Why second-hand upcycling can be even better than new
Ireland’s largest second-hand furniture store is reaping the benefits of a growing trend
Almost one in five people struggling financially since start of pandemic – SVP
Report highlights problems facing households as a result of the spike in cost of living
More families may turn to illegal lenders this Christmas, SVP warns
Charity says it expects calls for help this year to be ‘at their highest level’ in its history
A time for thanks: US multinationals see the value in giving something back
Throughout the pandemic, firms reached out to the communities they operate in, seeking ways to help
Navigating safe passage for staff on their return to work
There’s no one-size-fits-all in the return to office working but everyone can be a winner nonetheless
Criticism of failure to tackle childhood smoking or obesity in Budget
Qualified welcome for a number of other measures from charity sector
Rise in calls to SVP from parents struggling with back-to-school costs
Help sought for school costs such as parental contributions and digital equipment
Charity warns end of utility moratorium could see ‘bill shock’ for many households
St Vincent de Paul calls on people in arrears to engage with their energy suppliers
A quarter cutting back on food, utilites due to financial strain of pandemic, says SVP
People already on low incomes have been worst affected, survey finds
Acts of charity: how you can help people this Christmas
Debra Ireland, Barnardos Gifts for Good, Focus Ireland and the SVP need your aid
SVP to raise €650k from sale of donated Ranelagh house
Property retains original features including cast iron fireplaces, interconnecting reception rooms and high ceilings
One of the ‘most difficult’ Christmases in years in store for many families – SVP
Charity said expected requests for help to exceed numbers in any year in recent past
Rose McGowan, president SVP: ‘The only criteria for help is need’
Charity boss says needs are growing but pandemic has made society more empathetic
Albert Gubay foundation gives €500,000 to Irish Catholic charities
Fund recipient St Vincent de Paul Society appoints Rose McGowan as president
‘I applied for the pre-law course in Kerry College’
How I did it: Gerry O’Shea completed a PLC in pre-university law at Kerry College
Impact of poverty ‘costs Ireland €4.5bn annually’, report suggests
Hidden Cost of Poverty report by Society of St Vincent de Paul flags ways to tackle malaise
Coronavirus: SVP launches urgent fundraising appeal
Calls to the charity for first quarter of 2020 were at their highest level for over a decade
Lockdown ‘doortraits’: Dublin families step out for charity shots
Photographers are using the lockdown to document the lives of people living within 2km
Ban on telephone and internet disconnections needed during pandemic, says SVP
Phone and internet providers should follow lead of energy suppliers, says charity
SVP urges election candidates to commit to eliminating poverty
Charity wants would-be TDs to engage with the marginalised and take stand against racism
Poverty in Ireland: Over 140,000 children in cold, damp homes
Families in the cold as they have 'nothing at end of week to top up their pre-pay meter’
The gift of charity: from animal care to clean water
From feeding a dog to buying a goat, why not make a charity donation on behalf of a loved one this festive season?
St Vincent de Paul plaque unveiled for 175th anniversary in Ireland
Founding meeting took place on December 16th 1844 on Charles Street West, Smithfield
Rent hikes leaving many families in poverty, says St Vincent de Paul
Broadcaster Ryan Tubridy criticises ‘terrible sense of indecency’ at ‘certain circles’ in State
Mandatory purchase of iPads for school ‘forcing’ parents into debt
No financial support towards €800 cost of devices, Oireachtas committee hears
Thrill of the ‘treasure hunt’ pushing consumers towards second hand shops
Paco Underhill says ‘economics of 19th century retailing isn’t working’ with shift from disposable clothes
Higgins lauds St Vincent de Paul’s ‘exceptional’ work on 175th anniversary
President highlights importance of society’s home visits at Dublin ceremony
Google criticises lack of clarity in EU copyright directive
Web Log: Company argues that “text needs to be clearer to reduce legal uncertainty”
Poverty rate among working lone parents doubled in five years
Report finds high housing and childcare costs partly responsible for decline in living standards
The Jailbreak Journey: Haggling, Generosity and Humanity
Amy Worrall and Fátimah Alaya took part in Jailbreak 2019, a national competition where students fundraise for Amnesty International and St. Vincent de Paul.
Transition year: Why other countries are copying the Irish ‘doss' year
Educators around the world increasingly see its value in reducing stress and anxiety
One in five children live below poverty line, CSO figures show
Income and living survey shows overall decline in rates of poverty and deprivation
Storm Deirdre: Flooding and power outages around country
Girl (9) hospitalised in Cork city after being struck by falling branch
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