Our Mission
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 Frédéric Ozanam, and patron, St. Vincent de Paul. Organized locally at our parish, 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.
2025 Final Report
We cannot thank you enough for the support you have given us throughout the year, which has enabled us to serve others.
These are the highlights of last year:
● We received 162 phone calls requesting assistance and we contacted each one.
● Through the generosity of our parishioners, we provided $26,435.43 in assistance to a total of 41 families for utilities, food, transportation, housing assistance, and other needs. Number of Adults helped: 64; Number of Children helped: 39
● Once per quarter we sponsored and served meals for the hungry at Hope’s Corner in Mountain View.
● With the assistance of St. Joseph’s School and 200 parishioners who prepared meals, served our guests, or donated funds, we were able to serve 505 Thanksgiving dinners during our Thanksgiving Dinner for the Hungry. The event was a huge success and we had many happy individuals and families.
● Members of the parish donated gift cards to our Christmas Giving Tree program: 44 children in 14 different families received gifts and money for their Christmas dinners.
We look forward to continuing our work together in 2026!
Reporte Final 2025
Agradecemos profundamente a todos por el apoyo que nos han brindado a lo largo del año, lo cual nos ha permitido servir a los demás.
Estos son los aspectos más destacados del año pasado:
● Recibimos 162 llamadas solicitando asistencia y contactamos a cada una de ellas.
● Gracias a la generosidad de nuestros feligreses, proporcionamos $26,435.43 en asistencia a un total de 41 familias para servicios públicos, alimentos, transporte, vivienda y otras necesidades. Número de adultos ayudados: 64; Número de niños ayudados: 39.
● Una vez por trimestre, patrocinamos y servimos comidas en Hope's Corner en Mountain View, para personas necesitadas de la comunidad.
● Con la ayuda de la Escuela de St. Joseph y 200 feligreses que prepararon comidas, atendieron a nuestros invitados o donaron fondos, pudimos servir 505 cenas de Acción de Gracias durante nuestra Cena de Acción de Gracias para los Desamparados. El evento fue un gran éxito y muchas personas y familias quedaron muy contentas.
● Donación de Tarjetas de Regalo para nuestro programa del Árbol de Regalos de Navidad: 44 niños de 14 familias diferentes recibieron regalos y dinero para sus cenas navideñas.
¡Gracias una vez más! Esperamos contar con su apoyo nuevamente en 2026!
Thank You from the St. Vincent de Paul Team!
A sincere thank you to everyone who volunteered to help us with the Thanksgiving Dinner for the Hungry that was held on 11/22. Over 180 people volunteered and we served home cooked meals to 505 needy members of our local community. This is the largest number of guests that we have served in recent memory and we couldn't have done it without you. Many of our guests expressed their gratitude and appreciation.
¡Gracias de parte del Equipo de San Vicente de Paul!
Un sincero agradecimiento a todos los que se ofrecieron como voluntarios para ayudarnos con la Cena de Acción de Gracias para los Desamparados que se llevó a cabo el 22 de noviembre. Más de 180 personas se ofrecieron como voluntarias y servimos comidas caseras a 505 miembros necesitados de nuestra comunidad local. Este es el mayor número de invitados a los que hemos servido en años recientes y no podríamos haberlo hecho sin ustedes. Muchos de ellos expresaron su gratitud y aprecio.
2025 Third Quarter Report
In the past 3 months, 9 families, including 4 children, were helped for a total of $4,291. We assisted multiple families who are living in RVs. In one case, we helped to repair the roof, so that the family will be able to stay dry during the rainy season. In another case, we were able to provide a generator, so that the children will have lights and internet to keep up with their schoolwork. This is only possible thanks to the donations of all of you, parishioners of St. Joseph. Please consider making an online donation today, so that we can continue to help our brothers and sisters in need. Support us in our mission to bring God's love to the poor.
Reporte del Tercer Trimestre de 2025
En los últimos 3 meses, hemos gastado $4,291 para ayudar a 9 familias, incluyendo 4 niños; varias de estas familias viven en casas rodantes. En uno de los casos, ayudamos a la familia a reparar el techo, en preparación para la temporada de lluvias. En otro caso, proporcionamos un generador para que los niños tengan luz e internet para hacer sus tareas escolares. Todo esto sólo es posible gracias a las donaciones de todos ustedes, nuestros feligreses de St. Joseph. Agradecemos su contínuo apoyo para que la ayuda siga llegando a nuestros hermanos y hermanas en necesidad.
2025 Second Quarter Report
Over the past 3 months, we have spent $8,197.93 assisting 39 people including 17 children. We helped with rent, vehicle repairs and registration, food, and clothing. One woman called us for help because her car was impounded during a traffic stop. She was living in her vehicle, so she lost her home and all of her possessions when the car was taken. Unfortunately, we were not able to help her recover her vehicle. But, we were able to provide her with additional clothing and put her in touch with a shelter where she could stay. We are able to provide this assistance because of your donations.
2025 First Quarter Report
In the past 3 months we have spent $10,875 helping 16 families, including 12 children. We helped families pay their rent, utilities, car registration, and insurance. We helped some homeless families purchase generators so that they could have light and heat during the winter. We were able to help one family pay the security deposit for an apartment, so they could get off of the street and into a home. All of our funds are donated by the parishioners of St. Joseph parish and 100% of the money goes to help our neighbors in need.
We can only do this with your help. Please help us continue our mission!
CAN YOU HELP?
If you can volunteer your time to be part of this ministry, please contact us at stjosephmtnviewSVDP@gmail.com. We could especially use additional Spanish speakers. There is no minimum time commitment.
Ways to Donate
- Donations can be made in cash or check, payable to Saint Vincent de Paul, and dropped off in the collection basket during Mass or at the Parish Office. If your donation is in cash please specify that you want the donation to go to SVdP.
Puedes hacer tu donación en efectivo o por cheque pagadero a Saint Vincent the Paul, y depositarlo en la canasta de la colecta durante la misa, o puedes entregarlo en la Oficina Parroquial. Si tu donación es en efectivo, por favor indica que es para SVdP.
- Checks can also be mailed to St. Joseph Parish Office, PO Box 27, Mountain View, CA 94042.
Los cheques pueden ser enviados por correo a: St. Joseph Parish, PO Box 27, Mountain View, CA 94042.
- Donate online using the button below. You can register as an online giver and log in whenever you want to make a gift, or you can sign in as a guest.
También puedes hacer tu donación en línea usando el botón amarillo "Donate Online". Puedes registrarte como donante en línea o como visitante.
Please click below for other available community resources/Presiona el botón para obtener la lista de ayudas adicionales
Contact Saint Vincent de Paul/Contacta al Grupo de San Vicente de Paul
Do you need help? / Necesitas Ayuda?
Leave us a message at 650-967-3831. Once you hear the automated options dial extension 125,
or complete the form below.
Por favor déjanos un mensaje llamando al 650-967-3831, luego marca el 125, o completa la forma que aparece abajo.