About Us

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul (SSVP) is a group of volunteers who coordinate your generous food and/or money donations to provide food hampers to those in need in our community. The Penticton Conference of SSVP is a member of the Society of St Vincent De Paul Okanagan Valley Particular Council.

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Our Mission

To live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice and joy.

Our Values

The Mission of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul implies that as Vincentians we:

See Christ in anyone who suffers

Come together as a family

Have personal contact with the poor

Help in all possible ways

Come to me all who are weary and overburdened and I will give you rest.

(Matthew 11:25)

Client Assistance

Regular Food Hampers Program

Each week we work diligently to assist those in need in the Penticton region by providing and delivering food hampers.

Christmas Hamper Program

This is an annual, time-limited program where individuals, couple or families can register for a Christmas Hamper intended to provide a generous meal during the Christmas season.

Other Client Assistance

Occasionally, we help clients get through short-term difficulties with things like rent, utilities or other necessities as our abilities permit.

Are you looking for assistance today?

Do you, or someone else you know, need assistance meeting their basic needs, particularly food aid?

Call our Client Assistance phone line and leave a message including your full name and phone number so that we can contact you.

Call (250) 492-2082 for help
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