St. Vincent DePaul Mission of Waterbury

06/18/2026

St. Vincent DePaul Mission proudly congratulates Ali DeGirolamo on being named the 2026 Volunteer of the Year by Main Street Waterbury. Ali's unwavering commitment to our community is an inspiring example of service in action. In addition to serving on numerous boards and supporting a wide range of charitable initiatives, Ali has organized food, clothing, and hygiene drives that have greatly benefited St. Vincent DePaul Mission and other local service organizations. Her volunteer efforts reflect genuine compassion, outstanding leadership, and a heartfelt dedication to helping those in need. Through both her professional role as a Mayoral Aide to Mayor Paul K. Pernerewski Jr., City of Waterbury - Mayor's Office, and her countless volunteer endeavors, Ali continues to make a meaningful difference in the lives of so many throughout our community. Congratulations on this well-deserved recognition! Pictured: Ali DeGirolamo with St. Vincent DePaul Mission Director of Operations, Edwin Rodriguez.

06/18/2026

We extend our heartfelt thanks to State Representative Bill Pizzuto (far right in the photo with SVDP staff, Chef & Kitchen Director, Frank Parafati; Director of Operations, Edwin Rodriguez; and Assistant Chef, Mathias Stanley) for his kindness and generosity in supporting our St. Vincent DePaul Mission Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry. In celebration of his birthday, Representative Pizzuto chose to turn a personal milestone into an act of compassion by asking family and friends to donate nonperishable food items in lieu of gifts. He recently stopped by the Mission to personally deliver these much-needed donations, which will help provide nourishment and hope to individuals and families facing food insecurity in our community. We are deeply grateful for Representative Pizzuto's continued commitment to serving others and for inspiring those around him to give back. Happy Birthday, Representative Pizzuto, and thank you for making your special day a blessing for so many! ❤

06/18/2026

🍽️ TURN YOUR PASSION FOR COOKING INTO A CAREER 🍽️
We are NOW accepting applications for the next Merriman Culinary Job Training Program, beginning Monday, July 20, 2026. This hands-on training program provides individuals with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to pursue employment opportunities in the culinary and food service industry. Participants receive SERV-SAFE Certification, professional instruction, and the support needed to take the next step toward a brighter future. Class space is limited, and interested individuals are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. To schedule an interview, please contact: Chef Frank Parafati: email - [email protected] OR 📞 860-302-9264
Don't miss this opportunity to learn, grow, and build a rewarding career in the culinary field. Contact Chef Frank today!

06/17/2026

We are deeply grateful to the Knights of Columbus Council No. 3961 for their extraordinary generosity and commitment to serving our community. Last evening, Council No. 3961 presented the St. Vincent DePaul Mission with a generous donation of $10,000 to support the construction of a handicap-accessible ramp at our Homeless Shelter on Benedict Street. This important project will help ensure that individuals experiencing homelessness can access our Shelter safely and with dignity. This remarkable gift was made possible through the proceeds of the Council's annual Beverage Tasting event, demonstrating the power of community partnerships and compassionate outreach. Pictured from left to right: John Catalina, Grand Knight; Gary Beaulieu, Executive Director, SVDP Mission; Paul Healy, SVDP Mission Chairman of the Board of Directors; and Council member Al Podzunas.

06/17/2026

We are truly blessed to welcome Archdiocese of Hartford seminarians Alex and Shawn to the St. Vincent DePaul Mission this summer. For the next several weeks, they will be generously sharing their time and talents by volunteering in our Food Pantry and Soup Kitchen, serving our neighbors in need with compassion, kindness, and faith. Their willingness to answer God's call through service is an inspiration to all of us. Please join us in welcoming Alex and Shawn and keeping them in your prayers as they continue their journey toward the priesthood.

06/16/2026

Mark your calendars! October 8 from 9am to 12 noon - Shred-It event sponsored by Mutual Security Credit Union in Watertown to benefit St. Vincent DePaul Mission of Waterbury. Bring 4 or more unopened canned goods and shred up to 5 boxes of documents.

Protect yourself from identity theft by shredding all your sensitive documents!

Join us 📅 Oct 8th for our Watertown Community Shred-Day and food drive benefitting St. Vincent DePaul Mission of Waterbury. Bring in at least 4 canned goods and shred up to five banker boxes of documents. Shred your:

💱Bank Statement
💸Pay Stubs
📃Credit Card Applications
📩Junk Mail
❌Canceled and Voided Checks
🔐Documents with your SSN, account numbers, passwords, pins.

06/11/2026

As temperatures rise, so does the need to care for our most vulnerable neighbors. Our HOMELESS SHELTER is currently operating under our HOT WEATHER PROTOCOL to help keep shelter guests safe during the summer heat. We are asking our friends and supporters for assistance by donating bottled water, popsicles, and other refreshing items that can help provide comfort and hydration. Your kindness makes a real difference for individuals and families facing homelessness during periods of extreme heat. Donations may be dropped off at our Shelter, 114 Benedict Street, Waterbury. Thank you for your continued compassion and support❤. Kindly share this post.

06/10/2026

St. Vincent DePaul Mission extends its heartfelt gratitude to the Savings Bank of Danbury Foundation (Ives Bank) for its generous $5,000 grant in support of our Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry. Their commitment to strengthening Health & Human Services in our community helps ensure that individuals and families facing food insecurity have access to nutritious meals and essential groceries. Because of their kindness and partnership, we can continue serving our neighbors with dignity, compassion, and hope. Thank you for making a meaningful difference in the lives of those we are privileged to serve. In the photo are SVDP Soup Kitchen and Food Pantry Director, Frank Parafati; Ives Bank Assistant VP / Community Development Officer, Farid Cabrera; and SVDP Grants and Data Coordinator, Anthony Guerrera.

06/09/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Grand Knight Louis Padua and the dedicated members of the Knights of Columbus Council #38 for conducting an incredibly successful Food Drive on Saturday, June 6, 2026, to benefit the St. Vincent DePaul Mission Food Pantry. Thanks to their hard work, generosity, and the overwhelming support of our community, the Mission’s truck was filled to capacity with food donations, and additional cash contributions were collected to help us continue serving those in need. We are also deeply grateful to Stop & Shop on Straits Turnpike in Watertown for generously allowing the Knights to hold the Food Drive in front of their store.
Together, your kindness and compassion are making a real difference in the lives of our neighbors facing hunger. Thank you for supporting the Mission's vital work in our community.

06/04/2026

A heartfelt thank you to Post University for once again demonstrating its commitment to our community! On Wednesday, June 3rd, many dedicated Post University students generously volunteered their time and talents at our Soup Kitchen, Shelter, and Thrift Store Their willingness to serve made a meaningful difference in the lives of those we assist each day. We are truly grateful for Post University's continued partnership and support, and we extend our sincere appreciation to all of the students who spent their day helping others. Together, we are building a stronger and more compassionate community. Thank you, Post University!