On Tribute and Memorial Gifts to Catholic Charities of New York

“Charitable” is one of the most beautiful words we can use to describe a person. As St. Paul wrote, “And now these three remain: faith, hope, and charity. But the greatest of these is charity.” Charity, in its truest form, is love expressed through action, an unselfish desire to comfort, uplift, and serve others.

That’s why a memorial or tribute gift to Catholic Charities of New York is such a powerful way to honor someone special. When you make a gift in memory or in honor of a loved one, you’re not only preserving their name and legacy, you’re transforming it into a source of light and compassion for New Yorkers in need.

A Tribute that Endures

Whether your loved one was known for their generosity, kindness, quiet strength, or unshakable faith, a charitable gift in their name reflects those virtues and allows them to continue touching lives long after they’re gone.  It’s a meaningful way to say: “This person mattered. Their love made a difference. And their memory will go on doing good.”

Memorial and tribute gifts help Catholic Charities of New York provide critical support for thousands of vulnerable individuals and families, offering food, shelter, legal aid, mental health services, job training, and more. Every gift becomes part of a living legacy of mercy and justice, rooted in our Catholic faith.

How to Make a Tribute or Memorial Gift

You can make a tribute gift at CatholicCharitiesNY.org/TributeGift. Simply select whether your gift is In Memory of someone who has passed, or In Honor of someone still living. You’ll have the option to:

• Include the name of the person you’re honoring
• Send a notification of the gift to a loved one or family member
• Add a personalized message to reflect your thoughts and prayers
• Choose to give anonymously, if preferred

This notification can be a beautiful gesture of remembrance and comfort to a grieving family, or a heartfelt acknowledgment of someone’s influence in your life.

A Legacy of Love

At Catholic Charities of New York, we believe that every act of charity, no matter how big or small, is a sacred echo of God’s love in the world. When you make a memorial gift, you’re turning remembrance into action. When you honor someone through a donation, you’re lifting up their spirit by helping others stand a little taller.

To learn more about tribute and memorial giving, or to explore other forms of planned giving, please visit: CatholicCharitiesNY.org/TributeGift.

Let your tribute be a testament.  Let your memory be a mission. Let your love live on through service to others.