Souper Bowl Canned Food Drive
Food insecurity doesn’t end when the holidays do—it’s a year-round challenge. February 1-9, 2025 Be a champion for your community by participating in our non-perishable food drive. Gather items to
A Hand-Up, Not a Hand-Out: Let’s Make a Lasting Impact
At the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Long Island, We Help People…by offering person-to-person services. SVDPLI reaches beyond the traditional scope of social services and into the hearts of
The Transformative Power of Generosity: A Ripple Effect of Kindness
Generosity is a remarkable quality that has the power to create a positive ripple effect in our lives and the lives of those around us. Beyond the surface, generosity goes
Building a future: One Neighbor’s Story
After emigrating from Trinidad with his mother at 16 years old, Sam’s* life fell apart. His mother was diagnosed and subsequently died from cancer. His aunt, a single mother of
Out of the Fire: One Neighbor’s Story
Winter can be a perilous time for homeowners, struggling to keep their dwellings warm amidst the freezing temperatures and onslaught of snow.
Christmas in 2020
Our program is designed to not only equip our residents with the tools they need to successfully reenter society, but to develop lifelong friendships with the staff and their fellow