Who We Are
St. Vincent Haven is a 50-bed emergency, program-based shelter for men 18 and older who are homeless. Services are geared to teach our residents life-skills as a foundation to future stability. Residents receive safe shelter, support, and advocacy. Assistance is provided to residents to help them find employment, improve educational skills, address mental health, physical health or substance abuse issues, and permanent housing.
How Hope Grows
Hope grows when a man who has experienced homelessness is welcomed by name, surrounded by people who believe in him, and given the opportunity to build a different future. Each year, St. Vincent Haven serves 250 men, providing a safe place to begin again and the support to move forward. 25% of Haven graduates leave with a home, money in savings, regular income, and connections to critical resources for lasting stability—three times the national average. Your gift to the Circle of Hope Annual Giving Campaign helps make that transformation possible for men at the Haven today and in the years ahead. Please make a gift today and help us grow hope—one man, one life, one future at a time.
DONATE NOWHow Hope Grows
Hope grows when a man who has known homelessness is welcomed by name, surrounded by people who believe in him, and given the opportunity to build a different future. At St. Vincent Haven, faith, hope, love, and community come together every day to help men take the next step toward stable housing and a brighter future. Erik Norris is one example of how hope can grow when someone has a safe place to begin again and a community willing to walk alongside. Watch Erik's Story.
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Welcome to St. Vincent Haven!
In this inspiring video, we take you behind the scenes to witness the incredible work being done to support our community’s most vulnerable members. Join us as we share heartwarming stories of resilience, hope, and transformation from those whose lives have been changed through the care and support provided at St. Vincent Haven. From our dedicated volunteers to our compassionate staff, every moment captured here reflects the power of love and teamwork. We celebrate the daily miracles that unfold within our walls, reminding us all that none of this is possible without our Lord. His grace guides our mission and inspires us to serve with unwavering faith. Together, let’s continue to spread kindness and uplift those in need. Thank you for being part of our journey!
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BECOME A VOLUNTEERWHO WE SERVE
St. Vincent Haven works to serve the male homeless population over the age of 18. It is clear to us that our residents’ true poverty is not merely a poverty of goods. This poverty stems more from a lack of recognition for their intrinsic self-worth, their personal human dignity. They most frequently come carrying a lifetime of degradation, trauma, and a lack of education. This has led to impediments resulting in addictions, relationship failures, and often mental and behavioral health barriers. We believe the homeless male population is a very important demographic to serve—healthier men mean healthier families, and healthier families mean healthier communities. Our goal is comprehensive stabilization so that when a man leaves he does not have to return.
“I wish to express my gratitude for your efforts providing a shelter for me, along with all the associated blessings that came with my stay. At a time that I needed stability very much, it was provided for me via your effort, dedication, and care. Quite possibly, that availability saved my life…and assuredly ‘jump started’ my recovery from life’s trials. Again, thank you and may God bless you!”
— Former Resident
OUR IMPACT
15,300+ Shelter Nights Provided
249 Men Served; 17% Senior Citizens, 7% Veterans
41,600 Meals Served
80% of our Residents report mental health and/or addiction challenges
For questions about giving, or to take a tour of the Haven, please email Cathy Stofac, Development Director: cstofac@svdphaven.org or phone: 937-631-4821
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