Catholic Charities Giving Tuesday

GivingTuesday 2020
Tuesday, December 1st

#GivingTuesday is a global generosity movement unleashing the power of people and organizations to transform their communities and the world.

Catholic Charities, right here in the Diocese of Paterson helps thousands of people each day.  

Our work includes:

3 Food Pantries, spanning 3 counties.  We have helped more people than ever before in our 80-year history since the start of COVID-19. We have given out over 1,000,000 pounds of food over the last 7 months, thanks to the support of generous donors.  

Emergency assistance for individuals who are homeless or at risk of becoming homeless.  Since the start of COVID-19, calls to our emergency assistance programs have gone up tenfold. We have given out over $2,000,000 in emergency support during this time. 

Support for individuals with autism and other intellectual and developmental disabilities. Our Department for Persons with Disabilities has been providing help and creating hope for over 55 years. 

Drug and Alcohol Rehabilitation Services.  Straight and Narrow is the largest nonprofit drug and alcohol rehabilitation center in the country. 

In addition, we provide support for Veterans, senior citizens, newborns and infants, children of all ages, youth at-risk, families in crisis, immigrants from across the globe, and more! Your support will make a difference in the lives of many!
 

Thank You For Your Support!

Thank you to all of our donors, volunteers, advocates and friends, for your support on Giving Tuesday and all you do throughout the year!

Your kindness allows us to provide help and create hope for so many, including Sean.
"I am blessed to be part of Catholic Charities, Department for Persons with Disabilities, Kelleher Apartments," said Sean.
And we are blessed to provide help and create hope for thousands in need each day!

On GivingTuesday, and throughout the year, there are many ways you can support Catholic Charities.

Donate to our Christmas Appeal or to any of our fundraisers or appeals throughout the year: Make a one-time donation to our Happiness Tree Christmas Appeal by visiting www.ccpaterson.org/tree.  For other giving opportunities, click "Give" on our menu bar. 

Donate Food or Clothing:  Catholic Charities operates 3 food pantries throughout the Diocese of Paterson.  These pantries are relied upon by those in need.  You may donate nonperishable foods, host a food drive, or donate clothing at either of our locations. Email info@ccpaterson.org for more information. 

Donate Your Car: Visit www.cccars.org to donate your vehicle.  Pick up is easy and tax-deductible. 

Donate on Facebook or host a Facebook Fundraiser: To set up a Facebook Fundraiser for Catholic Charities, Diocese of Paterson, use this link:
https://www.facebook.com/fund/CCharitiesPat/

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @ccharitiespat

Volunteer:  Catholic Charities has volunteer opportunities in our food pantries, with seniors, for adults with special needs and more!  We have families who volunteer with us, a pet therapy programs, and welcome community service groups from businesses, schools and churches. 
Visit www.ccpaterson.org/volunteer to join the Catholic Charities Family! 

Donate to the Beacon Sharing Fund: Make a donation to a specific individual, program, or area of need through the Beacon Christmas Sharing Fund.  Click here for more information. 

Donate through the Diocesan Ministries Appeal: The Faithful of the Diocese of Paterson are encouraged to give through the Diocesan Ministries Appeal.  Catholic Charities is the largest beneficiary of this appeal and it it is one of our largest sources of funding.  Click here to donate or learn more. 

Start your own fundraiser for Catholic Charities: Groups like the DePaul Alumni Class of 1999 and the Rockaway River Country Club Womens Golf Association have recently launched fundraising campaigns to benefit Catholic Charities.  Email info@ccpaterson.org if you would like us to create a food drive or fundraising page for your group to raise funds for Catholic Charities.

Pray for us: Pray for the thousands that we serve each day and that we may continue to provide help and create hope for those most in need!