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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,...

This Veterans Day, Catholic Charities NY proudly joins the nation in honoring the courage, commitment, and sacrifices of our military veterans. Today, we spotlight the inspiring journey of Walter R. Hayden, a U.S. Army veteran whose transition from military service to selfless volunteer work exemplifies the resilience and dedication we celebrate on this special...

All Souls Day, observed on November 2, is part of a three-day tradition that begins with Halloween and culminates in All Saints Day. While Halloween is often celebrated with costumes and candy, it is rooted in the deeper meaning of “All Hallows’ Eve,” the night before we honor saints who have lived lives of faith and virtue....

As the TCS New York City Marathon approaches, volunteers who are representing Catholic Charities New York are gearing up to run, and Elizabeth Giuffra is one of them. For her, this marathon represents a deeply personal journey that intertwines her passion for running with her commitment...

Destiny, a single mother supporting her 9-year-old son, visited a Catholic Charities of New York pop-up food pantry held at St. Philip Neri Church, in the Bedford Park neighborhood of the Bronx. With her single income, she is not able to fully support her family and provide for...

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, along with the Mayor’s Office of Immigrant Affairs (MOIA), the Brooklyn District Attorney’s Office, and media partners such as Univision and El Diario, recently launched an in-person phone bank to protect immigrant communities from the growing threat of fraud. This first in-person phone...

At Catholic Charities of New York, we are gearing up for our annual Thanksgiving Fund Drive! As you begin preparations to celebrate this holiday of thankfulness and plenty with your loved ones, I ask you to remember the families and individuals in New York City who continue to find it difficult to make ends meet. Rising prices...

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with Catholic Charities NY as we honor the diverse contributions of the Hispanic community. Explore initiatives that uplift voices, address food insecurity, and support immigration, highlighting the strength and resilience of Hispanic culture.

In a powerful demonstration of resilience and determination, a delegation of 70 Ukrainian mayors and business leaders recently visited the United States, seeking partnerships and support for their communities affected by war. This historic gathering, hosted by Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York, during the high-profile United Nations...

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 we...