Impact Report FY 2024-25

IMPACT Report Fiscal Year 2024-25

Our mission is to house, feed, and support those in need with compassion and dignity.

OVERCOMING

Obstacles FALL ‘24

Finalized Three-Year Strategic Plan

WINTER ‘24

Launched Sustainability Campaign

JULY ‘25

Navigated Food Cuts

AUGUST ‘25

Completed Men’s Shelter Renovations & Expansion AUGUST ‘25

Hosted SVDP National Assembly

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LETTER FROM THE CEO

Life HUMBLES Give HOPE F

or 172 years, St. Vincent de Paul Louisville has been a place offering hope to those experiencing life’s most humbling situations. This fiscal year, our organization overcame several obstacles to better serve those in need.

We finalized a three-year Strategic Plan and launched a Sustainability Campaign to guide us toward greater impact and financial sustainability. We also navigated federal cuts to feed those in need. Following two years of planning and renovations, we celebrated the rededication and expansion of Ozanam Inn Men’s Emergency Shelter. Lastly, we hosted 800 SVDP leaders and volunteers from across the country in Louisville at the National Assembly.

come to us at their lowest, unsure of what to do next.

Give Hope. We have an opportunity to help those in need.

The world encourages us to focus solely on ourselves— our families, our careers, our financial resources. But your willingness to sacrifice, to give, can change a community.

As you read through our latest Impact Report, we hope that you see your support is more critical than ever.

Thanks to our 2,037 supporters this year, we served 752 people through emergency, transitional, and permanent supportive housing. We gave 111,258 people a warm meal or groceries. We provided one-on-one counseling to 416 clients.

As I reflect on this past year, I am reminded that you are what makes St. Vincent de Paul not only possible, but special. It is an honor to serve those in need, and without your support, many would remain unhoused or go hungry.

Behind each number is a name: Sabrina, Michael, Kellie, Daryl, Steven, and hundreds more who know that their best days are ahead of them. Thank you for giving hope this fiscal year.

Our organization embodies: “Life Humbles. Give Hope.”

Sincerely,

Life Humbles. Life is hard—whether you have housing or not, whether your bills are paid or not, whether you have a job or not. Challenges are magnified when compounded by homelessness, hunger, or a lack of relational support. Many

CEO & Executive Director St. Vincent de Paul Louisville

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IT’S A MIRACLE. BEFORE I CAME HERE, I WAS FEELING HOPELESS.

Tamara on how she and her brother, Chris, who were states away and hadn’t spoke in 13 years, are now reconciled through St. Vincent de Paul.

Table of

CONTENTS

8-9 6-7 FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY

HOUSING & HOPE Help with housing offers stability, safety, and community.

NOURISHMENT & NUTRITION

See how our financial practices were marked by integrity and accountability.

WE’RE IN THIS TOGETHER

Learn why our feeding programs provide far more than a meal or groceries.

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Read about how our supportive services help people move forward.

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14 IT’S A COMMUNITY EFFORT See how volunteers are serving our neighbors in need with compassion and dignity.

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THRIFT STORE FINDS

MISSION MOMENTS

DONOR RECOGNITION LIST

Learn how supporting our thrift stores ties back to the mission.

SVDP snapshots of the sights and smiles from those we serve.

Thank you to those who partnered with us to fight homelessness or food insecurity.

Year in

REVIEW STOCK THE SHELVES Navigating Food Cuts through Monthly Support With the passing of the “One Big, Beautiful Bill,” there were funding cuts made to The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) and the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP), commonly known as food stamps. These changes caused more people needing assistance from our feeding programs while monthly USDA food donations decreased. With our monthly “Stock the Shelves” initiative, supporters helped us feed those in need.

July 2025

RIBBON CUTTING & REDEDICATION Ozanam Inn Men’s Emergency Shelter Transformed Thanks to a $2.4 million allocation from the Louisville’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), Ozanam Inn now features substantial facility upgrades designed to better serve individuals experiencing homelessness. This investment allowed us to modernize and expand our 24/7 facility, making it safer, brighter, and more accessible for the men and Veterans we serve.

