Vinnies 81 Victoria Street, East Gosford, New South Wales 2250

Welcome to Vinnies, located at 81 Victoria Street, East Gosford, Australia. As an establishment, point of interest, and store, Vinnies offers a range of services to help those in need. With over 200 services available, the St Vincent de Paul Society is dedicated to supporting Australians facing poverty and providing practical assistance to families struggling to cover the basics.

At Vinnies, we believe in the importance of constitutional recognition of Australia's First Nations peoples, and we are proud to support this cause. Our institution is part of a larger network that operates in 153 countries, with over 800,000 members worldwide. In Australia alone, we have more than 45,000 members and volunteers who work tirelessly to combat social injustice and assist those in need.

Our mission, vision, and values are at the core of everything we do. We are committed to providing service to all individuals, regardless of their creed, ethnic or social background, health, gender, or political opinions. We strive to establish relationships based on respect, trust, friendship, and perception, while working towards transforming the causes of poverty and challenging human injustice.

As a nominating organization for the Australian Government's School Student Broadband Initiative (SSBI), we are proud to contribute to the educational needs of students in our community. Additionally, we are always looking for motivated individuals to join our programs, events, and services nationwide. Whether you want to volunteer your time or contribute in other ways, there are various opportunities available for you to help make a difference.

Through the stories of individuals like Samantha, J, and D, we see the positive impact that Vinnies has on people's lives. With a hand up from Vinnies, Samantha and her children now have a bright future ahead of them. J, who was injured at work, found support during a difficult time, while D, who lost her job, received assistance when she needed it the most.

As a lay Catholic organization, we are dedicated to creating a more just and compassionate society. We acknowledge that we are on Aboriginal land and pay our respects to all traditional custodians. This website may contain images of deceased members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander community, which are used with the utmost respect and appreciation.

The St Vincent de Paul Society National Council of Australia Inc. is endorsed by the Australian Taxation Office as a Deductible Gift Recipient. With your support, we can continue to actively and passionately speak out against the causes of poverty and inequality on behalf of the people we serve.

Join us in making a difference. Together, we can build a more inclusive and equitable society.