At St. Vincent de Paul – Cincinnati, we believe the most meaningful partnerships go beyond a logo on a banner. Our Partnerships with Purpose initiative invites businesses, nonprofits, and other organizations to lock arms with us to serve neighbors in need, while strengthening workplace culture and building a more connected, compassionate community.
Whether you’re a long-standing supporter or exploring your first collaboration, we offer flexible, mission-driven ways for your company to live its values, lead by example, and put purpose into action.
How leading with values strengthens your team and drives success
Originally published in the Cincinnati Business Courier, this article from Brad McMonigle shows how values-driven partnerships can boost retention, strengthen teams, and grow your bottom line — all while making a lasting impact in the community.
READ ARTICLE > “The Business Case for Doing Good”
Ways to Partner with Purpose
More than just your logo next to ours, partnering with St. Vincent de Paul is an opportunity for your team to grow together while making a difference.
Volunteer Together
Team-build with purpose through service in our food pantry, warehouse, thrift stores, or community outreach programs. Join us monthly, quarterly, or for special events.
Learn more about volunteer opportunities.
Host a Drive
Organize collection drives for food, clothing, holiday toys, personal care items, or coats and help meet urgent needs in our community.
Sponsor Multiple Events
Showcase your brand as a community-focused leader and provide your team with meaningful engagement opportunities by supporting one or more of our signature events.
SVDP is excited to offer a 5% discount when you commit to sponsoring 3 events and/or drives or a 10% discount when you commit to sponsoring 5 or more events and/or drives.
Click on the links below to view the sponsorship guide and learn more about each event or drive.
Service Learning and Immersive Experiences
Through our Ozanam Service Learning Center, your team can participate in hands-on, eye-opening simulations that explore the realities of poverty in our community. These immersive experiences challenge participants to walk a mile in their neighbor’s shoes, deepening empathy, shifting perspectives, and sparking meaningful conversations that carry back into the workplace.
Employee Giving
Foster a culture of generosity with payroll-deducted donations, annual giving campaigns, or employer match programs.
Corporate Fundraising
Engage clients and customers through round-up campaigns, donation matching, or sharing our mission through your brand platforms.
Become a Grantmaker
Fund vital services like homelessness prevention, food pantries, or our Charitable Pharmacy through direct grants
Customize a Partnership That Fits Your Values
Looking for something outside the box? We welcome creative collaborations. From auction items and bulk food donations to in-kind advertising and co-branded marketing campaigns, we’ll work with you to build a partnership that aligns with your mission and strengths. Got an idea? Let’s talk.
Corporate Partner Benefits
Companies who engage with us in three or more of the above avenues receive:
- Recognition on our website, with reciprocal link and logo placement
- Highlights on social media (17,000+ followers) and recognition in our Annual Report (print and digital), reaching more than 30,000 supporters
- Elevated community perception via joint marketing and media exposure opportunities, including press releases, event promotions, and video features
- Opportunity to put your company’s values into practice through hands-on service, and meaningful initiatives
- A stronger, more unified team culture rooted in purpose and local impact
Protective: A Model of Purposeful Partnership
Watch how one of our most dedicated partners is redefining what corporate citizenship can look like through sponsorship, volunteerism, giving, and service.
Let’s Build Something Meaningful Together
Whether you’re a small business or a Fortune 500 company, there’s a way for you to get involved. Let’s create a partnership that supports your goals and makes a lasting difference in our community.
Start the Conversation Contact Kaytlynd Lainhart, Chief Philanthropy, Partnership, & Marketing Officer, at 513-345-4918 or klainhart@svdpcincinnati.org.