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Monsignor Vincent E. Puma (1926 - 2012)

Eva's Village Founder, Msgr. Vincent E. Puma
Eva's Village Founder, Reverend Monsignor Vincent E. Puma, served as a community leader and public servant dedicated to bringing dignity to the hungry, homeless, and addicted in Paterson and North Jersey. In 1982, Msgr. Puma founded Eva's Kitchen, followed by sheltering, substance use treatment, and medical programs that fulfilled his vision to create an entire village dedicated to helping people find their way out of poverty. ​
Distinctions
1961 - 1965: Director of Cuban Relief Program
1964-1971:  Director of the Spanish 
Apostolate for the Diocese of Paterson
1970: Paterson Humanitarian Award
1980: Prelate of Honor in 1980 (Right Reverend Monsignor).
1987: Jefferson Award for Outstanding Public Service
1992: Man of the Year from St. Joseph's Hospital, Paterson 
1993: Named 
Papal Chamberlain (Monsignor)
1995: Pioneer for the Hispanic Ministry Award from the Hispanic Community of the Diocese of Paterson
1995: Community Service Award from The Record.

Education: 
Seton Hall Preparatory School, South Orange, NJ
St. Charles College, Catonsville, MD (Undergraduate)
St. Mary's Seminary and Immaculate Conception Seminary, Baltimore, MD
Drew University, Madison, NJ (Ed.S., licensed therapist)


In 2009, Eva's Village bestowed a lifetime Achievement Award to Msgr. Puma. In 2012, Msgr. Puma was able to enjoy the 30th anniversary of Eva's Village, where his many friends were able to honor and thank him once more. His vision still guides all of us at Eva's Village.
Eva's Village 
393 Main Street
Paterson, NJ 07501
Phone: 973-523-6220
​ Fax: 973-825-7297
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Our History
    • Our Founder >
      • Success Stories >
        • JOY
        • CHRISTINE & ELI
        • DYLAN
        • WENDY
        • MARIE
        • JOSEPH
    • Our Campus
    • Programs & Services
    • Key Staff
    • Board of Directors
    • Charity Navigator
    • Financials & Outcomes
    • Privacy Notice
    • Videos
  • I Need Help
    • Treatment & Recovery >
      • Recovery Community Center
      • Outpatient Substance Use Disorder Program
      • Halfway Houses for Men & Women
      • Hope Residence for Women with Children
      • OORP - Opioid Overdose Recovery Program
      • Outpatient Mental Health Program
      • Medical Clinic
    • Food & Housing >
      • Eva's Community Kitchen
      • Shelters
      • Affordable Housing
    • Education & Job Training >
      • Culinary School
      • Workforce Development
      • Childcare & Education
  • VOLUNTEER
  • Events
    • Casino Night
    • Fashion Show
    • Golf Outing
    • Eva's Connects: Networking Event
    • The Tasting
    • Annual Gala
    • 40th Anniversary Celebration
  • DONATE
  • WAYS TO HELP
  • Contact Us
  • Página de idioma español
  • In the News
  • Newsletter
  • Careers
  • Blog
  • Giants Visit Eva's