August 2025

HOSTING SVDP NATIONAL ASSEMBLY Honoring Heritage, Embracing Change From Wednesday, Aug. 27, to Saturday, Aug. 30, our organization hosted the 2025 SVDP National Assembly in Louisville, as 800 SVDP leaders and volunteers gathered at the historic Galt House. The Host City Night was held at the Muhammed Ali Center. The theme was “Honoring Heritage, Embracing Change.”

August 2025

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2024-25 FINANCIALS St. Vincent de Paul Louisville is committed to financial transparency.

Every dollar donated goes towards our mission to help those in need through housing, food insecurity, and wraparound services.

2024-25 Total

Total Revenue ‘20-21

‘21-22

‘22-23

‘23-24

$7.35M $8.31M

$7.77M

$8.8M

$9.51M*

Revenue 2020-2025

2024-25 Revenue Program & Overhead Expenses

Multiyear Program & Overhead Expenses

*The numbers reflected in the graphics above from this past fiscal year (October 1, 2024 - September 30, 2025) are unaudited and do not include $1.7M of funds given to us from Louisville Metro Government for a capital renovation at Ozanam Inn. 7

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btaining long-term housing is a challenge many Americans face. Every night, we house 400 people, including those fleeing domestic violence, families, men experiencing chronic homelessness, or Veterans.

Those we serve live in emergency, transitional, or permanent supportive housing on our campus or in scattered-site units. » Emergency Shelter: Often the first place people turn to when experiencing a crisis to avoid the streets. Emergency

60 234 752 86%

shelters provide immediate and short-term housing for those experiencing homelessness. » Transitional: Provides temporary residence for those who do not need long-term support. This allows residents to work towards finding permanent housing within two years. » Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH): As a national best practice, PSH provides a stable, affordable, and longterm housing solution with mental health care and social services for those with disabilities. The people we serve in PSH are our most vulnerable and have at least one disability.

Emergency Beds Fled Domestic Violence People Served

Success rate for families exiting into a positive housing destination

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UNHOUSED Our hope is that the men and Veterans who stay at Ozanam Inn Men’s Emergency Shelter experience a sense of home.

This past fiscal year, we rededicated and celebrated the expansion of Ozanam Inn after major renovations.

operating support from Louisville Metro Government’s Office of Social Services, we expanded our shelter by 20 beds, or 50%.

Greenberg. “Thank you to St. Vincent de Paul for their commitment to ensure that our city remains a place where empathy and action go hand in hand in serving people who need us the most.”

THIS PLACE HAS BEEN A BLESSING.

The 24/7 shelter now provides a safer, more accessible space for these men as they work toward securing permanent housing. With additional

—Will, Ozanam Inn client “In Louisville, we believe that every individual deserves dignity, safety, and a place to call home,” said Mayor Craig

The yearlong project modernized Ozanam Inn with electrical upgrades,

expanded dorms and private rooms, updated bathrooms and showers, new windows, updated lighting, and an enhanced, accessible entryway with safer security check-in.

Additional 2024-25 Stats 55% identified as Black; 17% as minority 59% reported having at least one disability 28% said they experienced domestic violence 3/4 of households didn’t return to homelessness 92 Veterans were served across programs 24% served were chronically homeless

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ood is expensive. After SNAP benefits run out, many come to us for groceries at the end of the month. And, those without a kitchen to cook seek out a meal. This past fiscal year, access to food resources was scarce. We gave a warm meal or groceries to 111,258 people.

