Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York is humbled to have been recognized twice in one week at Hispanic Heritage Month events celebrating leadership and service in Latino and Hispanic communities. On October 8, 2026, Governor Kathy Hochul hosted the Statewide Hispanic Heritage Breakfast at the...
Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the cultures, traditions, histories, and experiences that shape our communities. At Catholic Charities of New York, it is also a time to recognize the people, programs, and agencies that support individuals and families across the Archdiocese. For...
For Gorgonio, the days begin early. He wakes at 5 a.m. to head to his job at a Manhattan restaurant, where he works in the kitchen preparing ingredients and takes on delivery work when he can. But his hours and number of workdays can vary, making...
On September 28, Catholic Charities of New York hosted a reception at its downtown Manhattan office honoring Annie Elisa Minguez, formerly the Vice President of Government and Community Relations at Good Shepherd Services, for her recent appointment as...
The start of a new school year always feels like a fresh beginning. As a parent of three teenagers, I know the familiar rhythm: new schedules, new teachers, new backpacks, and a little more independence. This year, all three of my children started high school,...
Long before podcasts, livestreams and social media gave religious leaders a way to reach millions, one Catholic bishop became one of the most recognizable voices in America. Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen brought the Catholic faith into homes across the country through radio and television, eventually...
Hunger Action Month: The High Cost of Putting Food on the Table Amid New York’s Affordability Crisis
For families across New York, putting food on the table has become increasingly expensive. As the cost of rent, groceries, utilities, transportation, and other necessities continues to rise, the pressure on household budgets is growing. Consumer prices rose 4.2% over the past...
On September 10, 2026, one day before the 25th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks, Catholic Charities of New York staff attended a special Memorial Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral led by Archbishop Ronald Hicks. The Mass featured a bagpipe procession by the FDNY Emerald Society Pipes and Drums...
The Catholic Charities of New York community center in Yonkers, New York, is known locally as an indispensable resource for neighbors in need. In recent weeks, it has also become a source of hope and joy for families with young children starting the school year. In Yonkers, 13.5% of residents live...
The corner of Avenue A and East 2nd St. in Manhattan’s Lower East Side has grown increasingly busy over the past few months. There, Catholic Charities of New York’s Cardinal Spellman Center, established in 1963, has recently launched several new initiatives — including food distributions, early childcare resources, and...
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