Basic necessities such as access to a shower, hygiene products, clean clothes and health care were a luxury out of reach for the street population, before this project.

by .famvin | February 9, 2025 | Homelessness, News | 0 Comments
Depaul International’s staff exchange program fosters global collaboration by enabling employees to share skills and insights across its branches. Aynsley Rastofsky and Zainab Walji of Depaul UK highlight their enriching experience in Ireland, where they learned about innovative data practices, strong service partnerships, and the shared commitment to ending homelessness.
by .famvin | February 7, 2025 | Homelessness, News | 0 Comments
The Vincentian Family honors Blessed Rosalie Rendu by highlighting the collaboration between the Famvin Homeless Alliance and the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul through the “13 Houses” Campaign, transforming lives across 14 nations. A new video captures inspiring stories of individuals overcoming homelessness and domestic violence, emphasizing the enduring mission of charity and community-building.
by .famvin | February 2, 2025 | Homelessness, News | 0 Comments
The Vincentian Family, guided by hope in Jesus, is joining forces through the “13 Houses Project for the Jubilee,” an initiative endorsed by Pope Francis to build dignified housing in 13 countries during the 2025 Jubilee Year. Below is an interview with Fr. Tomaž Mavrič, President of the Vincentian Family Executive Committee, who shares his reflections on the impact and call of this project.
by .famvin | January 26, 2025 | Homelessness, News | 0 Comments
Ivan, a 21-year-old who became homeless due to family issues, found support and stability through Depaul, an organization helping individuals in vulnerable situations. With their guidance, he gained professional skills, found a job in construction, and successfully rebuilt his life, moving off the streets and into his own apartment.
by .famvin | Feb 12, 2023 | Daughters of Charity, Homelessness, News
Basic necessities such as access to a shower, hygiene products, clean clothes and health care were a luxury out of reach for the street population, before this project.
by Vincentian Family Office | Feb 5, 2023 | Conflict in Ukraine, Homelessness, News
The Vincentian Family has showed great commitment and dedication towards those in need since the beginning of the war, including by providing essential and emergency aid on the ground.
by Vincentian Family Office | Jan 15, 2023 | Homelessness, News
Thanks to your generous donations (a total of $ 118,236.27) the FHA was able to provide funds for 100 house repair kits and the construction of 13 typhoon-resistant houses.
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | May 23, 2021 | Homelessness, News
The FHA organised its first online training event to encourage more Vincentians to join our efforts to end homelessness.
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 20, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
Magdalena puts a face on the problem. But where is that place and is it possible to follow the guidelines we have been hearing. The story of one woman who is affected.
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | May 16, 2021 | Homelessness, News
Annie’s story is one of many in Malawi, an African country where 65% of the population live in slums, according to data from UN-Habitat.
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 13, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
You may not believe that one man could do all that Vincent did!
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | May 9, 2021 | Homelessness, News
As part of the jubilee, the Brothers of Our Lady Mother of Mercy (CMM) started the ‘Sheltering the Homeless’ project inspired by the 13 Houses Campaign of the Famvin Homeless Alliance.
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | May 6, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
A 2015 Harvard study found that access to reliable transportation is the biggest factor in determining whether someone will escape poverty and avoid homelessness.
by Vincentian Homeless Alliance | May 2, 2021 | Homelessness, News
Vincentians keep bringing the voices of homeless people to the United Nations despite the pandemic.
by Fr. Michael Carroll, CM | Apr 29, 2021 | Formation, Homelessness, Reflections
We hear a lot about being born on third base. It is a metaphor for being way ahead in the game of life. But what if you were born in the bleachers? Or worse, born outside the ballpark?
by Vincentian Family Office | Apr 29, 2021 | Homelessness, News
The Society of St. Vincent de Paul (SSVP), within the framework of “13 Houses Campaign” Famvin initiative, promotes the construction of 15 homes.