Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Society of St. Vincent de Paul?

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a Catholic lay organization dedicated to assisting those in poverty with various forms of financial and material help, as well as spiritual guidance to get them on the path to self-sufficiency.

Where do you help?

The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, St. James Conference assists within the Three Village Area.

What is a Vincentian?

When groups of Vincentians come together at a Catholic parish, they make up a Conference. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Long Island has 63 Conferences across Nassau & Suffolk Counties.

What is a Vincentian Conference?

When groups of Vincentians come together at a Catholic parish, they make up a Conference. The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Long Island has 63 Conferences across Nassau & Suffolk Counties.

Do you have to be Catholic to be helped by the Society?

No, the Society offers material aid and spiritual comfort to anyone who demonstrates a genuine need, regardless of religious affiliation or citizenship status. “Need, not Creed” is our unofficial motto.

What is the Diocesan Central Council?

The Diocesan Central Council, headquartered in Bethpage, NY, is the professional arm of the Society. It manages the thrift stores and housing program, and provides support services and technical assistance to our Conferences at parishes across Long Island.

What kinds of donations does the Society accept?

The Society accepts financial donations, as well as new and gently-used clothing, furniture and household items.

You may bring your clothing donations to any of the Society’s Thrift Stores or drop them off in one of our clothing donation bins.

To arrange a furniture pick up, call (516) 746-8250 for Nassau County residents and (631) 858- 0380 for Suffolk County residents.

Where are Thrift Stores located?

Huntington 1705 Jericho Turnpike Huntington, NY 11743 (631) 858-0380

Garden City Park 2160 Jericho Turnpike Garden City, NY 11040 (516) 746-8250

Where can I drop off clothing donation?

A clothing bin is located in the parking lot of the St. James R.C. Church, 429 Rt 25A, Setauket, NY 11733

To find other clothing donation bins on long island, click here. or call the Central Council at (516) 822-3132.

Can I get a tax deduction for my clothing/furniture/household item donation? Are monetary gifts tax-deductible?

Yes! When clothing is donated at our Thrift Store, one of the salespeople in the store will give you a receipt.

The Society is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. Contributions are deductible to the extent allowed under the Internal Revenue Service rules.