Catholic Charities of New York

Dorothy Day: Catholic Social Activist, Inspirational Model, and Possible Saint

Continuing our celebration of Women’s History Month, Catholic Charities of New York highlights the life and work of Dorothy Day. Nominated for sainthood by John Cardinal O’Connor 20 years ago and lauded by Pope Francis in 2015, Dorothy Day served the poor and homeless while she promoted women’s suffrage, pacifism, and worker’s rights.

Head Start Children from Catholic Charities’ Cardinal McCloskey Spend Day with Cardinal

The school children of the Monsignor Boyle Head Start program donned festive handmade hats depicting an assortment of farm animals as they performed songs for their special visitors -- His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan and Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, Executive Director of Catholic Charities New York.

Catholic Charities of New York Ranks as NYC’s Best Affordable Housing Options for Women

Looking for temporary affordable housing in New York City? The New York Post featured 9 affordable housing options for women – and 6 of the beautifully appointed residences are operated by Catholic Charities Agencies. Today, 6 religious orders continue to run these residences and most have between 80 and 150 women as their guests.

Looking to Volunteer this Spring? Catholic Charities of New York has you Covered

When it comes to volunteering, you name it; we’ve got it here at Catholic Charities. From mentoring children to helping the elderly and from Staten Island to Sullivan County we offer dozens of ways to hone your skills and boost your resume.

Our Mission At Work

Children &
Youth

87,000 served

Food &
Shelter

151,000 served

Families &
Crises

135,000 served

Emotional &
Physical Challenges

13,000 served

Immigration &
Refugees

39,000 served

New Yorkers Served from 2016-2017

Find Help

Looking for assistance to our large network of over 90 service providers? We can help with housing, substance abuse, food, immigration and much more.

Start Here

Support Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities of New York depends on you to meet the needs of the poor and vulnerable throughout New York City and upstate New York. Help us provide and create hope.

Donate

Volunteer

Find a volunteer opportunity through Catholic Charities New York.

Volunteer

Stay Connected

Stay up-to-date on our work and issues affecting New Yorkers with Catholic Charities of New York.

JustLove™ By Monsignor Kevin Sullivan

Women in Sports and an RCIA Candidate’s Lenten Journey

On this week’s episode of Just Love, Monsignor Kevin Sullivan highlights Women’s History Month along with a Lenten journey. Pam Wheeler shares a bit about her role in the formation of the Women’s National Basketball Players Association. Vito Rinaldi III shares his experiences as an RCIA Candidate as he journeys through Lent.