Looking for more fulfillment or a way to make the world a little better in the new year? Catholic Charities of Buffalo is seeking volunteers to make a difference in the life of an older adult through its Home Visitation and Friendly Phones programs in Genesee and Orleans counties. Both…
‘Tis the season of giving and the Ladies of Charity elves at Catholic Charities Santa’s Workshop are seeking donations, recipients, and volunteers to help brighten the holidays for children in need throughout Western New York. Once again part of the WNY Holiday Partnership, Catholic Charities’ Christmas program will serve infants…
In anticipation of its 100th year of serving the Western New York community, Catholic Charities of Buffalo formally began its year-long celebration with a Centennial Kickoff Luncheon on Nov. 2, 2022 at The Pearl at the Webb in downtown Buffalo. The organization, which was incorporated on Oct. 30, 1923, was…
In honor of the 175th Anniversary of the Diocese of Buffalo, the Ladies of Charity, an affiliate organization of Catholic Charities and a diocesan ministry, is participating in the diocese’s Day of Service this weekend. This volunteer opportunity will run from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 22, at Ladies…
Catholic Charities of Buffalo announced two new leadership appointments within its organization. Jenna Bichler and Michael Murphy both join as senior directors. With a primary focus on programming to strengthen individual and family stability and connectedness, Bichler will be responsible for supporting, coaching, and guiding Catholic Charities’ district directors…
HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal 2022, brought in $242,091 on May 11. Matching funds of $96,750 provided thanks to the generosity of Delaware North and other anonymous donors, added to this total to increase HOPE Day’s grand total to $339,651 towards the…
While one’s mental health is something to keep top of mind every day, there is an increased focus during Mental Health Awareness Month each May. With many still experiencing major impacts on their mental health due to the pandemic, the mental health counselors at Catholic Charities of Buffalo are sharing…

Catholic Charities of Buffalo has announced the members of its Appeal 2022 leadership team which include Thomas Beecher, Jr. and Nancy Nielsen, M.D., Ph.D. as general chairs, Adam Sumlin, Ph.D. as vice chair, Kevin Gannon as parish division chair, Kevin Brayer and Daniel Mecca as corporate division chairs, and Laurie…

Due to inclement weather, the following changes will be made to Catholic Charities services for Friday, Feb. 4: Remote Services All clinical services Offices in Allegany, Cattaraugus, Chautauqua, Niagara, Genesee, Orleans, and Wyoming Counties. Dunkirk: Remote after 1 p.m. Buffalo: Downtown location, 525 Washington St., & Immigration and Refugee Assistance…

BUFFALO, N.Y., Jan. 19, 2022 – Appeal officials and co-chairs today launched Appeal 2022, in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the diocesan Fund for the Faith, with a goal of raising $9.5 million by June 30. This year’s theme is once again “HOPE.” “This new goal strikes a…