In July 2025, the “One Big, Beautiful Bill” was passed. This included large cuts to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP)—considered the largest in the program’s

346,437 pounds of food distributed Meals Served Daily

241 4,650 Seniors given groceries

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history—left organizations like ours with a lower budget to feed a larger number of people. » Food Pantry: The number of households who sought monthly assistance increased by 20 to 25%. Around the same time, USDA monthly donations decreased significantly. » Open Hand Kitchen: The Open Hand Kitchen steadily saw a rise since the summer, including nearly 2,000 more individuals served in July. This held up the rest of the fiscal year, with more than 10,000 individuals served per month.

he HUNGRY There’s a difference between being hungry and starving—the kind that forces you to skip a meal because you simply can’t afford it or forces a mother to feed her children instead of herself. That’s starving.

One in seven Kentuckians suffer

John, a client in Ozanam Inn Men’s Emergency Shelter, shared that he

dinner at the Open Hand Kitchen.

“I DIDN’T THINK I WOULD BE OVER HERE. I WAS ALWAYS THE ONE TO HELP OTHER PEOPLE. I COME HERE BECAUSE I NEED HELP.”

from food insecurity, including one in five children. Regular access to healthy food is a basic need that every Kentuckian and child should have.

—Diane, Food Pantry client wouldn’t know where he would have eaten without daily access to lunch and

At times, the Open Hand Kitchen has even run out of seating. The Food Pantry is busy from the moment it opens and takes the burden off of families who need groceries to get by.

Whether it’s chicken, potatoes, and a side salad, or a loaf of bread, bag of apples, and canned goods, food allows people to live their fullest lives.

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e often say that we offer a helping hand up, not a hand out. That’s at the heart of our supportive services. They are the bread and butter of what we do. This includes case work, housing navigation, mental health and substance use counseling, transportation passes, utilities assistance, move-out items, and more.

All of our clients have experienced homelessness, have little to no income, and often have a mental or physical disability in the family. In fact, one of three of our clients reported having one or multiple mental health conditions.

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Our case managers and clinical counselors meet with clients in our housing programs to work through these obstacles. » Case Management: Case managers primarily help clients secure permanent housing or resources such as food stamps, health insurance, personal IDs, or employment. » Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) Program: Counselors work with our clients to treat the underlying causes of homelessness, such as addiction, mental illness, or trauma history. As individuals develop coping skills, they learn the ability to make and maintain their goals.

our SUPPORT Last fiscal year, we were awarded more than $281,000 through the Opioid Settlement funds made available by Louisville Metro Government to support and expand our MHSU Program. This allowed us to expand our MHSU Program for our clients who are in desperate need of mental health

group meetings to better meet their needs. With support from trained clinical counselors and a safe space

When individuals are facing their challenges or traumas alone, they are generally self-medicating, whether that be through relational isolation, self-harm, eating disorders, or substance use.

“IT’S OK TO LET PEOPLE SEE THE CRACKS IN YOUR WALLS.”

support.

—Iris, client in our Domestic Violence Program

With two additional MHSU staff members, we were able to serve 18% more clients and hold 46% more

to share struggles with those enduring similiar challenges, clients can focus on a brighter future.

These problems often interfere with their ability to cope with stress or

prevent them from keeping a job, housing, or having the necessary skills to fully reintegrate into society. Often, all it takes is a little bit of support.

More Mental Health on the Mend 18% more people served The MHSU Program served 416 people total in our housing programs

248 people with a mental health condition Those in our housing programs who had one or more mental health conditions

20% struggled with substance use Across our housing programs, 59 people self-reported drug and/or alcohol use

46% more groups held With 271 total group meetings held, we were able to serve more clients

73 Successful Crisis Interventions These were mental health, suicidal, self-neglect, violence, or domestic violence situations

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SERVING WITH COMPASSION & DIGNITY

190

Monthly volunteers

who serve at our Food Pantry, Open Hand Kitchen, or pick up food donations

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625

SVDP Members

involved in 27 parish-based Conferences who prevent homelessness and offer assistance with rent, food, clothing, or utility bills

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Groups

such as businesses or schools who served in our feeding programs or on our Special Works Campus

THRIFTING WITH A PURPOSE

LOYALTY, SUSTAINABILITY, & SECOND-CHANCE EMPLOYMENT Our Thrift Stores play a vital role in supporting our mission, with busy foot traffic from donors and shoppers. Every purchase helps families facing hardship, supporting our programs to fight homelessness and food insecurity.

