Society of St Vincent de Paul Indianapolis Council

Society of St Vincent de Paul Indianapolis Council See www.SVDPindy.org for information on the Society's work in Indianapolis.

09/02/2026

For 18 years James Macbride—also known as Mac—has served with our Unsheltered Ministry, showing up week after week to support our neighbors experiencing homelessness.

In this video, he shares why he continues to volunteer and what keeps him coming back. Take a moment to hear his story and discover why he serves.

Want to work alongside volunteers like Mac? Visit https://www.svdpindy.org/volunteer/ to register today!

Our friends Mission 27 Resale have mentioned needing some additional children's clothing, especially as we look to the c...
09/01/2026

Our friends Mission 27 Resale have mentioned needing some additional children's clothing, especially as we look to the colder months. If you're clearing closets over the long holiday weekend, please consider sharing the clothes your "littles" have outgrown so that another child can benefit from their warmth and wear—passed through our services desk at no cost, or through our resale shops whose proceeds support nutritious food options in our food pantries throughout Indianapolis and southern Indiana.

Donations can be dropped off at the dock of our Distribution Center, or dropped off in one of the blue bins located at nearly every parish in the Archdiocese. To find one near you, visit https://www.svdpindy.org/give/blue-bin-locator/


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7fScDUIwrUWhen we serve together, we grow together.We are incredibly grateful for the c...
09/01/2026

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=X7fScDUIwrU

When we serve together, we grow together.
We are incredibly grateful for the companies, universities and organizations that choose to spend their time volunteering with SVdP Indy. Their helping hands are essential to our mission—and the experience of serving together can have an impact that extends well beyond the time they spend with us.

Recently, our friends at Marian University Indianapolis captured that spirit of service during their Community Day at SVdP Indy. In the video, our Director of Volunteer Services, Heather Snyder, shares a glimpse of what happens when people come together around a common purpose.

For us, their service means more neighbors can receive the food, clothing and basic necessities they need. For the teams who serve alongside us, it can mean something more, too.

Volunteering gives colleagues an opportunity to step outside their everyday roles, work shoulder-to-shoulder, experience our community from a different perspective and discover something new about one another. Those shared experiences can strengthen relationships, build trust and create connections that teams carry back to the workplace.

To Marian University—and to every company, school, organization and individual who shares their time and talents with SVdP Indy—thank you. We simply could not do this work without you.

A little time. A significant impact—for our neighbors and, perhaps, for your team, too.

Service is at the heart of Marian University's Catholic Franciscan ...

08/31/2026

Students from Butler University brought plenty of helping hands to our 30th Street Food Pantry and Distribution Center! One group rolled up their sleeves to process produce, while another organized children’s coats to help us prepare for the winter season. We’re so grateful to see young adults stepping up, giving back, and helping neighbors in our community. Thank you, Butler students, for making a difference!

Do you have a group that wants to volunteer? Sign up now: https://www.svdpindy.org/volunteer/volunteer-form-group/

Every week, more than 4,000 families walk through our food pantry doors—and nearly 40 dedicated volunteers make sure eac...
08/30/2026

Every week, more than 4,000 families walk through our food pantry doors—and nearly 40 dedicated volunteers make sure each one leaves with quality protein by hand-processing over 12,000 pounds of meat into family-sized portions. Discover how this behind-the-scenes labor of love comes together and consider joining us on Fridays from 9 a.m.–12 p.m. to be part of the work.

More than 4,000 families walk through the doors of our food pantries each week. To make sure every one of them leaves with nutritious, high-quality protein, we process and distribute over 12,000 pounds of meat every single week. That doesn’t happen by accident. It requires a carefully run operatio...

We scored big with the Girls Soccer Team from Roncalli High School! ⚽️💙This summer, they’ve been volunteering at our 30t...
08/28/2026

We scored big with the Girls Soccer Team from Roncalli High School! ⚽️💙
This summer, they’ve been volunteering at our 30th Street Food Pantry, giving their time to make a difference in our community. We love providing safe, meaningful, and unique opportunities for youth to get involved and give back. We’re so grateful to have the Royals on our team!

Want to serve alongside volunteers like these? Visit portal.svdpindy.org to sign up today!

08/27/2026

A big thank you to the Marian University Indianapolis students and staff who spent time serving alongside us at our 30th Street Food Pantry & Distribution Center! From sorting clothing for Mission 27 Stores to preparing fresh cabbage, peppers and avocados for our neighbors, their team showed what it looks like to turn time into impact.

Ready to make a difference with your group? Visit svdpindy.org/volunteer/volunteer-form-group to get started.

08/27/2026

Our growing LYN Food Pantry needs volunteers to help keep things running smoothly behind the scenes. On Tuesdays and Fridays from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m., volunteers unload trucks, restock shelves, organize and clean—work that helps set every shopping day up for success.

Ready to help? Sign up: portal.svdpindy.org

Meet CLF Wesley Lee, CLF Graduate, 2025!Host conference: Love Your Neighbor CenterOne thing I learned from CLF: “I’ve ga...
08/26/2026

Meet CLF Wesley Lee, CLF Graduate, 2025!

Host conference: Love Your Neighbor Center

One thing I learned from CLF: “I’ve gained a lot of confidence in myself. I’ve learned to use my resources and apply the hidden rules and languages in emergency situations. I’ve also learned to trust in the Lord and be patient through every situation.”

One thing I liked about the grad program: “I’m so grateful for the CLF program team, facilitators, volunteers and other graduates—all who are now my family in Christ. Everyone supports us beyond graduation and is never too busy to listen and troubleshoot.”

One goal I’m working toward: “I got a new job, a new vehicle and a new apartment! I have a whole new understanding and knowledge of life—so many blessings.”

We are looking forward to seeing you--and all of your stuff--at St. Simon this Saturday morning for our last Stuff-A-Tru...
08/26/2026

We are looking forward to seeing you--and all of your stuff--at St. Simon this Saturday morning for our last Stuff-A-Truck event in August. Don't miss this opportunity to ensure the stuff you no longer need finds it way to those who can truly benefit from it. ❤️

For more information, visit: https://www.svdpindy.org/events/stuff-a-truck-st-simon/


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