100 WWCG Buys Beds for Society of St. Vincent de Paul

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a lay catholic organization with branches found around the world, has been active in our community for decades, with the goal of serving those in poverty among us with love, respect, justice and joy, regardless of religious affiliation, and with a heavy emphasis on the personal touch.

By visiting and making person-to-person contact with those in need, the Society gets an in depth look at what is truly required by a family or individual.

Many of us are familiar with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul through their resale store on Elizabeth St., but their presence and impact in our city goes far beyond that essential service.

They provide home visits, food, clothing, bedding, kitchen supplies, and furniture to those in need. St. Joseph Conference encompasses every household west of Edinburgh Road – from north to south – a large segment of our city.

One of the most obvious needs, and one of the most expensive, is the purchase of new beds. Because of sanitation and health concerns, used beds are not accepted for donation. St. Joseph Conference alone buys on average five single and three double beds every month, which takes up a considerable portion of their available donated funds, even with discounts from the local bedding stores.

By selecting the Society of St. Vincent de Paul St. Joseph Conference to be the recipient of their latest quarterly donation, 100 Women Who Care Guelph ensured that beds could be provided for the next 20 months. Visit www.100womenwhocareguelph.com for more information or to join 100 WWCG and help support those in need in our community.