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 programs depend on dedicated volunteers […]
Catholic Charities of Buffalo has announced the members of its Appeal 2023 leadership team which include Adam Sumlin, Ph.D. as chair, Kevin Gannon as vice chair, Kevin Brayer and Daniel Mecca as corporate division chairs, and Laurie Brown-Croyts-Alford as community division chair. Sumlin, who served as vice chair for Appeal 2022 and as parish chair […]
Catholic Charities is celebrating its centennial in 2023, while holding its 99th annual appeal. This year’s goal, announced Jan. 5, is $9.5 million. That’s the same goal which was set and met in 2022. But while the goal remains unchanged from the previous year, officials formally launching the 2023 Appeal say the public’s need has […]
For the safety of all and to continue to support blizzard clean-up efforts, Catholic Charities sites in Erie and Niagara Counties will not be open through Friday, Dec. 30. However, services will operate remotely to the extent possible. Offices in Cattaraugus, Genesee, Orleans and Wyoming Counties are open for in-person service. Chautauqua County offices are […]
Catholic Charities of Buffalo has elected Thomas Beecher Jr., Jill Manka and Nancy Nielsen, MD, Ph.D. to its board of trustees for three-year terms. “Tom and Nancy recently served as co-chairs for a successful Appeal 2022, and we look forward to continue working with them in their new roles on our board of trustees,” said […]
’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 to teenagers. Each year, Catholic […]
Are you looking for a fresh career opportunity in the manufacturing industry? Catholic Charities’ Orleans County office and the agency’s workforce development team are partnering with Brunner International to host a Hiring & Resources Event on Nov. 16 from 3-6 p.m. at the plant located at 3959 Bates Road, Medina. Brunner International is looking to […]
Catholic Charities kicked off its yearlong centennial celebration by reaffirming its goal to be “Hope for All Seasons.” “Hope is one of the theological virtues – faith, hope, charity – and hope is more than a wish or a desire. Hope is confident optimism based on faith,” explained Deacon Steve Schumer, CEO of Catholic Charities […]
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 in the seven counties outside of […]
With the local community’s generous donations of socks and undergarments, Catholic Charities was able to assist nearly 200 school-age kids in need throughout Allegany and Cattaraugus counties get ready for back to school. Donations of new, unopened packages of socks and underwear were collected over the summer months at various churches and retail stores within […]
