Our Mission
St. Vincent de Paul of Los Angeles is a Catholic volunteer organization serving people experiencing poverty and homelessness—of any faith or background—free of charge.
About Us
Our Story
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul was founded in Paris in 1833 by college student Frédéric Ozanam, who believed in putting faith into action. Over a century later, that same spirit of service lives on in Los Angeles.
Since 1904, Vincentian volunteers have walked alongside our neighbors in need—offering food, shelter, clothing, and connection across Los Angeles, Ventura, and Santa Barbara Counties. From emergency assistance to long-term support, our goal is always the same: help people get back on their feet with dignity.
1833
Society of St. Vincent de Paul was founded in Paris, France
1904
First conferences in Los Angeles were established
1969
Opened the Los Angeles Thrift Store
1945
Opened Circle V Ranch Camp
1980’s
Opened Cardinal Manning Center
2004
Opened the Long Beach Thrift Store
Thanks to generous donations and community support, we help thousands each year take the next step toward stability and self-sufficiency. Whether you give time, resources, or household items, your support helps good work happen every day, allowing us to provide financial and emotional support, food, clothing, furniture, appliances and resources to connect those disadvantaged to helpful resources in Los Angeles, Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties.
Want to donate?
We gratefully accept clothing, furniture, appliances—and even cars. Call 1-800-974-3571 to schedule a pickup or learn more.
Our Services
Saint Vincent de Paul of Los Angeles consists of many different initiatives all working together to improves the lives of our neighbors.
Cardinal Manning Center
At the heart of Skid Row, our men’s transitional housing program offers safe shelter, steady support, and much-deserved dignity to those rebuilding their lives.
Vincentian Services
Powered by local Conferences and focused on humility, compassion, and care, Vincentian Services meets people where they are: through home visits, food pantries, and direct aid.
Circle V
Ranch Camp
Nestled in the Los Padres National Forest near Santa Barbara, Circle V Ranch Camp gives kids space to grow in nature and spirit in their summer of discovery, connection, and joy!
Thrift Stores
Visit us in L.A. and Long Beach for secondhand goods that make a firsthand impact! Every purchase helps fund the programs that serve our neighbors in need.
Board Of Directors
PRESIDENT
Phil Wijmer
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
David Garcia
SPIRITUAL ADVISOR
Fr. Miguel A. Ruiz
VICE PRESIDENTS
Aimee Brazeau
Victor Rzeteljski
TREASURER
Gustavo Amaral
SECRETARY
Brenda Morton
Directors
James Bibb, Jr.
Isabel Cauich
Monsignor Gregory A. Cox
Donna Flores
Sr. Theresa Marie Harris, DC
Ilegra Evans
Bob Kent
Terri Korell
Lynn McCormick
Terri Munoz
Mabel Ramos
Anthony W. Tahan
Sander C. Zagzebski
Emeritus Advisors
Robert Huston
Ed Kunkler
Claire Padama
Coyne Quinn
Hilmar Rosenast
James R. Weiss
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