Society of St. Vincent De Paul USA

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“Step Forward”
Assistance

Our Mission

Step Forward focuses on students of families less fortunate, who desire the educational tools necessary to move upward, to improve their career opportunities and ensure a sustained change in the quality of life.

Step Forward

Our Purpose

Help with Education Expenses

Eligibility Criteria

  • Must have financial need
  • Can attend ANY accredited school: college, university, technical or vocational school
  • Can pursue ANY major
Step Forward selection process

Selection Process

  • Application Form and transcript records received from candidate
  • Initial Screening to gather background information and make fair assessment
  • Interview conducted by three Committee Team members
Help with Education Expenses

Financial Needs Analysis

  • Gather student aid reports and family income
  • Funding is assigned to students who demonstrate need and meet the criteria
  • Final approval authorized by SVDP Board Officers
Help with Education Expenses

Ongoing Support

  • Provide support and resources throughout the year
  • Monitor each student’s progress
  • Work with students who may be falling behind
90% graduation rate
national rate<br />

Based on a 6-year graduation rate reported by National Student Clearing house

“Step Forward” Assistance Program Participation:

Participants in the program must want to take a step to make a difference in their lives and will be accountable for their success. Participants will need to identify the help they require along with the actions they will perform to achieve their desired outcome.

Our Service Area

The Saint Vincent de Paul Conference at Our Lady of Light Catholic Community provides assistance for people residing in our geographical boundaries:

  • Alico Road South to Coconut Road
  • Estero and San Carlos Park (Excluding Fort Myers Beach)
  • Support can be provided to members of Our Lady of Light parish living outside the geographical boundaries of the parish.

If you reside in Lee or Collier county, but outside of this area,
we may be able to provide a referral to a partner agency. 

From our students

My school let us have a 25-word appreciation speech said when our names were called and besides family, Step Forward was also mentioned as a huge part of my success. 

                           SF Graduate – Nursing

I am loving Tallahassee State College. I am also grateful for your support. The generous gift the committee team provided for me is much appreciated.

          SF Student Active – Business Mgt

Get In Touch


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(239) 690-6685

Mailing Address

19680 Cypress View Drive
Fort Myers, Florida 33967