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Unleash the Power of Catholic Giving through the annual Black Bag Collection benefiting the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston 2026 Black Bag Collection JULY 11-12, 2026 MEDIA KIT FOR PARISHES & CONFERENCES DONATE NOW History FlockNote Graphics DOWNLOAD PDF GUIDE Bulletins Social Media Contact Us What is the Black Bag Collection? The Black Bag Collection is an annual opportunity for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul to reach more than 1.7 million Catholics in the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston and ask for their help to support the poor and vulnerable in our community. The collection is a symbol of ONE SOCIETY coming together to help those in need. We rely heavily on this major source of funds to continue responding to the needs of our brothers and sisters who are on the brink of becoming homeless or facing utility disconnections. In 1833, our founder, Blessed Frederic Ozanam, and the original members realized they needed money to fund the works of charity. Because the giving capacity of the members varied, they passed around a black bag so that each member could give what they could afford. Today, we continue this tradition. This year's Black Bag Collection will be a special 2nd collection at all parishes during the weekend of JULY 11-12, 2026. Bulletin Announcements ENGLISH Please support the Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s Annual Black Bag Collection the weekend of July 11-12, 2026 . Donations will help the Society provide food and financial assistance to families struggling to make ends meet. With the increasing cost of living, your support can make a difference. SPANISH La Sociedad de San Vicente de Paul los invita a participar en la Colecta Anual de la Bolsa Negra el 11-12 de Julio del 2026 . Sus donaciones ayudaran la misión de proveer necesidades básicas, como comida, ayuda financiera, a familias con escasos recursos. VIETNAMESE Xin hỗ trợ chương trình gây quỹ hằng năm của Hội Thánh Vinh Sơn Phaolô vào cuối tuần ngày 11-12, Tháng Bảy năm 2026 . Mọi đóng góp sẽ được dùng vào việc mua thực phẩm, quần áo, yểm trợ tài chính cho những gia đình gặp hoàn cảnh khó khăn. Với lạm phát đang gia tăng, sự đóng góp của quý vị có thể thay đổi cuộc sống của họ. Flocknote/Email Messages Email #1 Send around July 1, 2026 (Subject Line) July 11-12, 2026: Annual Black Bag Collection The Society of St. Vincent de Paul will be holding their Annual Black Bag Collection the weekend of July 11-12, 2026. Our parish needs your help to support one of the oldest Catholic organizations serving the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. There are more than 1.7 million Catholics in our Archdiocese. With your help, we can strengthen our network of charity programs that provide food, clothing, and financial assistance to the struggling working-poor in our area. Donate or learn more about the Black Bag collection at: www.svdphouston.org/blackbag . Email #2 Send around July 10, 2026 (Subject Line) July 11-12, 2026: Support the Society of St. Vincent de Paul The Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s Annual Black Bag Collection is the organization’s single, largest fundraiser. The funds raised are used towards program support and general operations support to keep the programs running. Please consider making a gift this weekend July 11-12, 2026 , in support of the Society. Last year, your support helped over 115,000 people! Learn more about the Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s community impact at www.svdphouston.org/blackbag . . Social Media Posts The parish social media coordinator can use these posts to help the Society of St. Vincent de Paul spread the word about the Black Bag Collection. Please make sure to tag the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in your social media posts! Find us on social media using the accounts below or look for us under Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. If you cannot find us, please use #SVDPHouston. Don't want to make your own post? You can always repost ours! Post #1 Publish the week of June 8, 2026 Mark your calendar! JULY 11-12, 2026. Join your fellow parishioners in donating to the Annual Black Bag Collection for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston. Unlike many of our Catholic ministries, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul does not receive money from DSF. Your generosity will help serve people in our community. For more information, visit: www.svdphouston.org/blackbag #SVDPHouston Post #4 Publish the week of July 6, 2026 The Society of St. Vincent de Paul’s Annual Black Bag Collection will be active between JULY 11-12, 2026. Please be generous in your giving during this weekend's special collection. Thank you for all your support in ensuring the success of the Society’s largest fundraiser of the year. #SVDPHouston Post #2 Publish the week of June 15 , 2026 Join your fellow parishioners in supporting the Society of St. Vincent de Paul, one of Houston’s oldest Catholic organizations serving the needs of the poor through their unique Home Visit Program. A 2nd collection will be held JULY 11-12, 2026. Check out their 2025 Impact to learn more about their mission: www.svdphouston.org/blackbag. #SVDPHouston Post #3 Publish the week of Ju ne 29 , 2026 Please consider donating to the Annual Black Bag Collection JULY 11-12, 2026, to continue fueling the services provided by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Last year, volunteers of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul spent 128,000 hours serving our neighbors in need across the Greater Houston area and our communities are stronger because of these amazing volunteer members. Learn more at www.svdphouston.org/blackbag. #SVDPHouston Downloadable Graphics to Share Please feel free to download any or all of these graphics to share via Flocknote, social media posts or in your parish bulletin. Questions? If you have any questions, please contact us here or call 832-538-0325 . Thank you for your active participation and partnership in this annual campaign!

