SSVPTT

Go to the poor: you will find God.

We work for social justice and the creation of a more just, caring nation. Through our wide range of services, we provide practical support to people in need.

Learn how you can help

About the Society!

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is dedicated to feeding, clothing, housing and healing individuals and families in our community who have nowhere else to turn for help. As important, SSVPTT provides meaningful opportunities for volunteers to serve their neighbors in need with love and compassion.

Our History

The origins of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul

Paris. France. 23 April 1833. A group of young university students, seeing the social inequality and injustice all around them, decided to take action, hoping to change the world. They formed the first “Conference of Charity”, a group of friends who wanted to share their faith and put it into action. Prayer and action came together in their visits to the Mouffetard district, one of the poorest parts of Paris. It was a Daughter of Charity, Sister Rosalie Rendu, who guided and supported them, instructing them about the teachings of Saint Vincent de Paul. In 1834, the Conferences took St. Vincent as their patron saint and dedicated themselves to the Blessed Virgin Mary. The following year, the first Rule was produced, and in 1839 the International Council General was formed.

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul today

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is present in over 150 countries, with 800,000 members and 1,500,000 volunteers. Every day, it helps over 30 million people.The SSVP is an associate member of UNESCO and a special adviser to the UN Economic and Social Council (ECOSOC). It is also part of the Global Catholic Climate Movement and is aligned with the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) proposed by the United Nations in its Agenda 2030.

The Society of Saint Vincent de Paul is an international organisation formed of lay Catholics, who seek personal and spiritual growth through service to those most in need.

What we do!

Home Visits

Support Families in Need

Take care of Kids with HIV

Community Outreach

Become a member- Your embrace renews the world

Humility is nothing but truth, and pride is nothing but lying

SSVP remains committed to serving the poorest of the poor and to providing support and care to those most in need in our communities. We help people all over Trinidad & Tobago who are struggling to provide food and other essentials for themselves and their families.

We provide practical support to people in need, helping them to improve their lives and build a better future for themselves and their families.

Here are some of the specific services that we offer:

Food and clothing assistance: We distribute food and clothing to people in need through our soup kitchens, thrift stores, and food pantries.
Financial assistance: We provide financial assistance to people who are struggling to make ends meet. This may include help with rent, utilities, medical expenses, or other basic needs.
Medical and dental care: We provide free or low-cost medical and dental care to people who cannot afford to pay for it.
Educational support: We provide educational support to children and adults, including help with homework, tutoring, and scholarships.
Employment assistance: We help people to find jobs and to develop the skills they need to be successful in the workforce.
Housing assistance: We help people to find affordable housing and to avoid homelessness.
Disaster relief: We provide disaster relief to people who have been affected by hurricanes, floods, and other natural disasters.

Our Homes

St Finbar Ryan

Rigsby Pius Charles

Nazareth Half Way Home

San Fernando

St Andrews

Mason Hall

Here, our aim is to relieve loneliness or deprivation caused by lack of family and friends. We also listen to people, provide basic, everyday services like going to the shops, taking care of paperwork, accompanying visits to the doctor, etc. It is important for us to create bonds of affection which provide them with the friendship and intimacy they need so much.

Helping the sick

The SSVP provides care and support for people who are sick, especially for patients who are alone, or whose families cannot take care of them. We are developing health campaigns and promote creation of medical centres.

Helping the Homeless

We provide various social programmes for this real need: hostels, day centres, sheltered accommodation, social clothing and meal centres. We also provide basic help with food, personal hygiene, clothing and daily living needs, and provide training and support packages.

“No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted.”

– Aesop

Every volunteer is welcome!

There are many ways that you can help the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Trinidad & Tobago:

Become a Member

To get involved with the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Trinidad & Tobago, complete this online form Click to Access!

Volunteer

We rely on the dedication of our volunteers to provide our services. You can volunteer your time and skills in a variety of ways, such as helping to distribute food and clothing, visiting the sick and elderly, or mentoring children.