We also focused on carefully managing donations to ensure a quality experience for customers. Instead of ending up in landfills, gently-used goods were recycled, given new homes, and the funds benefited those in need.

This past fiscal year, we launched a new Loyalty Program, where customers save with every purchase. This was met with much enthusiasm from our thrifting community.

One-fourth of our SVDP staff work at our Thrift Stores and Warehouse, giving many a second chance by providing them with an opportunity to rebuild their lives and careers.

THRIFT STORE IMPACT

20 Free Pick-Ups Thrift Store drivers make daily to residences for large donation pick-ups

200 Donors who drop off goods at our Thrift Stores or Donation Center daily

70,000 Customers who visited our Thrift Stores, with $1,268,838 in total net sales

25% Workforce of SVDP Louisville employees who work at our Thrift Stores and Warehouse

4+ Google Review Rating from customers who visited our Thrift Stores or Donation Center

DONORS THAT MAKE A DIFFERENCE

6,100 Loyalty Program Members who signed up this past fiscal year

128 Vehicles Donated

for a total of $162,176 in net sales

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SVDP SNAPSHOTS Take a look at all of the life-change from the past fiscal year.

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Every donation makes a difference.

Thank you for supporting our mission to house, feed, and support those in need with compassion and dignity.

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SVDP LOUISVILLE DONORS We are so grateful to our donors who generously supported us financially or in-kind between Oct. 1, 2024 - Sept. 30, 2025.

$100,000 and more Allen S. Mattingly Trust**** Anonymous Anonymous*** Anonymous***** Dare to Care, Inc.*****/0 Joseph L. Lenihan Memorial Fund***** Ursuline Sisters of Louisville*****

$99,000 - $50,000 Anonymous******/0 Coalition for the Homeless Day One Families Fund Dr. Randall & Mrs. Karen Graehler*** Gheens Foundation, Inc.****** Lift a Life Novak Family Foundation* Mr. Patrick J. Crowe***** Mr. Robert & Mrs. Susan Means***** RamTell Inc. The Estate of Ruth Kramer

$49,000 - $25,000 Anonymous0 Estate of Julie Baquie Morton Kentucky Veterans Program Trust Fund Mr. Michael & Mrs. Rebecca Romero*** Mr. Steve & Mrs. Kathy Ford Mr. William & Mrs. Michelle Mudd*** Sedita Family Fund*** Stock Yards Bank and Trust*****

$24,999 - $15,000 Anonymous Anonymous*** Anonymous*** Brown-Forman Corporation*****

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ISCO Industries, Inc.*** Marion Steiner Trust ***** Mary Agnes Lenihan Memorial Fund***** Mr. John & Mrs. Tanya Higgins*** Mr. Joseph Bell, Jr.* Mr. Michael Paynter & Ms. Donna Heitzman***** Mr. Robert & Mrs. Debra Roberts*** Mr. Steve & Mrs. Earlene Woeste**** Ms. Carole Strohbeck*** The Benevity Community Impact Fund*** William R Sherrill and Hilde M Sherrill Trust****

$14,999 - $10,000 Anonymous Dawn Foods Deacon Scott & Mrs. JoAnn Haner*****/0 Estate of Fr. Herbert L. Lattis*** Harvey and Essie Sollinger Foundation Mr. Bruce & Mrs. Jane Duthie* Mr. David & Mrs. Cindy Daunhauer*** Mr. David & Mrs. Julie Mueller***** Mr. James & Mrs. Tonya Gravitt* Mr. Mike & Mrs. Pamela Stich** Ms. Jean Frazier*** Ms. Jean Zehnder** Ms. Joyce Teel**** Publix St. Patrick Catholic Church*****/0

