Since being established in Des Moines in 1924, the main focus of St. Vincent de Paul’s (SVdP) work is to assist those living in poverty in becoming self-sufficient by helping to remove roadblocks as we walk with them on their journey out of poverty. The Des Moines Council operates two thrift stores, two social services departments, an education center, and a child watch center.
Since being established in Des Moines in 1924, the main focus of St. Vincent de Paul’s (SVdP) work is to assist those living in poverty in becoming self-sufficient by helping to remove roadblocks as we walk with them on their journey out of poverty. The Des Moines Council operates two thrift stores, two social services departments, an education center, and a child watch center.
Services:
Eligibility:
St. Vincent de Paul’s accepts refrigerators, in good working condition, but not other major appliances. Donations of furniture, clothing, household, and other miscellaneous items can be made at any of their three locations between the hours of 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday through Saturday.
Pick up of donations are done by zip codes on the following days:
No pickups are made on Saturdays or holidays.
Items unable that cannot be accepted: computers, printers, entertainment centers, exercise equipment, medical equipment, televisions that are older than five years old, pianos, organs, water beds, metal desks, car seats, strollers, baby furniture, furniture that is torn, stained or in need of repair, and home improvement item.
Intake Process:
Walk-ins welcome to the retail store. Call to schedule appointment for office visit.
Hours:
Store Hours: Monday – Saturday: 9:00 am – 6:00 pm | Sunday: 12:00pm – 5:00pm
Donations Hours: Monday – Saturday: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm
Mailing Address:
801 73rd Street
Windsor Heights, IA 50324
Handicap Accessible: Yes
Appointment Needed: No
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