Catholic Charities Junior Board
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Who We Are
The Catholic Charities Junior Board is a fun group of passionate and philanthropic young professionals (ages 21-40) in New York. We support Catholic Charities through fundraising, volunteering, and networking to help those in need.
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Volunteer With Us
Service is at the heart of the Catholic Charities Junior Board. Throughout the year, our members and friends come together for hands-on volunteer opportunities that support our neighbors across New York.
Our signature volunteer event is Brown Bag Chefs, a recurring service project where volunteers help prepare fresh bagged lunches for individuals experiencing homelessness and food insecurity. It is a meaningful, welcoming way to get involved, meet other young professionals, and make an immediate impact in the community.
Interested in joining us for an upcoming volunteer event? Email ccnyjuniorboard@gmail.com to learn more and sign up.
Fundraise with Us: Christmas in July Benefit
Christmas in July is the Catholic Charities Junior Board’s signature fundraising event in support of the St. Nicholas Project, which helps provide winter essentials, warm clothing, and holiday gifts to children and families in need across New York.
Each summer, Junior Board members, friends, and supporters come together for an evening of community, connection, and generosity. It is a meaningful way to support our mission while meeting other young professionals who care about giving back.
Funds raised through Christmas in July help ensure families can experience the dignity, comfort, and joy of the holiday season. To learn more, get involved, or support the event, email ccnyjuniorboard@gmail.com.
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Network With Us
The Catholic Charities Junior Board brings together young professionals who are looking to build meaningful connections while giving back to the community. Through service projects, fundraising events, and mission-driven gatherings, members have the opportunity to meet peers who share a commitment to compassion, leadership, and impact.
The Junior Board also partners with other associate boards and young professional groups across New York, creating opportunities to expand our network, collaborate on volunteer projects, and support programs throughout the Catholic Charities federation. Together, we help strengthen the work of independent affiliate agencies serving individuals and families across the city.
Grow in Faith and Mission
Faith and mission are central to the identity of the Catholic Charities Junior Board. Throughout the year, members are invited to take part in opportunities for reflection, community, and spiritual growth that connect our service back to the larger mission of Catholic Charities.
From Lenten reflection dinners to service-centered gatherings, these moments help us pause, connect, and remember why we serve. They offer a welcoming space for young professionals to explore faith in action, deepen their understanding of Catholic Charities’ mission, and build community rooted in compassion, dignity, and care for our neighbors.
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Get Involved
Junior Board members are expected to:
- Make a financial membership pledge (all pledges support the St. Nicholas Project)
- Participate in volunteer opportunities worth 15+ hours
- Attend the Junior Board's Christmas in July Annual Benefit
- Attend both bi-annual general meetings – one in the Fall and one in the Spring of each year
- We encourage all members to join one of our committees (Benefit, Volunteer, Membership Outreach or Partnerships Committees)
For questions, please contact Christina Perez at christina.perez@archny.org.
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