About Us

A faith-based community serving Faribault, Minnesota since our founding.

Our Mission

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a nonprofit organization rooted in Catholic faith and dedicated to serving those in need with dignity and compassion. We believe that every person deserves access to food, clothing, and basic necessities — regardless of their circumstances.

With overwhelming support from our community, we gather and share resources such as food, clothing, and financial aid with those in need. Our work is carried out entirely by volunteers who give their time and energy to make a difference in the lives of their neighbors.

We are part of the international Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a global network of volunteers united by a common mission: to live the Gospel message by serving Christ in the poor with love, respect, justice, and joy.

Our Core Values

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul adheres to a group of core values, which are principles central to our creed and ministry. We believe in the following:

Dignity of the Human Person
Preferential Option for the Poor
Poverty of Spirit Is the Primary Beatitude
Our Primary Concern Is Charity and Justice
Virtue of Humility (Personal and Corporate)
Virtue of Charity (Inside and Outside Society)
Divine Providence
Friendship
Community
Simplicity
Care