Welcome Vincentians! Find the information you need here. Get Involved Don't waste time, talents or treasures. Share your gifts with the world. Invest in your community now. Join us in spiritual growth to increase our mission's impact! How to Become a Vincentian Step 1: Submit a Vincentian Application. Step 2: Complete the virtual Safe Haven training, also known as Safe Environment training through Catholic Mutual Group (CMG). Your digital certificate will be available, and the progress bar will display 100% once your background check is completed. Step 3: Connect with your Conference to begin serving. Your Conference leaders will call, text, or email you. Vincentians are active or associate members of the Society who God calls to grow in spirituality through friendships and service in the communities of Galveston Houston. Application An Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston requirement is that everyone complete the virtual Catholic Mutual Group (CMG) Virtus training (Safe Haven or Safe Environment) and authorize a background check before performing service on parish property. This must be renewed every 5 years . SAFE HAVEN We are committed to growing spiritually as friends to better serve our communities DONATE Conferences A Conference is a parish or community-based chapter of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston Houston. There are currently more than 50 active Conferences operating throughout the Galveston-Houston area. Each Conference has a leadership team: President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary, and Spiritual Advisor. More than 1.7k Vincentians are growing spiritually as friends to serve those in need. Vincentians A Vincentian is the name given to a commissioned member of the Society. Vincentians put their faith into action by responding to the needs of people regardless of race, creed, age, gender, or legal status. The vocation of a Vincentian is to follow Christ through service to those in need and bear witness to His compassionate and liberating love. Members show their commitment by visiting people in their homes and performing special works to alleviate the suffering of those in crisis.

Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is a non-profit, faith-based organization comprised of more than 1700 volunteer members of parish chapters, known as Conferences, that provide social services to people in crisis and on the journey of escaping poverty. Going to those in need since 1871 CONTINUE OUR MISSION $12.4M Direct Aid Provided 115K People Served > 1.9K Volunteer members 10 Counties Served

St.Vincent Times Take a look at the newsletters you might have missed this past year! Newsletter Archives October 2025 SVDP Newsletter October 1, 2025 SVDP Newsletter October 15, 2025 January 2026 SVDP Newsletter January 1, 2026 SVDP Newsletter January 15, 2026 April 2026 SVDP Newsletter April 1, 2026 SVDP Newsletter April 15, 2026 July 2025 SVDP Newsletter July 1, 2025 SVDP Newsletter July 15, 2025 November 2025 SVDP Newsletter November 1, 2025 SVDP Newsletter November 15, 2025 February 2026 SVDP Newsletter February 1, 2026 SVDP Newsletter February 15, 2026 May 2026 SVDP Newsletter May 1, 2026 SVDP Newsletter May 15, 2026 August 2025 SVDP Newsletter August 1, 2025 SVDP Newsletter August 15, 2025 December 2025 SVDP Newsletter December 1, 2025 SVDP Newsletter December 15, 2025 March 2026 SVDP Newsletter March 1, 2026 SVDP Newsletter March 15, 2026 June 2026 SVDP Newsletter June 1, 2026 SVDP Newsletter June 15, 2026 September 2025 SVDP Newsletter September 1, 2025 SVDP Newsletter September 15, 2025

