ST. VINCENT DE PAUL KICKS OFF $5 Million Affordable Housing FUNDRAISER St. Vincent de Paul Launches $5 Million Fundraiser for Affordable Housing in Charlotte County

June 20, 2024

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

In response to the growing need for permanent affordable housing across the nation, and specifically within Punta Gorda, St. Vincent de Paul, Sacred Heart Conference in Punta Gorda is partnering with St. Vincent de Paul CARES to spearhead an ambitious initiative to address this critical issue locally. Our goal is to provide permanent affordable housing targeting the most vulnerable people in Punta Gorda and the surrounding areas.

Through our continuous engagement with community members in need, it has become increasingly evident that permanent affordable housing is a primary concern. Many hardworking individuals in Charlotte County find themselves in a precarious position, unable to afford essential living expenses such as rent, groceries, childcare, and utilities on their current wages. These financial challenges lead them to seek assistance from St. Vincent de Paul for basic needs including food, clothing, housewares, furniture, as well as financial aid for rent and utilities. People that are homeless have even more exacerbated challenges finding housing. This project addresses this critical need.

In conjunction with Florida Housing Finance Corporation and St. Vincent de Paul CARES St. Vincent de Paul, Sacred Heart Conference in Punta Gorda seeks to raise an additional $5 million to complete the vision of providing more than 40 units of permanent affordable housing in Charlotte County. The cornerstone of this collaborative effort is a $5 million gift from Florida Housing Finance Corporation for the first 15 units. Additionally, $850,000 has been pledged from the private community toward Sacred Heart Conference $5 million dollar fundraising goal.

To succeed in this mission to build over 40 units of permanent affordable housing for those most in need in our community, we appeal to the compassion and generosity of Charlotte County residents and beyond. Your support is crucial in reaching this $5 million fundraising goal. The good news is that $850,000 has already been raised.  As a 501(c)(3) charitable organization, your contribution to St. Vincent de Paul is not just an investment in permanent affordable housing but also a tax-deductible act of kindness that directly benefits individuals and families in dire need.

Join us in making a tangible and transformative difference in the lives of those less fortunate in our community. Together, we can build more than homes; we can build Hope.

About St. Vincent de Paul Sacred Heart Conference and St. Vincent de Paul CARES

St. Vincent de Paul is a non-profit organization dedicated to serving the needy and suffering in communities across the globe. Sacred Heart Conference provides essential services and support to those facing financial hardships, striving to create a more compassionate and resilient community for all. St. Vincent de Paul CARES is a leader ending homelessness for US Veterans, families with children, and individuals in 19 Florida counties. To learn more go to www.svdp.care.

Please contact Merrell Dickey to help us meet our goal of housing over 40 families in our community.

Phone: 727-201-9875       

Email: merrell@svdp.care