Spread the joy this Christmas and donate toys to children in need. 2020 has been a challenging year for everyone, especially for families with children who were already struggling before the pandemic. Even Christmastime, a season when we can usually expect gathering with good company and carefree merriment is uncertain for many this year. With…
Colder weather is approaching, and unfortunately, COVID-19 hasn’t gone away, meaning we will be spending much of the Thanksgiving season indoors. Why not make the inside of our homes a place we would love to spend all this extra time? From small accent pieces to large seasonal ornaments, decorating your home can swaddle your living…
Since the pandemic began, many of us have been turning to Amazon to safely purchase items from groceries to hand sanitizer, items that might not be found at St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores. However, did you know that there is a way to purchase from Amazon while also supporting SVdPLA’s mission to end homelessness?…
On Sunday, September, 27th, 2020, the feast day of our patron, St. Vincent de Paul, SVdPLA celebrated our dedicated Vincentian Volunteers at the first-ever Virtual Annual Meeting. We had the pleasure of having President General of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul, Renato Lima de Oliviera, as our keynote speaker. Thank you, Mr. Lima…
Halloween plans will look a little different this year, but that doesn’t mean it can’t still be spooky fun! You can always walk around the neighborhood in your costume, have a virtual Halloween party, or celebrate indoors with your household. No matter how you choose to party, make sure to utilize thrift stores and slow…