SVP Flashcards
1
Q
Who founded SVP
A
Frederick Ozanam
2
Q
When was SVP founded
A
1833
3
Q
What was Frederick influenced by ?
A
Frederick was influenced by the gospel message of Jesus and the life of St Vincent de Paul.
4
Q
What did Frederick form and with who ?
A
With a group of people Frederick decided to form SVP.
5
Q
What is SVP today ?
A
Today SVP is an International organisation in over 140 countries with 700,000 members and 1.5 million volunteers.
6
Q
What is the aim of SVP ?
A
To help people in need / poverty
7
Q
What are some examples of what SVP do ?
A
Hospital visits, meals on wheels, homework club, breakfast club,
