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SOCIETY OF ST. VINCENT DE PAUL ACCEPTS A HEARTY DONATION

Dec 05, 2022

PUNTA GORDA, FL, December 5, 2022 – The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a local nonprofit, is eager to assist those affected by Hurricane Ian and those who are in need. They provide services for those who are struggling with poverty, homelessness, and hunger, and have been actively involved in the community.

Amidst the ongoing recovery efforts in Charlotte County, Florida State Representative Michael Grant took time from his busy schedule to deliver a very generous donation of $12,000 to the St. Vincent de Paul Charlotte District Council. Representative Grant states, “The volunteer work of St. Vincent is critical to the health and welfare of our community. I am honored to assist them in their endeavors to help those in need as they deal with the aftermath of Hurricanes Ian and Nicole.”

"Being residents of Charlotte County ourselves, we at SVDP know what it's like to have your life turned upside down by a disaster," said Joe-Ann Pierre, Charlotte District Council President. "We are so grateful for this donation to help those affected by these hurricanes."

Accepting the donation on behalf of the Charlotte District Council were Joe-Ann Pierre, President of Charlotte District Council; Linda Caldwell, President of San Antonio Conference; Gary Moerke, President Diocese of Venice Council; Bill Bannon, President St. Maximillian Kolbe Conference; Jerry Presseller, Incoming President Sacred Heart Conference; Paul Kaiser, President Sacred Heart Conference; Charlotte Boland, Past President Sacred Heart Conference; Peter Catauro, President St. Charles Borromeo Conference.

To learn about volunteer opportunities or to make a donation, stay up-to-date with the latest news, visit www.svdppg.org contact (941) 575-0767 or follow St. Vincent de Paul Sacred Heart Conference on Facebook.

ABOUT ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SACRED HEART CONFERENCE

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, a local nonprofit, has a long history of helping families in need, and they continue to do so today. They are committed to providing food and clothing for the world's poor and needy. Vincentians respond to the needs of people in need by meeting with them, assessing their needs, and giving them assistance.

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Punta Gorda, Florida - Tuesday, February 13, 2024 – St. Vincent de Paul, Sacred Heart Conference proudly announces its receipt of the Gulf Coast Partnership 2024 Shining Star Award, the highest honor bestowed by the Gulf Coast Partnership, in recognition of its outstanding response to the emergency needs resulting from Hurricane Ian, in collaboration with the GCP, SVDP, Charlotte Community Foundation, and other local agencies, businesses, and individuals. The award ceremony, held on Tuesday, February 6th, saw the presentation of the Shining Star Award by Denise Dull, Director of Operations & Marketing at PORCH FL, to President Jerry Presseller and Past President Gary Moerke, representing St. Vincent de Paul, Sacred Heart Conference. The collaborative emergency response efforts between the Gulf Coast Partnership and St. Vincent de Paul, Sacred Heart Conference were instrumental in addressing the critical needs of the community following the devastating impact of Hurricane Ian in September 2022. This award serves as a testament to the dedication, compassion, and resilience displayed by the volunteers and partners involved in the response efforts. "We are deeply honored to receive the Gulf Coast Partnership 2024 Shining Star Award," said President Jerry Presseller. "This recognition is a reflection of the unwavering commitment of our volunteers and partners to serve those in need, especially during times of crisis." Past President Gary Moerke added, "The collaborative spirit demonstrated throughout our emergency response efforts underscores the power of community solidarity. Together, we have made a meaningful difference in the lives of those affected by Hurricane Ian." St. Vincent de Paul, Sacred Heart Conference extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Gulf Coast Partnership for this esteemed recognition and acknowledges the invaluable support of all volunteers, partners, and stakeholders who contributed to the success of the emergency response efforts. For more information about St. Vincent de Paul, Sacred Heart Conference and its ongoing initiatives, please visit www.svdppg.org.