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J. Antonio Fernández is the first non-clergy member to lead Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, a century-old network of social service agencies and an affordable housing provider. The greatest need he sees among those they serve? “Housing and food insecurity, no questions asked.” For Catholic...

On December 19, residents of Betances Houses and Grand Street Guild gathered for warm and festive Christmas celebrations hosted in partnership with Catholic Charities of New York. For families facing financial pressures — especially during the holidays — these events offered not only gifts, but also community, music, and a sense...

Dear Neighbors, On this holy day, we remember the manger where it all began. In a humble stable, far from home, Mary and Joseph cradled a child who came into a world of uncertainty, poverty, and fear. Yet, that same child is the very source of our hope,...

For more than a century, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York has stood as a beacon of hope for our neighbors in need — serving Catholics and non-Catholics alike with dignity and respect. In every corner of our city and state, we see both the struggles and the strength of those...

The Holy Father names The Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks as the eleventh Archbishop of New York, accepts resignation of His Eminence Archbishop Cardinal Timothy Michael Dolan. With hearts full of gratitude and hope, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York joyfully congratulates The Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks on his...

As Charina Santos’s son, Jace, approached his first birthday, he was making eye contact, waving and starting to feed himself — the usual developmental milestones that pediatricians track. Then, within a couple of months, he stopped. “I would try to get him to engage, but it just wasn’t there,” Ms. Santos said. Soon...

2025 Christmas Hope Year-End Campaign: Double Your Impact and Answer a Family’s Prayers As the year comes to a close, Catholic Charities of New York is launching its 2025 Christmas Hope Year-End Match with an urgent appeal to support families across New York who continue to struggle to meet basic needs this holiday season. With rising...

Each year, Catholic Charities of New York’s Cardinal’s Christmas Luncheon marks the official kickoff of the Christmas season in New York — a cherished tradition that ushers in a spirit of generosity, community, and hope across the city. This year was no exception. Guests filled the New York Hilton Midtown...

Attend Mass This Weekend or Support Online This weekend, November 22–23, 2025, Catholic Charities of New York invites you to join us in the Campaign for Help and Hope, an annual tradition that brings our community together to serve our neighbors in need. During all Masses across the Archdiocese of...

The New York Times Communities Fund has selected Catholic Charities of New York as a beneficiary for the 114th year. Since 1911, The New York Times Communities Fund has encouraged readers to support remarkable mission-driven organizations through this annual holiday season giving campaign. To...