On Thursday, June 15, 2023, Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Albany will honor Stewart’s Shops/Dake Family at the 11th Annual Night at the Museum event. Stewart’s Shops/Dake Family, one of the region’s largest philanthropic businesses, will be recognized for their continued generosity of funding, time, and talent in support of their neighbors in need.This year’s Night at the Museum will take place at the New York State Museum in Albany, NY and will begin at 5:30 PM. [...]
Please note: Our food distribution on January 17th has moved from Macedonia Baptist Church to Christ Our Light Church located at 1 Maria Dr. Albany, NY and will still take place at 9:30am.Christ our Light Church is located 1.3 miles from Macedonia Baptist Church and a map with directions can be viewed below:Head northeast toward Wilson Ave.Turn left onto Wilson Ave.Turn right onto Charles Ave.Turn right onto Frederick Ave.Continue onto Campagna Dr.Continue onto Wertman Ln.Turn left onto Prince [...]
Many of our neighbors have to work more than one job to make ends meet. Even with a second and sometimes a third job, too many are just one mishap away from not being able to pay their monthly bills. A couple of sick days might mean a reduced paycheck that month, while emergencies like a broken-down car might add another bill to the list. Now the decision becomes whether to pay the utility bill, the rent, or the co-payments at the pediatrician.Clients who reach out to our emergency assistance [...]
Marlene Hildenbrandt, our Executive Director of Catholic Charities’ Senior & Caregiver Support Services, sat down with our team to talk a bit about Aging Life Services. Aging Life Services, a program of Catholic Charities’ Senior & Caregiver Services in Columbia and Otsego Counties, is designed to support older adults within the homes and communities of their choosing. Through the Aging Life Services program, Catholic Charities helps older adults to maintain the best possible [...]
Catholic Charities of Saratoga, Warren and Washington Counties invites the local community to unwrap the magic of the holiday season at their 27th annual fundraiser – The Festival of Trees – on Wednesday, November 30 through Sunday, December 4, at the Saratoga Springs City Center.The Festival returns with a showcase of beautifully decorated trees, wreaths and other holiday and gift items for purchase. Festival proceeds will benefit the programs of Catholic Charities of Saratoga, [...]
