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There’s always something exciting and important happening with our programs and services at Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens.  Read these stories and check back often.  We’re always posting updates.

University of Notre Dame Alumni Volunteer to Restore Parish Damaged by Hurricane Sandy
03-25-2013

Alumni from the University of Notre Dame volunteered on Saturday, March 23rd, with Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens to renovate St. Rose of Lima R.C. Church in Rockaway Beach which had been damaged by Hurricane Sandy. Over a dozen volunteers aided in the clean-up of the parish’s basement and painted the walls and ceilings with a fresh coat of paint. Debris and trash in the yard were discarded and dead trees were cut down to eliminate chances of injury, as the parish’s yard is shared with an elementary school.

Catholic Charities On Set with Eyewitness News Emmy Award Winning Anchors Ken Rosato and Lori Stokes
03-21-2013

As part of Catholic Charities’ Office of Development and Communications professional development initiative, staff joined Emmy Award Winning anchors Ken Rosato and Lori Stokes on the set of ABC’s Eyewitness News. The group toured the ABC flagship news studio that houses Eyewitness News, the #1 rated morning news program. Ken Rosato also shared his insights on the role of non-profits and broadcast media while providing a behind-the-scenes view into the production of a live daily news show.

The Bishop’s Coat of Arms Club Celebrates 40 Years
03-18-2013

Bishop Nicholas DiMarzio welcomed new members of the Bishop's Coat of Arms Club at a celebratory brunch in the Bishop's residence, following the Coat of Arms special Mass of Thanksgiving. Founded forty years ago by William Debany and William Scalzo, the Coat of Arms Club was established out of concern for the less fortunate, with the Club’s proceeds used to further the mission of Catholic Charities. Each year, there is an increase in membership with current participants inviting others to join the select group.

Public Policy Training for CCBQ Staff as They Prepare to Visit Elected Officials in Albany
03-11-2013

Recently, Parish and Community Outreach and Services trained and educated Catholic Charities staff and representatives on important policy issues in preparation for a trip to Albany, New York, on March 20th, for the annual “Catholics at the Capitol” public policy advocacy day.

CCBQ Kicks Off St. Patrick’s Day Weekend with Catholic Alumni Networking Reception
03-11-2013

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens will proudly host the New York City Catholic Alumni Networking Reception emceed by Ken Rosato, WABC-TV Eyewitness News Anchor,on Friday, March 15th from 6-8 pm at the New York Athletic Club. Kicking-off the St. Patrick’s Day weekend, this exclusive professional and social networking event brings together hundreds of Catholic Alumni from across the nation and is an opportunity to share common values and goals. This premier reception is open to all Catholic alumni regardless of graduation year.

Hurt by Hurricane Sandy? Call today—Help is Here.
03-08-2013

Whether you have applied for FEMA or not—even if you were not eligible or were denied assistance, there may be local resources available for you. A trained, compassionate case manager can work one-on-one with you to:

CCBQ Staff and Youth Rally with the Campaign for Children at City Hall to Stop Cuts to Essential Programs
03-07-2013

At a recent rally at the steps of City Hall, CCBQ joined the Campaign for Children and advocates to urge New York City leaders to stop the cuts to after-school programs.  According to Mayor Bloomberg’s Preliminary Budget, after-school programs will be cut for 37,000 youth this year, in addition to early education programs for 10,000 children. Please click here to take action and save our vital services and programs that are being threatened by budget cuts. 

St. Francis College and The Home Depot Bring Sunshine to Seniors at CCBQ Northside Senior Center
03-04-2013

As part of St. Francis College’s Day of Service, over twenty four students and faculty gathered at Catholic Charities Northside Senior Center on Saturday, March 2nd to plant flowers and assist in spring cleaning at this bustling senior center.  Volunteers helped organize, refurbish and beautify three floors of the senior center located in Williamsburg, Brooklyn.

CCBQ Continues Sandy Relief in the Rockaways
03-04-2013

Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens along with Catholic Migration Services, Fidelis Care, and Queens Congregations United for Action held a day of service for those impacted by Hurricane Sandy at St. Mary Star of the Sea School in the Rockaways. The newly launched Catholic Charities Brooklyn and Queens Disaster Case Management and Project Hope programs were present to assist those affected by Hurricane Sandy with long-term case management, address social needs as well as connect clients with community resources.

Social Workers on the Front Line
02-12-2013

Our very own Fia Sarmi, social worker at the Catholic Charities Brooklyn Community Center shares what it means to advocate for her clients and how the Neediest Cases Fund has helped transform their lives. Featured in The New York Times, Fia is one of many caring case workers on the front line making a difference. “I wasn't born in a fortunate family. I actually came from a very third world country, from the poorest country in Southeast Asia,” said Fia. “Therefore I know I can relate to each one of my clients and where they are coming from.”

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