About the Bloomington Society of

What is SVDP: St. Vincent de Paul is an international society of volunteers that seek to serve those in need . The help given is based on the need of the client and the resources available. Race, religion, creed or sexual orientation are not considered. There is also a spiritual growth component of the Society for those that wish to become full members, but persons that are only interested in volunteering to serve others are equally welcome.

What kind of help do you provide? We provide community resource information , emergency financial help and we collect donated furniture and appliances and distribute free of charge to those in need.

Who do I contact if I need help? If you need help please leave us a message with your contact information on our voice mail . The number is 812-961-1510. You may also contact us by sending an email to help@bloomingtonsvdp.org. In either case someone will attempt to contact you usually within 24 hours if during a weekday and within 48 hours if on a weekend.

How do I request furniture? Click here or furniture request button at top of page.

Where is your furniture warehouse and when are you open? We are at the corner of W17th and Jackson on the right hand side of the building with the UHaul Truck Rentals out front. For a map to our warehouse, hours of operations and guidelines click furniture map & operations..

Who do I contact if I want to donate furniture or appliances? We can pick up your useable furniture and large appliances free of charge if you contact us. The easiest way to contact us if by filling out our online form. Click here for details. To contact us by phone, leave a message on our voice mail number at 812-961-1510. To contact us by email please send a message to pickup@bloomingtonsvdp.org Please include the type of furniture or appliances you wish to donate, your address and a phone number. Someone will contact you usually within 24 to 48 hours.

Special note to businesses: If you are a furniture store, apartment complex or other business that would like to donate to us on regular basis we can provide you with access to our storage units for drop-off or we can schedule regular pickups. For this type of arrangement send an email to Donald at pickup@bloomingtonsvdp.org .

Are my donations tax deductible? Yes all donations whether furniture or financial are tax deductible to the full extent of the law and we will provide you with a receipt upon request.

How do I make a financial donation? Tax deductible donations to help those in need in Monroe County can be made online by clicking the donate button on this page or by sending a check to the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Society, 1413 E 17th St., Bloomington, IN 47408.