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April 27, 2026
People of Hope: Catholic Charities Brings National Community Service Storytelling Initiative to Chemung County

ELMIRA, NY – Catholic Charities Diocese of Rochester is joining Catholic Charities agencies across the United States to host People of Hope: Faith Filled Stories of Neighbors Helping Neighbors, a traveling museum that amplifies the transformative impact of Christian service....

April 14, 2026
Catholic Charities April Newsletter

Hope is Coming: People of Hope Museum Coming to the Diocese of Rochester Catholic Charities USA is launching an inspiring new initiative, People of Hope, a nationwide mobile storytelling exhibit debuting in spring 2026. Supported by a major grant from...

April 10, 2026
Catholic Charities Hosts Successful 21st Empty Bowls Luncheon

ELMIRA, NY – Catholic Charities is thrilled to announce the success of the 21st Empty Bowls Luncheon, that was held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at Notre Dame High School. This year's event, the largest fundraiser for The Samaritan Center,...

April 9, 2026
State and Local Officials Highlight Expanded Child Tax Credit and Free Tax Help for Albany Families

Empire State Child Credit Offers Up to $1,000 Per Child Under Age Four Free Tax Assistance Available Through April 15 to Help Families Claim Benefits ALBANY, NY — The New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance (OTDA), joined...

March 5, 2026
Catholic Charities Presents Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon

ELMIRA, NY – Catholic Charities of Chemung/Schuyler invites you to the 21st Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon being held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026, from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at Notre Dame High School. As the largest fundraiser for the...