Daily Needs ServicesThe Society helps those in need who live within the parish boundaries of St. Thomas Aquinas Church. They can help with food once a month. Financial assistance is given once a year to each client. They can help with utility bills or rent weekly, providing they have a shut-off notice or eviction notice.
Hours of operation: Call 727.372.8600, Ext. 42; leave a message.
Food Pantry Hours: Monday and Thursday 9:30am-11:00am, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
This Thrift Store has household goods, clothing, furniture and other items for free to those in need. This is done through their voucher system. Shoppers can find just about anything at at bargain prices. Proceeds from the sales of all items go toward funding the Society's many programs. Please see the website for more information.
Items at the Thrift Store include:
St. Vincent de Paul Cares Program(SVdP) is a place where those in need are welcome to come for help. The staff and volunteers are committed to person-to-person service.
All services are based on partnership with other providers in the community. The goal is to help the individual toward self-sufficiency.
The Center helps individuals with an initial job search, referrals to community job programs, and GED studies. They can help with social security or getting IDs, or simply getting respite from the elements.
The center also offers a mail drop for clients, hot drinks and snacks.
Clients can consult with an on-site nurse for medical advice and appropriate treatment. You will need an appointment.
Men can get a referral to transitional housing.
This group provides food for those in need. They also offer financial assistance when funds are available. During the holiday season, they provide gifts for children and a holiday meal. The group also offers free haircuts on the 4th Monday of every month. Please call or visit the website for more information.
Hours of Operation: Tuesday - Thursday, 9:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
The St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store offers a clean, well organized and well stocked store with reasonable prices. Contact for hours of operation or check their website.
We are dedicated to helping people help themselves and each other. We look to change lives through education, partnerships, and delivery of quality services. Please call or visit our website for more info.
Programs and services include:
Striving for Perfection Ministries helps feed low-income and minority communities. They help through the S4P Synergy Food Bank. The food bank is open Wednesday and Thursday, from 1 PM to 4 PM. They also host a USDA food giveaway on the third Saturday of each month, from 10 AM to 11 AM. Please call or visit the website to learn more.
This ministry offers substance abuse help. They may be able to offer housing to those in need. They also offer food for those who are homeless. Please call 888.408.9269 for more information.
This group runs the Susan M Pridemore Center. It offers transitional housing for women and children that are homeless. There are a wide-range of life-skills training available. Residents are also given comfort and support. There are requirements that must be met to become a resident. Please call or visit the website for more information.
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Summer Meal Service Schedule:
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