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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...

For more than a century, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York has stood as a beacon of hope for our neighbors in need — serving Catholics and non-Catholics alike with dignity and respect. In every corner of our city and state, we see both the struggles and the strength of those...

The Holy Father names The Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks as the eleventh Archbishop of New York, accepts resignation of His Eminence Archbishop Cardinal Timothy Michael Dolan. With hearts full of gratitude and hope, Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of New York joyfully congratulates The Most Reverend Ronald A. Hicks on his...

As Charina Santos’s son, Jace, approached his first birthday, he was making eye contact, waving and starting to feed himself — the usual developmental milestones that pediatricians track. Then, within a couple of months, he stopped. “I would try to get him to engage, but it just wasn’t there,” Ms. Santos said. Soon...

Serving the Community Year-Round During the holiday season, the need for food, resources, and community support in Rockland County becomes even more essential as food prices continue to rise, the recent disruption to SNAP benefits has left lasting impacts, and many families are facing increased financial strain. Catholic Charities Community...

2025 Christmas Hope Year-End Campaign: Double Your Impact and Answer a Family’s Prayers As the year comes to a close, Catholic Charities of New York is launching its 2025 Christmas Hope Year-End Match with an urgent appeal to support families across New York who continue to struggle to meet basic needs this holiday season. With rising...