Each summer, the Alianza Division of Catholic Charities of New York partners with New York City’s Department of Youth and Community Development for the Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP), providing seasonal paid internships, professional development, and educational opportunities to young people ages 14–24. On October 22, the Alianza Dominicana Cultural Center in...

On Sunday, September 20, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York had the honor of marching in the 57th Annual African American Day Parade in Harlem to celebrate Black culture, heritage, and unity. The cohort included dancers and marchers from Project Performing Arts, a multidisciplinary...

As famous stylist and haircare mogul Chaz Dean puts it, “Hair is power. It changes how you see yourself, and it changes how the world sees you.” But for people facing financial hardship, personal grooming is an expense to weigh against other essentials, like paying rent or putting food on the table for...

In response to dangerous heat waves throughout the New York region during the summer of 2026, with apparent temperatures exceeding 100°F, Catholic Charities of New York’s neighborhood centers in Harlem, Lower Manhattan, and the Bronx have distributed 1,200 fans to older adults as part of Project Cool. The effort was designed to coordinate the distribution of...

Stories have the power to preserve culture, strengthen identity, and inspire future generations. This week, ABC7NY’s Tiempo spotlights the new Latinidad Library at Alianza Dominicana Cultural Center in Washington Heights, a vibrant literacy and cultural hub featuring books by Latino authors, bilingual and Spanish-language titles, and creative resources for young readers...

Then a voice came from heaven,“I have glorified it and will glorify it again.”–John 12:28 During the fifth Sunday of Lent, Jesus teaches his disciples about the way in which he will be glorified by God, and a voice from heaven is heard to affirm this teaching. Jesus predicts his suffering, death,...

On Ash Wednesday, a day of reflection and the commencement of the Lenten season, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York hosted a special food pantry distribution at St. Cecilia’s Church in East Harlem, extending a helping hand to our neighbors in need, and embodying...

On Monday, January 15th, Catholic Charities New York joined forces with the UJA Federation of New York to commemorate the enduring legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. together. The day was characterized by collaborative volunteer initiatives spanning the Archdiocese,...

CBS New York was there to cover the Catholic Charities of New York’s festive Three Kings Day event in Yonkers. Witness the joy as the Three Kings bring gifts to children at the Yonkers Day Laborer Center, spreading cheer and celebrating this special tradition with...

A Thanksgiving Message from Monsignor Kevin Sullivan, Executive Director of Catholic Charities New York. Almost three millennia ago, while Israel was in exile, the Psalmist lamented “How can we sing the songs of the Lord while in a foreign land?” This Thanksgiving, allow me to adapt: “How can we give...