On November 2, All Souls’ Day, we gather in prayer to commemorate the departed and remember those who have gone before us to their eternal rest. It is a sacred occasion to honor the lives of our loved ones and reflect on the gift of their presence in our lives. “Blessed...

In recent weeks, many of the young people who enrolled in the New York City Summer Youth Employment Program (SYEP) through Catholic Charities of New York have been finishing their projects and internships at a range of worksites and educational hubs across the five boroughs. Summer programming for...

October is a good time to review your estate plan. National Estate Planning Awareness Week (NEPAW) is October 19–25, 2026, and it’s the perfect time to pause and make sure your plans still reflect your wishes, priorities, and the people and causes...

Hispanic Heritage Month is an opportunity to celebrate the cultures, traditions, histories, and experiences that shape our communities. At Catholic Charities of New York, it is also a time to recognize the people, programs, and agencies that support individuals and families across the Archdiocese. For...

Every day, families across New York face challenges that make it difficult to meet their basic needs, from rising housing and food costs to accessing essential resources for their children. Having a welcoming place to turn for support can make a meaningful difference. At Catholic Charities of New York,...

For many people, asking for help can be one of the hardest steps to take. Stress, financial pressures, family challenges, loneliness, and uncertainty can all affect our mental and emotional well-being, yet stigma can sometimes prevent people from seeking the support they need. As Catholic Charities of...

This past Monday, PIX11 debuted an episode of Monica Makes It Happen hosted by Emmy-award winning journalist (and noted gala emcee) Monica Morales featuring Catholic Charities of New York CEO J. Antonio Fernández as guest co-anchor. The weekly news show turns storytelling into...

When it comes to fighting hunger and food insecurity for New Yorkers, teamwork makes the dream work. On September 30, 2026, Catholic Charities of New York’s Westchester neighborhood center in Yonkers teamed up with Meals on Main St., a Port Chester–based...

On September 28, Catholic Charities of New York hosted a reception at its downtown Manhattan office honoring Annie Elisa Minguez, formerly the Vice President of Government and Community Relations at Good Shepherd Services, for her recent appointment as...

The start of a new school year always feels like a fresh beginning. As a parent of three teenagers, I know the familiar rhythm: new schedules, new teachers, new backpacks, and a little more independence. This year, all three of my children started high school,...