Our Mission, Our Vision
Serving Lane County with compassion and dedication for over 70 years.
St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County is a nondenominational, nonprofit, charitable human-services organization that has been serving the community since 1953. Incorporated in 1955, SVdP is Lane County’s largest nonprofit human services organization, serving over 35,000 individuals and families annually through a wide range of programs and services.
Our Mission
At St. Vincent de Paul of Lane County, we assist the poor and those in need of consolation, seeking out and utilizing every resource while respecting the sanctity and dignity of all.
Our Vision
To be a leader in building social safety nets through innovative solutions, entrepreneurial approaches, environmental stewardship, and self-sustainability.
Core Values: RISE
Resourcefulness — Finding creative solutions with available resources.
Innovation — Pioneering new approaches to old problems.
Service — Putting the needs of others first with compassion and respect.
Empowerment — Helping people build the skills and confidence to achieve self-sufficiency.
Accreditations
SVdP is proud to hold the Charity Navigator “Give With Confidence” designation and the GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency, the highest level of recognition for nonprofit organizations. 92% of every dollar goes directly to our programs and your neighbors in need.
New Projects
Building a stronger community through innovation and expansion.
HOPE Community Corporation
A new initiative developing innovative housing solutions and community support systems for Lane County’s most vulnerable populations.
New Affordable Housing
Expanding our portfolio of 1,600+ units with new affordable housing developments to meet the growing need across Lane, Marion, and Multnomah counties.
New St. Vinnie’s Stores
Opening new retail locations to generate additional revenue for social services while providing more low-cost shopping options for the community.
Board of Directors 2026
Guiding our organization with experience and integrity.
Officers
Justin Schmick — Chair | Commercial Real Estate Broker, Windermere Real Estate
Wendi Frisbie — Vice-Chair | Chief Administrative Officer, Lane Transit District
Ruben Garcia — Secretary | Former owner, Environment Control (Retired)
Trudie Atkinson — Vice-Secretary | Retired Licensed Mental Health Counselor
Eddie Roberts — Treasurer | Director of Financial Services, University of Oregon
Board Members
Paul Atkinson | Co-owner, Laughing Stock Farm, Organic Farmer
Laurence Hamblen | Retired CEO, Eugene Hearing & Speech Center; Retired CEO, Lane County Legal Aid
Barbara Pope | Retired Professor, University of Oregon; Writer
James (Jim) Gilroy | Vice President, Banner Bank
Felicia Mondragon | Real Estate Broker, Keller Williams Realty; Emerald Executive Association President
Zepha Wright | 18-year SVdP housing resident; Education in Community/Regional Planning
Marina Medina-Garcia | Auditor
Connie Sullivan | Retired Public Health Supervisor; Public Health Reserve Corps Volunteer
Hunter Nelms | Deputy Director, Sponsors, Inc.
Key Staff
Dedicated professionals making a difference every day.
With about 650 employees, SVdP is powered by dedicated professionals across every department.
Bethany Cartledge
Executive Director
Terry McDonald
Emeritus Director
Glenn DePrater
Chief Financial Officer
Jack Boisen
Director of Services
Bill Barnard
Director of Operations
Blaze Kenyon
Homeless & Shelter Services Director
Alicia Clarkson
Supportive Housing Programs Director
Kinser Fleming
Property Management Director
Kristen Karle
Real Estate Development Director
Shannon Rockwell
Director of Stores Operations
Leisha Wallace
Personnel Director
Michelle Rouleau, PHR
Human Resources Director
Joe Harris
Maintenance Director
Darrel Kau
Community Engagement Director
Morena Gomez
DR3 Operations Manager
Joel Gorthy
Communications Manager
Foster Martinez
Philanthropy Director
Financials & Transparency
Open, honest, and accountable to our community.
Committed to Transparency
St. Vincent de Paul of Lane County is committed to the highest standards of financial transparency and accountability. 92% of every dollar donated goes directly to our programs and your neighbors in need.
We hold the Charity Navigator “Give With Confidence” designation and the GuideStar Platinum Seal of Transparency. Our Impact Reports and Audit Reports are available for public review covering 2015 through 2024.
Contact: 2890 Chad Drive, Eugene OR 97408 | PO Box 24608, Eugene OR 97402 | 541-687-5820
Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about our organization.
Stores are open seven days a week. Springfield and Eugene locations are open 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. except for our Chad Drive location. Out-of-town stores open 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.
We offer color-tag sales — 50% off, 25% off, or regular price depending on tag color. Periodically throughout the year, customers will also find all clothing and books 50% off during our popular storewide half-price sales. Donors receive 20% off one regularly priced item.
Your business allows us to provide essential services to those in need. Our homeless shelters, Youth House, winter warming shelters, affordable housing units, food room, veteran programs and many other services depend on shoppers such as yourself.
Entry requirements vary among programs. The best thing to do is call the program you’re interested in and describe your situation. You can contact our Lindholm Service Center at 541-689-6747.
Individual adults should contact our Lindholm Service Center (call 541-689-6747 or visit 456 Hwy. 99N in Eugene). Families should contact the First Place Family Center (541-342-7728, 4060 W. Amazon Dr. in Eugene).
Applications are available via direct download from our Housing page, at our office at 2890 Chad Drive in Eugene, or by calling 541-743-7164.
Donate in person at any St. Vincent de Paul retail store, the Lindholm Service Center, or the main office at 2890 Chad Drive in Eugene. You can donate online here, or mail a check to SVdP, P.O. Box 24608, Eugene, OR 97402.
Contact Foster Martinez via email at [email protected], or call 541-335-1950.
We accept gently used clothing and accessories, books, household items, furniture, appliances, tools, and pet accessories at drive-through centers at our stores. Our vehicle donation program accepts cars, trucks and more — call 541-607-4541.
St. Vinnie’s offers pickup of major household appliances only, subject to approval by our driver. Eugene-Springfield: 541-345-0595. Florence: 541-997-8460.
Applications for store, warehouse, book department and driving positions are accepted any time. Submit your application to [email protected]. For more opportunities, visit our Employment page.
SVdP of Lane County is an independent 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that determines which programs and services to offer based on the needs of its community, with oversight from a board of directors. Board composition includes people with lived experience of homelessness and poverty.
Saint Vincent de Paul (April 24, 1581 – Sept. 27, 1660) was a Catholic priest dedicated to serving the poor. He was canonized in 1737 and founded the Congregation of the Mission (1625) and the Daughters of Charity (1633). Our organization honors his legacy of service while operating as a nondenominational nonprofit.
We appreciate feedback from our community! Any concerns, please email: [email protected].