Expectant and young families are invited to attend a free Healthy Baby Festival hosted by Catholic Charities of Buffalo Women, Infant and Children nutrition program on Wednesday, Aug. 6 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Sheridan Park – Shelter #2 located at 900 Sheridan Drive in Tonawanda. “Now in our 15th year of hosting […]
Appeal officials announced today that Appeal 2025 in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the Fund for the Faith raised a total of $7,442,384 in cash and pledges, representing 87.5 percent of its $8.5 million goal. Appeal 2025 launched in January and concluded on June 30. “We are deeply grateful for the generous support […]
With summer vacation well underway, children and teens are spending more time at home, socializing with friends, and probably interacting with others through social media or video games. With the impact of social media and electronic devices, cyberbullying has increased in recent years. The behavioral health team at Catholic Charities of Buffalo have some tips […]
Deacon Steve Schumer, president and CEO of Catholic Charities of Buffalo, announced his retirement to the agency’s board of trustees on Thursday, July 10 and in a video message to staff and volunteers today. Deacon Schumer’s retirement becomes effective on Dec. 31. Quoting scripture in his message to staff, Deacon Schumer said, “Scripture tells us […]
Catholic Charities is now accepting applicants for its C-Tech, Introduction to Telecommunications, class. This 12-week, hands-on technology training program offers nationally recognized certifications in telecommunications, network cabling for copper and fiber optics, and 5G systems, along with grounding and bonding. Classes begin June 30 and run Mondays through Thursdays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. […]
Catholic Charities of Buffalo announced the recipients of this year’s Catholic Charities Cup, a fundraising competition among Western New York Catholic high schools, elementary schools, and faith formations. The schools that raised the most money for Appeal 2025 in their division are awarded with the Catholic Charities Cup trophy and a victory party. This year’s […]
Catholic Charities of Buffalo today announced the recipients of this year’s Catholic Charities Cup, a fundraising competition among Western New York Catholic high schools, elementary schools, and faith formations. The schools that raised the most money for Appeal 2025 in their division are awarded with the Catholic Charities Cup trophy and a victory party. This […]
Catholic Charities of Buffalo is hosting its second Hops for HOPE at Resurgence Brewing as a celebration of the work of the agency and a call to support Appeal 2025. Following the success of the inaugural Hops for HOPE event last year, this year’s event is a weeklong celebration that kicks off on Friday, May […]
Catholic Charities of Buffalo announced that it has been designated an Accredited Charity with the Better Business Bureau. The agency has been successfully accredited with the BBB since 2017. To be named a BBB Accredited Charity, an organization must meet 20 Standards of Charity Accountability, which are broken down into Governance, Measuring Effectiveness, Finances, and […]
Appeal officials announced Appeal 2025 in support of Catholic Charities of Buffalo and the Fund for the Faith has reached $5 million. As of today, the annual campaign has raised $5,061,129, which is 59 percent of this year’s $8.5 million goal. Last year’s Appeal 2024 did not reach the $5 million mark until April 23. […]
