<p>St. Vincent de Paul Thrift Stores throughout the United States are an association of lay employees and volunteers dedicated to serving our needy sisters and brothers. All who come to our stores are welcomed with dignity and respect. We hope they leave as friends to shop with us again. Those who cannot afford the clothing, furniture and other household items they need will be provided for on an as needed basis.</p><p>Our customers, employees and volunteers are treated equally without regard to race, color, creed, age, sex or national origin. All people including the disadvantaged, handicapped and other special needs persons can volunteer so that we may all benefit from the talents and abilities of everyone seeking to serve.</p><p>Serving Christ’s needs is the first purpose of all St. Vincent de Paul stores. Our thrift store is the primary conduit of client aid in our community. To continue in this ministry, we will use sound business practices. Surplus funds will be used to provide for the needy and other charitable causes approved by our Conference.</p>