Greater Houston Disaster Alliance invests $1.3 million in partnership grants to help households most impacted by the recent derecho and severe weather
HOUSTON (June 5, 2024) – The Society of St. Vincent de Paul Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston is honored to be among the recipients of grant funding from the Greater Houston Disaster Alliance. This generous support enables the Society to provide flexible emergency financial assistance to neighbors impacted by the recent summer storms.
To view the full statement from Greater Houston Disaster Alliance, click here.
If you need immediate assistance, we encourage you to call the 2-1-1 Texas/United Way HELPLINE, the community’s key 24/7 information source during times of disaster.
Assistance through 211 can also be accessed through the following methods in the event of long wait times due to periods of heavy call volume:
Visit 211texas.org to search resources online or chat online with a specialist.
Email help@unitedwayhouston.org for assistance.
Want to help neighbors in need when disaster strikes?
Established in 1871, the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is a 501(c)3 faith-based, non-profit organization with the mission to grow spiritually through person-to-person service to all in need in our community. The Society serves 10 counties throughout the greater Houston area. Through a network of more than 50 parish-based chapters, called “Conferences” that have a combined total of 1,700 volunteers, called “Vincentians.” Vincentians respond to the needs of our neighbors through four main pillars. Our work includes Homelessness Prevention, Basic Needs, Resiliency Programs, and Disaster Relief.