2023 Friends of the Poor Walk Registration
No set fee!!! There is no cost to participate in the Friends of the Poor Walk, but we do encourage donations.
REGISTRATION – Two easy ways to sign-up for the Walk:
- Go to our Online Registration Form (Click Here!) – you can register and make a donation online.
- Download the Registration PDF (Click Here!). You can complete your registration and turn it in with your donations on the day of the walk, September 23, or mail it in.
How your support of the Walk helps to impact the lives of those we serve.
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Last fiscal year, the Evansville District of St. Vincent de Paul partnered with YWCA, Ozanam Family Shelter, and other agencies to provide clothing at minimal cost to those they serve.
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Provided $650,000 in direct assistance to over 12,000 individuals to cover rent, utilities, and other essentials.
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Distributed 427,000 pounds of food from our Pantry to individuals and families.
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Had over 36,500 hours of service volunteered at our Food Pantry, Thrift Store, and in the Parish Conferences with nearly 50,000 miles driven to visit those in need.
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Commenced its first group of “Getting Ahead,” a systemic change initiative for those living in poverty.
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Partnered with Prevent Child Abuse – Vanderburgh County and Sleep in Heavenly Peace to provide twin beds for children in need.
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Brought prayer, kindness, and hope to their neighbors in need.
“Walk a mile in my shoes.”
By participating in the Friends of the Poor Walk, you are doing your part to change lives. Whether you have never had to deal with hardship or you recently received a service from St. Vincent de Paul, you can make a difference!
With your generosity, support and participation, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in Evansville will continue to change lives and provide critical services for those in need.