Crisis Services

In times of need, many individuals from all walks of life turn to St. Vincent de Paul for assistance. In 2007, members, volunteers and staff served over 212,000 people throughout the Greater St. Louis area. No act of charity if foreign to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul.

Nearly 1600 callers per month access our help lines when seeking assistance. If you are in need of assistance with food, clothing, furniture, utility or rent assistance, please call our Intake and Referral Service 314-531-SVDP (7837) – Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

“They seem desperate. The situation seems to be getting worse. The gas increase is affecting them. They need food and rent and utility help.” – Virginia, SVDP Intake & Referral