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We understand that life gets overwhelming and can no longer be pushed aside. As our world changes, new individual and family challenges arise every day throughout our community.
It’s okay for you to feel unsure of what to do next! You’re not alone. The volunteers and staff of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Mahoning District Council, Inc. are your friends, and we are prepared to assist you in this moment.
We offer a variety of in-house programs as well as referrals to more local resources to make your burden lighter. Our goal is to help you back onto your feet so that you can regain control over your circumstances.
Get A Warm Meal
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Mahoning County District Council, Inc. provides warm meals 6 days a week at our Dining Hall.
Located at 430 Williamson Avenue in Youngstown, volunteers and staff provide a free meal to anyone in need Monday-Friday at 11:00am and Saturdays at 10:00am.
Hot meals are prepared and served daily, providing guests with access to nutritious options in a judgement-free environment. We welcome anyone seeking food and/or friendship.
Get Food for Tomorrow
The Food Pantry here at the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Mahoning District Council, Inc. is located at 317 Via Mt Carmel Drive in Youngstown. The food pantry provides guests in need with boxes of fresh and canned foods. The St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry also provides fresh bread, diapers & formula, as well as other items daily and is open to the public. The St. Vincent de Paul Food Pantry is open Monday-Friday 9:00am-1:00pm
Guests are required to have a voucher in order to receive a food box. These vouchers can be provided to you by calling a participating St. Vincent de Paul Parish Conference closest to where you reside.
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Food and Clothing Near You
If you're having trouble making it to one of our locations, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Mahoning District Council, Inc. comes to many neighborhoods around the Mahoning Valley throughout the year to host outreach events. Outreach events are open to the public and usually include a hot meal, boxes of groceries, hygiene products, and a clothing distribution.
When we post an outreach event, you can find out the details ahead of time here: