Vinnie's Hope
St. Vincent de Paul - Twin Cities partners with national and local food manufacturers, grocery wholesalers, produce and meat purveyors to distribute surplus food to the hungry. Since launching Vinnie's Hope in January 2015, nearly 17 million pounds of fresh and shelf-stable food and seasonal clothing has been collected, safely stored and promptly redistributed.
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An inspired supply chain
Our work to serve the poor may begin in our hearts, but requires tremendous operational and logistics expertise to reach people where they are in the least time possible. Corporate Partners > Vinnie's Hope > Area Non-Profit > Consumer The right place at the right time
The last link in this critical chain are our consumers: Individuals and families, seniors and children, those new to poverty and those who have struggled for generations. Here is where they are touched by Vinnie's Hope. |
SVdP has held weekly food distributions during the pandemic in St. Paul and Minneapolis, feeding more than 10,000 people each week!
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Our Growth
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Food Shelves |
According to Hunger Solutions, visits to Minnesota food shelves continue to increase. 2020 marked the 10th consecutive year with more than 3 million visits and the number may top 4 million soon. Visit Hunger Solutions to learn more.
Vinnie's Hope partners with outstate and Twin City food pantries to stock their shelves, fresh produce bins, refrigerators and freezers on a weekly basis |
Community Meals |
Shelters, churches and other organizations utilize the same healthy foods to prepare meals for those who would otherwise go without.
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Free Stores |
Typically organized at inner-city parishes, St. Vincent de Paul's regular Free Stores provide perishable and nonperishable foods as well as clothing and personal care products. In 2018, these events provided goods valued at $585,000 to more than 11,200 neighbors.
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Join us!
Be a critical part of the Vinnie's Hope supply chain. We're always looking for innovative ways to gather and distribute quality food and clothing. Here are just a few suggestions:
Contact us if you are interested in donating, volunteering or have a great idea for Vinnie's Hope!
Be a critical part of the Vinnie's Hope supply chain. We're always looking for innovative ways to gather and distribute quality food and clothing. Here are just a few suggestions:
- Coordinate a food, clothing or shoe drive at your school, work or place of worship.
- Volunteer at a food giveaway or SVdP Free Store.
- Make individual donations by dropping off nonperishable foods at a St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Store in Minneapolis or Saint Paul.
- Make a tax-deductible donation to St. Vincent de Paul - Twin Cities. We'll use it to purchase additional foods and offset transportation costs.
Contact us if you are interested in donating, volunteering or have a great idea for Vinnie's Hope!
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Join us! Be a critical part of the Vinnie's Hope supply chain. We're always looking for innovative ways to gather and distribute quality food and clothing. Here are just a few suggestions:
Contact us if you are interested in donating, volunteering or have a great idea for Vinnie's Hope! |