The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SSVP)

By way of introduction, The Society of St Vincent de Paul (SSVP) is an international charity network and in South Africa, it is registered as a non-profit and public benefit organisation (NPO 003/193). Our local network is linked to the parish of St. Patrick’s Catholic Church in La Rochelle, South of Johannesburg. It is run by a team of dedicated members and volunteers, who give of their time and talents, in the field of Feeding the Hungry and Clothing the Naked, which are just two of the core works of the network.

In June 2020 a new interim executive was appointed, under the leadership of Lena Perumal as president, with Michelle Fick – secretary, Emmanuel Musa – communications and Lionel Jackson – finance. We are all active parishioners of St. Patrick’s, La Rochelle, with Fr. Jorge as our parish priest and Dc. Walter as our spiritual leader.

Our Ongoing Projects

Feeding Scheme

We are currently feeding 150 families per month, with grocery parcels.
The average cost of this is about R15,000.00 to R20,000.00 each month.

Soup Kitchen

Every Thursday afternoon we feed about 150 to 200 people seated, with a hot meal.

Blanket Drive

As we head towards winter, there is a need for blankets, to hand out to these families and also the homeless and those on the streets.

World Day of the Poor

In November and Christmas Lunch in December
On these days, we serve a seated lunch to about 250 people.

Days of Operation

TUESDAYS	THURSDAYS
09:00AM – 14:00PM	09:00AM – 14:00PM

Our Fundraising Initiatives

6 A-Side Youth Soccer Day

16th June at Marists Brothers in Linmeyer, South of JHB. Registration Forms are available.

Mandela Day

18th July. An opportunity for you to spend some time with us, for first-hand experience with our projects.

Christmas in July

A dinner and dance social evening.

Monthly Jumble Sale

of donated books, toys, kitchenware, etc. We will also be selling food at the parish, after the 10 AM Mass.

You have the means and we have the hands to make this possible. Therefore, we are appealing to you for your generosity to continue our work. You are welcome to make a contribution in kind, cash or EFT direct into our bank account, as follows:

The functioning of the SSVP is well managed, with monthly activity and financial reports submitted to the Central Council. You are also welcome to visit our offices and offer your talents in community service.

Thank you for your kindness and your generosity is sincerely appreciated. May God continue to bless you, your family and your business.

Banking Details

Account Name:
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul

Account Number:
6245 700 6073

Bank Name:
FNB

Branch Name:
The Glen

Branch Code:
259 606

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