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Catholic Charities joins the Church and the world in mourning the death of Pope Francis. In consistently raising up the plight of the poorest and most vulnerable, his pastoral ministry resonated with the mission and work of Catholic Charities. He challenged Catholic Charities to deepen and increase our obligation to see in...

Dear Neighbor, Jesus Christ is Risen! Every genuine Christian reflection takes in on the magnificent reality that Jesus has conquered sin and death and is risen to new life.  As glorious as this mystery is, paradoxes abound.  After the resurrection, Jesus would ascend to his heavenly home, but his disciples, then and now, do not...

At this moment, Catholic Charities reaffirms and strengthens our long tradition of standing in solidarity with immigrants who have come to make their new home in New York. Our Catholic parishes and schools, for more than a century, have welcomed those fleeing persecution, poverty, and cruelty in their native countries. Our humanitarian assistance and protection of...

This year the marking of Martin Luther King Day, coincides with the Inauguration of a recently re-elected President and is in the shadow of the funeral of a former President.  It may be worth noting that though Martin Luther King never was elected to any public...

Dear Neighbor, The advent of a new year brings mixed feelings.  We look back with sadness for the losses and missed opportunities of the past year, but also with thanks for many blessings received. Looking forward to the upcoming year also carries mixed...

Embrace the spirit of the season! Watch the video below as Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, Executive Director of Catholic Charities NY, shares a heartfelt message and extends warm wishes to you for a blessed Christmas and happy holidays. As we reflect on Monsignor Kevin Sullivan’s compelling message this Christmas season, let...

This past week we experienced the end of election campaigns whose language was too often divisive, angry and unacceptable, across a broad spectrum of issues, and whose results were discouraging and alarming to many. Shortly after the elections, about 30 of us from NY Catholic Charities agencies joined elected and appointed government officials,...

Catholic Charities is proud of our partnerships in the mission of providing help and creating hope for our vulnerable neighbors.    One year after October 7, 2023, in the midst of the Jewish high holy days, our prayers, thoughts and solidarity remain with our Jewish neighbors with whom...

Kathleen B. Cudahy’s journey with Catholic Charities of New York (CCNY) is a powerful example of how a personal connection can evolve into a lifelong commitment to philanthropy. Her relationship with Catholic Charities began in a uniquely profound way—she and her husband adopted a little girl through a Catholic Charities...