A Tradition of Caring - St. Vincent's Santa Barbara

Changing Lives - Rebirth

Embodying hope, joy, tradition, and transformation, St. Vincent’s new logo represents “The Rebirth of a Timeless Vision”. Read more »
Changing Lives - Family Strengthening

“I felt lost with no idea how to get help for myself and my new baby girl..... How did this happen...?” Read more »
Changing Lives - Early Education

“It was not easy leaving my child at school as I left to go to work. I felt like I was abandoning my child somehow.” Read more »
Changing Lives - Childhood Education

“The teacher told me my little boy was not developing at a rate that would be expected for his age . . . I was scared.” Read more »
Changing Lives - Families

“I felt I was a failure when my child was taken from me because of my drug abuse and so many poor decisions.” Read more »
Changing Lives - Strengthening

“I had a boyfriend, and he said he loved me. I got pregnant. Once the baby was born, the violence started.” Read more »
Changing Lives - Education

“Every day, she looked forward to coming to school. This is what you want for your child . . .” Read more »
Changing Lives - Senior Housing

“I am 70 years old this year. I live at St. Vincent’s with my little companion dog Muffin. I am alone except for her.” Read more »
Changing Lives - Family Housing

“I have worked hard all my life and have always tried to be a good provider for my family.” Read more »

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Mission Statement
St. Vincent’s is dedicated to strengthening low-income families and seniors through programs rooted in the Social Teachings of the Catholic Church. Faithful to the charism of the Daughters of Charity of St. Vincent de Paul, we serve our sisters and brothers by providing affordable housing, early childhood education, and family enrichment opportunities.

The Rebirth of a Timeless Vision: January 5, 1858 – Today

St. Vincent’s has a long and rich tradition in Santa Barbara dating back to the pioneer days of the 1850s. Soon after California became a state, Santa Barbara had need of an English-speaking school and orphanage. Bishop Amat of Monterey (Santa Barbara) wrote to the Daughters of Charity in Emmitsburg, Maryland requesting Sisters to come to Santa Barbara for this purpose. The leadership of the Daughters of Charity responded to this need and made the commitment to send Sisters from Emmitsburg to Santa Barbara. The Sisters arrived by steamer on January 5, 1858, stepping on the beach near where Stearns Wharf is today. Within the week, they had established the first English-speaking school and orphanage in the region.

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Changing Lives - Rebirth

Changing Lives - Family Strengthening

Changing Lives - Early Education

Changing Lives - Childhood Education

Changing Lives - Families

Changing Lives - Strengthening

Changing Lives - Education

Changing Lives - Senior Housing

Changing Lives - Family Housing

News & Events

St. Vincent's 11th Annual Golf Classic - Mon., Aug. 27, 2012

Santa Barbara Honors St. Vincent's - Jan. 5, 2012

St. Vincent's 3rd Annual Fashion Show - Nov. 9, 2011