Service. Leadership. Impact.
A Legacy of Leadership Giving in New York
The Archbishop’s Committee for Charity is a distinguished leadership group of Catholic Charities of New York, bringing together business, civic, and philanthropic leaders committed to serving our neighbors most in need.
Founded during the Great Depression as the Cardinal’s Committee for Laity, the Committee has supported the Archdiocese of New York for nearly a century by helping provide resources that can be deployed swiftly and effectively — directed to communities where the need is most urgent, and the impact is greatest.
Today, Catholic Charities remains on the front lines of service throughout the Archdiocese of New York, providing critical support in times of hardship and helping families build pathways to stability and opportunity.
The Impact of the Archbishop’s Committee
The needs of New Yorkers are immediate and complex — food insecurity, housing instability, lack of access to education, mental health challenges, and family crisis affect individuals and communities.
The Archbishop’s Committee for Charity exists to ensure Catholic Charities can respond with urgency, compassion, and strength.
Members of the Committee play a vital role in advancing this mission by supporting high-impact initiatives and emergency needs as identified by Catholic Charities leadership and the Archdiocese.
2026 Fundraising Focus: Education and Technology for Opportunity
In 2026, gifts to the Archbishop’s Committee for Charity will support expanded access to education and technology for children and young people throughout New York City. This year’s fundraising will help bridge the digital divide by equipping students with the tools, skills, and learning environments they need to succeed academically and prepare for the future.
Funds raised will directly support updated technology resources at the Joseph P. Kennedy Jr. Center in Harlem and at Alianza, a youth-focused program serving at-risk children and families, primarily in Washington Heights and the Bronx. These investments will strengthen academic engagement, support educators and mentors, and improve educational outcomes for hundreds of young people across New York.
Membership
Members of the Archbishop’s Committee for Charity make an annual leadership gift and join a community dedicated to meaningful and measurable impact.
Membership provides opportunities to:
- Engage with Catholic Charities leadership and fellow Committee members
- Learn about the work of Catholic Charities through events and program engagement
- Celebrate the mission through annual gatherings, including the Wall Street Breakfast at the NYSE, an annual Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral, a reception at the University Club of New York, and a breakfast at the Archbishop’s residence at the end of the year.
Most importantly, members help ensure Catholic Charities can continue to respond swiftly and effectively to urgent needs across New York.
Each Level of Giving Supports the Following:
Ambassador – $50,000
• A cornerstone investment in digital learning infrastructure
• Fully equipped technology lab section or multiple program sites supported
• Long-term impact through durable equipment, software, and instructional technology
Patron – $25,000
• Ten workstations (laptops, monitors, docks) at the Joseph P. Kennedy Center
• High-performance computers, large displays, and collaborative learning tools
• Expanded access for group instruction, tutoring, and career exploration
Guardian – $15,000
• Technology access for after-school and enrichment programs
• Modular furniture (desks, rolling chairs, tables)
• Instructor budget
Sponsor – $10,000
• 10–14 laptops or tablets for youth programs
• Mobile wi-fi upgrades
• Mobile charging carts or secure storage units
• Educational software and digital literacy resources
Member – $5,000
• Direct support for individual students’ academic engagement
• 5-7 student laptops or Chromebooks
• Interactive smartboard
• Two printers
Archbishop’s Committee for Charity Co-Chairs:
Marco Achón
Global Head of Corporate Banking,
Santander Corporate & Investment Banking
Daniel Dunay
Chief Operating Officer, Global Product Solutions,
BlackRock, Inc.
Christopher T. Greco
Partner
Kirkland & Ellis, LLP
Jeffrey S. Sanders
Vice Chairman & Co-Managing Partner for the CEO and Board Practice,
Heidrick & Struggles
Elizabeth Velez
President,
Velez Organization
Contact
For more information about membership, giving levels, or upcoming Committee events, please contact:
Eliza O’Neill
Eliza.O’Neill@CatholicCharitiesNY.org