Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocese of Phoenix

Conclusion

Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocese of Phoenix does not meet the following Standard(s) for Charity Accountability: 7, 16

Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocese of Phoenix meets the remaining 18 Standards for Charity Accountability.

Purpose

Stated Purpose:
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is an international nonprofit organization dedicated to serving people in need and providing the community with the opportunity to serve. St. Vincent de Paul Phoenix is the largest council in the country and has been feeding, clothing, housing, and healing central and northern Arizona families since 1946.

Year, State Incorporated:
1946, AZ

Programs

Dining Rooms: St. Vincent de Paul operates 4 Valley-wide dining rooms, serving about 7,000 meals daily, alongside dozens of partner agencies to deliver breakfast, lunch and/or evening meals to those in need. Meals may also include fresh fruit and produce from the SVdP Urban Farms. Food-insecure people are welcomed without question or barriers, and receive a healthy, nutritious meal and a significant moment of respite in a safe, clean environment. In addition to a hot meal, nearly all dining rooms offer additional wrap-around services such as resources, guidance, mentorship and basic human dignity to lift themselves out of their current situation.

Food Box Program: The program is a cornerstone of St. Vincent de Paul's services to a food-insecure community. SVdP has provided this critical source of uninterrupted support for the working poor and under-served in the community since 1946. The program relies on the support of 81 volunteer-run neighborhood food pantries throughout central and norther Arizona. The volunteers also known as Vincentians give their time and skills to expand reach and provide their neighbors in need with home visits, food boxes and other wrap-around services such as homelessness prevention in the form of rent/utility financial assistance. 

Urban Farms Program: The Urban Farms Program began as a way to grow nutritious foods and to educate vulnerable populations on growing their own food to combat food insecurity. Since then, the program has grown to encompass all 3 tenets of sustainability: Environmental, Economic and Social. Today St. Vincent de Paul has 3 farms and harvest about 27,000 pounds of nutrient-rich, pesticide-free produce yearly to add to the nonprofit's charity dining room meals that serve the homeless and working poor guests.

Dream Center Program for Children: St. Vincent de Paul offers educational assistance for children at the Dream Center during the Family Evening Meal in South Phoenix Monday-Friday. The program serves between 60-80 children nightly and includes one-on-one help with homework, literacy tutoring, reading skills, games, classes, workshops and field trips. The Dream Center also hosts back-to-school drives for backpacks and school supplies. Additionally, the activities and programs of the Dream Center are designed to foster an understanding and exploration of STEM subjects by exploring emerging tools and technologies.

Virginia G. Piper Medical and Dental Clinic: St. Vincent de Paul established its Medical and Dental Clinics to meet the unaddressed needs that had a significant adverse impact on the working poor and those experiencing homelessness. The clinics rely on volunteers to provide primary and specialty care, and oral health and dental care, respectively, to its uninsured patients. The clinics incorporate free/low-cost medications, free labs and low-cost imaging.

Ben & Catherine Ivy Foundation Center for Family Wellness: St. Vincent de Paul developed its Center for Family Wellness in 2000 to focus on the prevention and management of chronic diseases through nutrition, physical activity and overall wellness. Its culturally grounded bilingual education programs encourage the whole family to participate in improving nutrition and exercise by using practical concepts that focus on self-care.

Family Support Services: Family Support Services provides assistance to prevent and end homelessness as well as to increase family stability. The services offered include financial assistance, social work services, case management, family meals and youth enrichment activities.

Workforce Housing: Rosalie’s Place, St. Vincent de Paul's new workforce housing with 71 beds support working or job-ready adults in securing employment and provides a temporary bridge from homelessness to permanent housing with assistance from staff, volunteers, community partners, and peers. Paired with a dedicated Workforce Case Manager, residents are also offered support with writing a resume, job search, soft skills coaching, financial planning, connection to additional resources and job training, as well as support in the search for permanent housing.

Adult Emergency Shelter: St. Vincent de Paul's emergency shelter is called The Washington Street shelter which provides wrap-around services with intense care and outcome focused case management for 260 individuals with a driven desire to end their homelessness and obtain housing.

De Paul Manor Transitional Shelter: De Paul Manor with 100 beds serves as a transitional housing shelter for seniors and adults living with disabilities experiencing homelessness. With extensive case management these individuals are able to get back on their feet. De Paul Manor helps create a sense of community for residents while preparing them to live independently through work readiness programs like Neighborhood Brigade and the Bike Shop. Residents are also provided with 3 meals a day and are able to participate in group activities, access life courses, and meet one-on-one with case managers to work toward independent living.

Ozanam Manor Transitional Shelter: “Oz” is a transitional housing program with 60 beds that provides a safe community for homeless men and women who are age 50 and older, have a disability, or are a veteran. The program provides case management, 3 meals a day, and activities to build skills and keep people engaged as they seek to end their homelessness. Residents live in a safe, supportive environment with semi-private sleeping accommodations and 24-hour staff support. Case managers help residents obtain medical and behavioral health care, a stable income and affordable subsidized or market housing. 

Thrift Stores: St. Vincent de Paul and its regional chapters run more than a dozen thrift stores, which serve a dual purpose of providing funds for the operations of SVdP, while also making available affordable, quality retail goods for those in need. Our thrift stores provide a variety of home goods ranging from beds and furniture to pictures and nick knacks.

Companion Animal Program: St. Vincent de Paul’s Companion Animal Program strives to keep pet owners experiencing or at risk of homelessness safe, together and sheltered with their pets. Through partnerships with local animal welfare organizations, the program provides critical services such as free wellness checkups, transportation to appointments, vaccinations, spay/neuter surgeries, licensure, food, and pet supplies. By working collaboratively, CAP avoids service redundancies while expanding reach and access, honoring the bond between people and their pets.

For the year ended September 30, 2023, Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocese of Phoenix's program expenses were:

Governance & Staff

Chief Executive
Shannon Clancy, CEO

Chair of the Board
Ms. Shirley Smalley, Board President

Chair's Profession / Business Affiliation

Board Size
24

Paid Staff Size
376

Fundraising

Method(s) Used:
Direct mail appeals, Telephone appeals, Invitations to fund raising events, Print advertisements (newspapers, magazines, etc.), Television, Radio, Grant proposals, Internet, Planned giving arrangements, Appeals via Social Media (Facebook, etc.), Other, Solicitations for Used Cars, Solicitations for Used Clothing

Tax Status

This organization is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. It is eligible to receive contributions deductible as charitable donations for federal income tax purposes.

Financial

The following information is based on Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocese of Phoenix's audited financial statements for the year ended September 30, 2023.

Source of Funds

Programs: 85% Fundraising: 9% Administrative: 6%