Did you know that many employers will match charitable gifts made by their employees — dollar for dollar? That means your generosity could go twice as far in helping New Yorkers in need. That’s why we’re celebrating Employer Matching Gift Month — a perfect time to check whether your employer offers a...
As we begin a new month, we are reminded that hope is built through everyday acts of service, compassion, and community. In February’s Charity in Action, we share stories of help and hope — from our Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service, where young people came together to serve and lead, to a...
This weekend, a powerful winter storm is expected to impact more than 180 million people across 35 states, stretching from the South and Midwest to the Northeast. Forecasts call for heavy snow, freezing rain, and dangerously cold temperatures, with conditions expected to remain well below normal for...
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...
The new year began on a cheerful note for students and community members at the Alianza Dominicana Cultural Center on January 6. More than 200 participants poured into the lively Washington Heights space to celebrate Three Kings Day, the holiday that commemorates the three wise men who brought gifts to the...
A Plea and an Answered Prayer It began with a leap of faith. Eight years ago when a group that had planned to provide Christmas gifts to more than 100 South Bronx families suddenly lost a vital sponsor, they turned to the Ladies of Charity of the...
Residents of Second Farms, an affordable housing community in the Bronx, gathered for a Christmas celebration that brought laughter, music, and a deep sense of belonging to families facing financial pressures during the holidays. Walking into the celebration on December 18 felt like stepping into a Christmas wonderland. A decorated Santa Toy Shop...
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,...
This holiday season, Catholic Charities Community Services brought the spirit of generosity and belonging to life by hosting a Holiday Toy Market for families served through its Refugee Resettlement Department — an event designed to celebrate dignity, choice, and community during a time of year that can be especially challenging for families...
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