St. Vincent De Paul of the Valley marks 4 decades of helping less fortunate

SHELTON - Staff, volunteers, board members, and supporters of St. Vincent De Paul of the Valley in Derby Sunday celebrated the organization's 40th anniversary of helping those grappling with food insecurity.

The nonprofit held a luncheon to mark the occasion at Caloroso Eatery and Bar. 

St. Vincent De Paul of the Valley Thrift Shoppe and Food Bank is located at 237 Roosevelt Drive, Derby. Proceeds from the shop support the food bank.

In 2021, the organization distributed more than 185,948 pounds of food and more than $52,850 gift cards to the neediest among us. 

I'd like to publicly thank SVDP Executive Director Remy Kocurek for inviting me to join in the celebration. I applaud her and her crew for their tireless dedication to helping the community.

Note: The city of Derby is seeking donations of hamburger, chicken, and tuna helper for the food bank this month. See previous blog post here.