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The St Vincent de Paul Society offers over 200 services that help people in need.
Sixth World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly - 26 July
The World Day is an opportunity to bring the closeness of the Catholic Church to the elderly and to enhance their contribution within families and communities. The Society acknowledges the tremendous contribution made by the elderly in our communities. Image of the Arnold Family: A legacy of love and Good Works across generations.
Commitment to safeguarding
The St Vincent de Paul Society has zero tolerance for abuse, neglect and exploitation of any kind and we work together to create a safe, inclusive and supportive environment for everyone. Safeguarding is the actions we take to keep children and adults at risk safe and ensure Members, volunteers and employees know their responsibilities.
Read our Policy Paper
Towards a Just and Compassionate Australia brings together the Society’s national policy papers on the key social and economic challenges facing Australia today. Grounded in evidence, lived experience and Catholic Social Teaching, these papers outline practical reforms to reduce disadvantage and build a fairer society.
CEO Sleepout 2026
Thank you, Vinnies supporters have helped raise more than $10 million, providing thousands of nights of safe emergency accommodation, warm meals through soup vans, food hubs and essential groceries, and vital long-term services like wrap-around casework, healthcare and employment support for people under increasing cost-of-living pressure.
For People Like David, Homelessness is Just One Sudden Crisis Away.
This winter, more and more people like David* are being pushed into homelessness and poverty. As prices rise, one sudden crisis can be all it takes.
The Record free subscription
Publications from the St Vincent de Paul Society National Council.
The Record is St Vincent de Paul Society's National Council quarterly magazine focusing on social justice issues such as homelessness, poverty, refugees & asylum seekers and more.
2026 Energy Economics for Non-Energy Economists
Discover the difference between allocative and productive efficiency, and why economists advocate market-based approaches to reducing emissions.
Join Associate Professors Tim Nelson and Dr Joel Gilmore for a one-day immersive course featuring five 60-minute modules, you'll learn how economics works in Australia's electricity industry. Register today or express your interest to secure your place.
Brisbane | 30 July Sydney | 3 Sep Hobart | 16 Nov
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Our Mission and Vision
The St Vincent de Paul Society in Australia has more than 45,000 members and volunteers, who work hard to assist people in need and combat social injustice across Australia.
Internationally, the Society operates in 153 countries and has over 800,000 members.
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Ways to get involved
The St Vincent de Paul is always looking for motivated community-minded people to get involved in our programs, events and services nationwide.
Here are some ways you can help: