Inspired by St. Vincent de Paul, formed by the example of Frederic Ozanam, founder of the Society, the Vincentian men and women are ordinary folks from every walk of life. They are united in their commitment to help the poor, the needy, the lonely and the homeless.

The Central Council provides support services and professional assistance to the Vincentians, administers staffed programs and serves as a liaison between the Vincentians and other divisions of the Society.

Together, the Vincentians and the Central Council provide temporary emergency assistance to people who are in a personal or financial crisis.

Requests for assistance come from individuals and families, through concerned relatives or friends, or a member of the clergy. The request may be made directly to a Vincentian or by a telephone call to the Central Council. Once a referral has been received, it is transferred to the Conference nearest the person in need and the Vincentians from that Conference will proceed with a home visit and follow-up.

The home visit distinguishes the Society of St. Vincent de Paul from all other organizations serving the poor. The manner in which help is offered and provided is often more important than the relief given. That personal touch, the one-to-one encounter with a needy person or family, is the balm that helps the healing process begin. 

The Vincentians bring with them all the resources of the Conference and the Central Council, whatever is needed to help resolve the problem and make people's lives better. Relief is offered without passing judgment and with no strings attached.

Currently, there are 1,200 Vincentians within the Long Island Council’s region, 54 Conferences serving the poor and needy from Nassau County to the easternmost shores of Long Island.

2008 - The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocese of Rockville Centre
11,653 home visits
$5,753,633 financial assistance distributed

2009 – The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocese of Rockville Centre

12,428 home visits

$5,559,737 financial assistance distributed 

If you are interested in becoming a Vincentian, please contact the Conference associated with your Parish directly. No Conference?  Consider starting a Conference in your Parish.

Hyperlink over “starting a conference” to sub-section 1.4.2 

For additional questions regarding Vincentians or Conferences you may contact us at 516)322-3132 or e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .

Inspired by St. Vincent de Paul, formed by the example of Frederic Ozanam, founder of the Society, the Vincentian men and women are ordinary folks from every walk of life. They are united in their commitment to help the poor, the needy, the lonely and the homeless.

The Central Council provides support services and professional assistance to the Vincentians, administers staffed programs and serves as a liaison between the Vincentians and other divisions of the Society.

Together, the Vincentians and the Central Council provide temporary emergency assistance to people who are in a personal or financial crisis.

Requests for assistance come from individuals and families, through concerned relatives or friends, or a member of the clergy. The request may be made directly to a Vincentian or by a telephone call to the Central Council. Once a referral has been received, it is transferred to the Conference nearest the person in need and the Vincentians from that Conference will proceed with a home visit and follow-up.

The home visit distinguishes the Society of St. Vincent de Paul from all other organizations serving the poor. The manner in which help is offered and provided is often more important than the relief given. That personal touch, the one-to-one encounter with a needy person or family, is the balm that helps the healing process begin. 

The Vincentians bring with them all the resources of the Conference and the Central Council, whatever is needed to help resolve the problem and make people's lives better. Relief is offered without passing judgment and with no strings attached.

Currently, there are 1,200 Vincentians within the Long Island Council’s region, 54 Conferences serving the poor and needy from Nassau County to the easternmost shores of Long Island.

2008 - The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocese of Rockville Centre
11,653 home visits
$5,753,633 financial assistance distributed

2009 – The Society of St. Vincent de Paul, Diocese of Rockville Centre

12,428 home visits

$5,559,737 financial assistance distributed 

If you are interested in becoming a Vincentian, please contact the Conference associated with your Parish directly. No Conference?  Consider starting a Conference in your Parish.

Hyperlink over “starting a conference” to sub-section 1.4.2 

For additional questions regarding Vincentians or Conferences you may contact us at 516)322-3132 or e-mail us at This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it .