Neighborhood food pantries throughout the Greater Houston area managed by Vincentians, members of the Society Food Pantry Network Vincentians aim to alleviate hunger across Greater Houston communities through special works programs like operating an SVdP Food Pantry in their community, especially in areas deemed a food desert. Interested in becoming a member? You can help package and distribute food to those in need. GET INVOLVED The Society of St. Vincent de Paul's Food Network serves 10 different counties throughout the Greater Houston area. The network is made up of member-operated community pantries. These neighborhood-based pantries provide families with access to nutritious food. Some of the most vulnerable populations are the elderly and children. Need Food? 211 HELP NONDISCRIMINATION STATEMENT DECLARACION DE NO DISCRIMINACION Alleviating Hunger Requires YOUR Help Ways to Give

We have 59 parish-based Society chapters called Conferences with over 1,900 combined volunteers. Be part of our mission by joinin. Case Management System Benefits: Automate and simplify the filing of Monthly Conference Reports and provide cons istency in reporting among all Conferences in the Archdiocese. Maintain records of all assistance provided to neighbors in need for tracking and simplified audits by the Council. Compile demographic and financial data to use in obtaining funds. Simplify bank account reconciliation. Simplify Food Pantry reporting. CMS 4.0 Browser Edition Supported Operating Systems (OS): Windows 8 or Higher, Mac OS, iPadOS, Android, Chrome OS It is highly suggested that you bookmark the CMS 4.0 direct link or this page for quick access What's new? CMS Release Note v4.1.011 Situation tab is only two forms instead of three. Attachment can be upload at any point in the visit flow The "Merge" button has been moved to the left to avoid accidental activation. Option to navigate and review cases before auto-closing Contact AskCMSCommittee@svdphouston.org Watch Training Videos Login CLICK HERE CMS Need user guides? Scroll down for more resources. Have a question? Send an email to AskCMSCommittee@svdphouston.org Case Management Case intake & Worker Instructions Case Intake Training slides Casew orker Training slides Treasury Converting a pledge to a check request Issuing a check USER GUIDES Food Pantry Pantry Closeout Instructions Administrative Client Merge Instructions

We have 59 parish-based Society chapters called Conferences with over 1,900 combined volunteers. Be part of our mission by joinin. Click here to view the entire CMS TRAINING PLAYLIST View Select Topics Administrator Administrator Tasks Adding Vendors to Drop-Down Menu Adding Volunteer Hours & Mileage Other Tasks Conducting Searches Managing Vendor Lists Case Management Case intake "New" Case Intake "Returning Individual" Entering Assistance for Neighbor in Need Treasurer Approving Pledges & Check Requests Closing Month & Reports Adding Credits & Debits Food Pantry Pantry Closeout training Pantry Closeout for Existing Clients Entering Casework Info Converting Pledge to Check Request

We have 59 parish-based Society chapters called Conferences with over 1,900 combined volunteers. Be part of our mission by joinin. Annual Formation Opportunities REGISTER HERE The St. Vincent Times newsletter is published on the 1st & 15th of each month to announce upcoming Formation opportunities for members of the Society. getFED F ormation E ducation and D evelopment held virtually every month for members of the Society to continually grow in spirit, knowledge, and skill as Vincentians . 2nd Tuesdays each month 12:15 pm - 1:00 pm Leadership Training In-person workshops for new and prospective officers. The perfect succession planning opportunity. Provided only during September - November Meals and materials are provided by Council. Spiritual Retreat Contemplative prayer is listening to God, which provides a means to developing a more intimate relationship with the L ord . As our love of God deepens, our love for others grows for our brothers and sisters. This is an in-person, spiritual growth and renewal experience designed for all current and prospective members. Meals and materials are provided by Council. Home Visit Training In-person workshops designed to go deeper into the purpose of person-to-person encounters. Discover the "why" and "how" to become culturally cognizant. L earn how to spiritually and physically prepare for service in your communities. Ozanam Orientation This is the foundation for ministry service. N ew Vincentians are required to complete within the 1st year of membership and m ust renew every 5 years. Provided only during January - September Meals and materials are provided by Council. junio de 2026 Hoy lun mar mié jue vie sáb dom 1 2 3 4 5 6 8:30 Ozanam Orientation 7 8 9 12:15 getFED Virtual 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 8:30 Home Visit 101 (In Person) 28 29 30 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Providing Spiritual Nourishment to Members Requires YOUR Help Ways to Give

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