$9,999 - $5,000 Anonymous*** Anonymous***** Bramco, LLC***

Bridgett and Earl Reed Family Foundation Churchill Downs Inc.0 ControlTouch Systems Friends of St. Vincent de Paul Louisville Endowment Fund Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels**** Mr. Benjamin & Mrs. Kristen Neises Mr. David Neill*/0 Mr. Donald & Mrs. Cathy Shoemaker* Mr. Ed & Mrs. Elaine Wnorowski*** Mr. Gregory & Mrs. Connie Judge Mr. Homer & Mrs. Margaret Swindall**** Mr. James & Mrs. Patricia Carrico**** Mr. James & Mrs. Ruth Mueller***** Mr. Jim & Mrs. Catherine Smith****/0 Mr. John & Mrs. Mary Tierney**** Mr. John Celletti Mr. Lyle & Mrs. Linda Graham**** Mr. Michael & Mrs. Theresa Mattei***** Mr. Richard & Mrs. Betty Devereaux*** Mr. Steve & Mrs. Grace Sternberg* Mr. Tom Luber* Mr. William & Mrs. Jill Howard**** Mrs. Jeannie & Dr. Pat Donovan/0 Ms. Margaret Leibson**** Ms. Vivien Keane** Red Rover Electric LLC Snowy Owl Foundation, Inc.*** St. Albert the Great SVDP Conference, Inc.***** St. Edward Parish*****/0

Sustaining Donors Stephen Barry Family Fund***** The Dibert Family

$4,999 - $2,500 Abel Construction Company, Inc.*** Anonymous*** Fifth Third Bank***** Holy Trinity Catholic Church***** Hussung Mechanical Contractors, Inc.**** Jean A. Meyer Trust Kosair for Kids** Law Office of Nellie Draus Stallings Pllc Lyndon & Helen Schmid Charitable Foundation Mr. Barry & Mrs. Elizabeth Stevens* Mr. Carl & Mrs. Carleen Herde***** Mr. Chris & Mrs. Mary Feger Mr. Creighton Mershon Mr. David Burruss**** Mr. Doug & Mrs. Sheri Gardner Mr. Fred & Mrs. Pat Hagan***** Mr. Gordon Stiebling & Ms. Lydia Redmond***** Mr. James Thompson** Mr. Jeffrey Mayrose Mr. Jeremy Grimes* Mr. Jim & Mrs. Claire Williams***** Mr. John & Mrs. Cheryl Poole**** Mr. John & Mrs. Linda Rosenthal** Mr. John & Mrs. Stella Murphy***** Mr. Larry & Mrs. Tara Blandford**** Mr. Lee & Mrs. Terri Read*** Mr. Leo Niemann Mr. Leonard Loesch* Mr. Michael & Mrs. Michelle Hagan*** Mr. Michael & Mrs. Michelle Spurlock0 Mr. Michael & Mrs. Theresa Moorman*****

Mr. Michael Boyle0 Mr. Sean & Mrs. Calene Baldwin* Mr. Steven & Mrs. Clare Habeeb** Mr. Steven Moser Mr. Ted & Mrs. Mary Nixon Mr. Thomas & Mrs. Teresa Storck***** Mr. Thomas Vasiljevich Mr. Vincent & Mrs. Maria Corsi** Ms. Eloise Boarman***** Ms. Jerolyn Quillman** Ms. Margaret Springer0 Ms. Mary Angela Shannon Ms. Nancy Lesmeister** Schuler Law Office St. Raphael the Archangel Church***** The Higdon and Eckert Family Todd Asset Management LLC***** Ward Engineering Co., Inc.** Weed Man / Mosquito Hero0

30+ Years****** 25+ Years ***** 20+ Years**** 15+ Years*** 10 Years** 5 Years* denotes in-kind gifts

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Government Funding Federal

U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) State Kentucky Housing Corporation State of KY Cabinet for Economic Development Local Louisville Metro Government, Office of Social Services Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness

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