www.EmptyBowlsBaltimore.org

We visited yesterday for their Sunday Brunch segment with Chef Carl from who will be serving at Empty Bowls this Saturday. If you didn't get to see it live, check it out!
https://www.wbaltv.com/article/previewing-the-upcoming-empty-bowls-event/60490470
And there is still time to get your tickets to Empty Bowls to taste that amazing chili for yourself: www.EmptyBowlsBaltimore.org

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Clients at our family shelters enjoyed an afternoon of making art and having fun in support of this year's Empty Bowls. These beautiful bowls -- and more than 1,000 others crafted by local community organizations, businesses, churches, and schools -- will be available to ticket holders to take home as a reminder of the hunger that exists in our community.

This year, Empty Bowls will be two fun nights, both featuring delicious soups, a wide array of food from local restaurants, entertainment, and a keepsake hand-painted bowl. And most importantly, it is our largest fundraising event, allowing us to help those suffering from hunger, homelessness, and poverty to receive not only food, but also an array of services to help them regain housing, stability – and hope.

Join us on Friday, April 19 for the Candlelight and Clay Event, from 6:30 PM to 9:30 PM. Come the night before the traditional family event for a more intimate, cozy gathering lit by candles and special lighting. Candlelight and Clay will feature a variety of foods from local Baltimore restaurants, complimentary beer and wine, games and entertainment, music and dancing, silent auction, and over 1,000 handcrafted ceramic bowls.

The Annual Family Event will be on Saturday, April 20 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Bring family and friends to this traditional event with a wide selection of delicious soups from local restaurants, cash bar, games and entertainment for all ages, music, an artisanal marketplace, and a variety of handcrafted ceramic bowls. And children 5 and under are free!

Learn more and buy your tickets at www.EmptyBowlsBaltimore.org