Transportation Services

Vinnie’s Autos

A car can make a difference a tremendous difference in someone’s life. We work with automotive centers to repair and recondition cars in order to provide reliable transportation to people who need vehicles to secure employment, take care of their family, or improve their employment opportunities. We accept virtually all cars, regardless of condition. A qualified client is referred by a Conference and must have both need and ability to maintain a car. This program is available in all eight Saint Louis Council Districts. If you wish to receive a car, please call the general help line at 314-531-7837. If you wish to donate a car, please call the program coordinator, Greg Marino, at 314-881-6005.

Vinnie’s Repairs

Vinnie’s Repairs is a partnership between the Society of St. Vincent de Paul in St. Louis with CarQuest and some area automotive centers. Through a voucher system clients can receive auto repairs at greatly reduced cost. The Conferences dispense the vouchers to clients who can present them at participating auto repair centers. This program is available in all 8 St. Louis Council Districts. For more information call Steve Rupp at 314-881-6018