St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho’s biggest annual fundraiser, SOUPort the End of Homelessness, took over the Kootenai County Fairgrounds on Thursday, October 3, with an impressive show of community spirit.
“The programs at this agency, they change people’s lives, and for some people, it saves their lives. We are the voice for the people who don’t have one,” states Donna Brundage, grants development specialist and community outreach advocate at St. Vincent de Paul North Idaho.
My name is Jillian, and I have been an editor and writer here in Coeur d’Alene since 2006, during which time I’ve had the opportunity to work for nine publications across North Idaho, into Spokane and as far as Gig Harbor, Washington. I am grateful to have the opportunity to now focus all my attention, energy and passion on my local community, finding and sharing heartfelt stories, spotlighting the incredible people, showcasing local businesses, organizations and nonprofits, and of course highlighting the many wonderful events our area has to offer.