I didn’t grow up with much, but I grew up with enough to understand the quiet dignity of getting by. In my family of eight, clothing wasn’t something we could take for granted. Most of what I wore during my childhood, came from my two older brothers, hand-me-downs that had already lived a full...

Catholic Charities of New York is gearing up for our gala on June 16, 2026 at the American Museum of Natural History, where we will be honoring two humanitarian leaders with the Deus Caritas Est (“God Is Love”) Award. Dina M. DiLorenzo A strong advocate for values-based leadership, Dina M. DiLorenzo chairs...

As I reflect on my four-year journey with Catholic Charities of New York, I’m filled with profound gratitude, humility, and hope. Since joining this remarkable organization in 2022, I have witnessed firsthand how the generosity of partners like you transforms lives across our five boroughs and beyond. Together, we have ensured that...

Each year, Catholic Charities of New York reaches more than 400,000 people, serving over 1,000 neighbors every day. Among the most urgent challenges is food insecurity, as rising costs force too many families to make impossible choices. Through food pantries, pop-up distributions, and parish-based programs, Catholic Charities of New...

Every day, hundreds of people across the Empire State call Catholic Charities’ phone lines to do something that New Yorkers typically find extremely difficult: ask for help.  With passion, patience, and expertise, our Catholic Charities New Americans Hotline staff and volunteers field high-stakes questions from neighbors in dire circumstances. The callers’ precarious status makes...

During Volunteer Appreciation Week, we pause to recognize the individuals and partners who show up, day in and day out, to support our neighbors with dignity, compassion, and care. At Catholic Charities Community Services’ Day Labor Program in Yonkers and the Bronx, a...

This page serves as a central hub for updates on Catholic Charities of New York’s response to the Belmont fire in the Bronx. Please check back regularly for the latest information on relief efforts and ways to support those affected. If you would like to support Catholic...

On a weekday morning and afternoon, Fran logs onto Zoom, adjusts her screen, and waits for a familiar face to appear. There’s no formal lesson plan or rigid curriculum laid out in advance. Instead, there’s a conversation. Sometimes about opera, sometimes about a job, sometimes about something...

New York City is often called the city that never sleeps. It is alive at every hour, across every borough, with constant movement and energy. But amid that pace, many older New Yorkers are navigating life more quietly, often facing challenges that can threaten their stability. “These landlords, they’re trying...

When planning your estate, it’s natural to focus on how your assets will support your loved ones after you pass. But many also want to leave a lasting impact on the causes and values that matter most to them. Legacy gifts, also known...