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Jun 26

The Importance of Mental Check Ins

By Kaitlin Jackson Mental Wellness

With the increasing demands of our everyday lives, it can sometimes be difficult to pay much attention to our own mental health. Do you ever stop and think, "How am I doing mentally?" "We can get distracted easily by the needs of others or the things around us that need…

Jun 10

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Catholic Charities Promotes Elise Pogorzelski to Senior Director

By Kaitlin Jackson School Based Services, News, Leadership

Catholic Charities of Buffalo has announced the promotion of Elise Pogorzelski to senior director, school-based services. In this new role, she oversees Catholic Charities’ school-based offerings, which include the in-school social work, closing the gap, and foster grandparent programs, as well as works toward expanding partner networks and community-based service…

May 29

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Catholic Charities to Host Jamestown Open House on June 7

By Kaitlin Jackson Basic Needs, Family & Parent Resources, Women, Infants & Children: WIC, Events, News, Services

To learn how Catholic Charities and other Jamestown area resources can help families and individuals, the organization is hosting an open house on Friday, June 7 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at its location at 42 Dunham Ave. “Catholic Charities provides HOPE for our neighbors of all ages, regardless…

May 16

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HOPE Day 2024 nets $434,778 for 100th annual Appeal

By Kaitlin Jackson Appeal, Fundraising & Support, HOPE Day, News

HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal 2024 raised a total of $434,778 toward the 100th annual Appeal’s $9.5 million goal in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the Fund for the Faith. This total included $61,000 in matching funds from Uniland Development,…

May 01

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Appeal 2024 HOPE Day is Wednesday, May 15

By Kaitlin Jackson Appeal, Fundraising & Support, HOPE Day, Events

HOPE Day, the annual 24-hour match challenge day of giving to benefit Appeal 2024 is Wednesday, May 15 across Western New York. The first $61,000 raised will be matched dollar-for-dollar from generous donors including Uniland Development Company, Catholic Health and OneBridge Benefits. All funds go towards the annual Appeal’s $9.5…

Apr 23

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Appeal 2024 Reaches $5 Million Raised

By Kaitlin Jackson Appeal, Fundraising & Support, News

Appeal officials announced Appeal 2024 in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the Fund for the Faith has reached $5 million. As of today, the 100th annual campaign has raised $5,006,718.09, which is 52.7% of this year’s $9.5 million goal. “We are grateful for the generosity of the many…

Apr 17

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Catholic Charities Announces Three Director Promotions

By Kaitlin Jackson Uncategorized

Catholic Charities of Buffalo has announced the promotions of Jim Lowe to senior director of education and workforce training assistance, Emily Mehltretter, LMHC, to senior director of family enrichment, and Miri Salamone-Burnett, LCSW-r, CASAC-m, to practice director of behavioral health services. “Jim, Emily and Miri have demonstrated continued success in…

Mar 19

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Catholic Charities Celebrates Opening of Perry-St. Brigid Food Pantry

By Kaitlin Jackson News, Food Pantry & Outreach, Services, Basic Needs, Events

L-R: Gillian Brown, executive director of BMHA; Deacon Steve Schumer, president & CEO of Catholic Charities; Julie Lulek, senior director at Catholic Charities; Catherine Shick, public relations manager of FeedMore WNY; and Callie Johnson, deputy mayor, City of Buffalo. Catholic Charities of Buffalo today celebrated the opening of its new…

Mar 04

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Catholic Charities Appoints Cherie Sugg to Chief Human Resources Officer

By Kaitlin Jackson News, Leadership

Catholic Charities of Buffalo has named Cherie Sugg its chief human resources officer. Cherie Sugg In her new role, Sugg will be responsible for shaping and executing human resource strategies for the organization including overseeing the recruitment and retention of a diverse and skilled workforce, managing employee relations, developing and…

Feb 21

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Catholic Charities Seeking Seniors and Volunteers for Telephone Assurance Program, Home Visitation and Friendly Phones Programs

By Kaitlin Jackson Older Adults, News

Catholic Charities of Buffalo is looking for both older adults and volunteers to participate in its Telephone Assurance Program (TAP) in Erie County, and for the Home Visitation and Friendly Phones programs in Genesee and Orleans counties. All three programs depend on dedicated volunteers to provide one-hour weekly phone calls…

The Importance of Mental Check Ins

Catholic Charities Promotes Elise Pogorzelski to Senior Director

Catholic Charities to Host Jamestown Open House on June 7

HOPE Day 2024 nets $434,778 for 100th annual Appeal

Appeal 2024 HOPE Day is Wednesday, May 15

Appeal 2024 Reaches $5 Million Raised

Catholic Charities Announces Three Director Promotions

Catholic Charities Celebrates Opening of Perry-St. Brigid Food Pantry

Catholic Charities Appoints Cherie Sugg to Chief Human Resources Officer

Catholic Charities Seeking Seniors and Volunteers for Telephone Assurance Program, Home Visitation and Friendly Phones Programs

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