... little history on the organization dating back to 1950. "The foundation for St. Vincent de Paul Village was laid in April 1950. " In 1952, "To help pay parish expenses, St. Mary of the Wayside Chapel added a used goods store to its facility. " "By 1957 St. Mary's thrift store began to show ... a difference in the lives of neighbors in need. " 1984 - "First Annual San Diego International Triathlon benefiting St. Vincent de Paul Center begins at Spanish Landing directed by Rick Kozlowski. The event has continued every year since, raising over a million dollars for the Village. 1986 - "Fat...

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