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St. Vincent de Paul - Idaho Falls
Our Mission
The mission of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is “a network of friends inspired by Gospel values, growing in holiness, and building a more just world through personal relationships with and service to people in need.”
St. Vincent de Paul – Idaho Falls helps people in need by assisting with food, housing, utilities, clothing, furniture, and other basic human needs through your generous donations of goods, food, volunteer time, and financial support.
What we do
Give help when it is needed.
Since its inception in February 1995, St. Vincent de Paul continues to provide assistance to our southeast Idaho neighbors in need and has grown from helping a few individuals per month to helping many. In 2023, we helped 3,596 families (10,502 people), food was given to 2,691 families (8,718 people) which translates to 78,462 meals provided, and we gave 597 families (1,404 people) thrift store vouchers receiving thrift store merchandise valued at $31,500.
Thrift Store
Providing meaningful employment and volunteer opportunities, our thrift store is a significant driver of the Society’s mission and effectiveness.
208-528-9979
Food Pantry
Serving neighbors in need in communities across East Idaho, our food pantry provides both fresh and non-perishable goods to families impacted by poverty.
208-522-6280
FREEMED
Our FREEMED program aids low-income people who have no insurance or have exhausted their prescription insurance to obtain prescription medications at little or no cost to them.
208-528-6337
Christmas Basket Program
The Christmas Basket project story began 40+ years ago as a modest effort at Holy Rosary Church to provide families in need with a toy for each child in the family and Christmas dinner.
208-522-6280
Assistance & Services
Since its inception in February 1995, St. Vincent de Paul has grown from assisting just a few individuals per month in southeast Idaho to helping many families per month through our Social Services office. We have also saved millions of dollars in prescription costs for low-income individuals with chronic or long-term illnesses through our FREEMED program.
Recent Updates
2026 St Vincent de Paul Social Services Message from the Board
Updates from the board on Square Payments at the thrift store, an Operations Coordinator opening, and 2026 social services activity and expenses.
2025 St Vincent de Paul Social Services Message from the Board
Message from the board thanking parishioners for 2025 support, with expense and food collection summaries. Download the full December 2025 newsletter (English & Spanish).