Catholic Charities Junior Board
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Who We Are
The Catholic Charities of New York Junior Board is a group of passionate and philanthropic young professionals in their 20s and 30s in New York. We support Catholic Charities of New York through fundraising, volunteering, and training future leaders to help those in need.
Serving our Neighbors
Service is at the heart of the Catholic Charities of New York Junior Board. Throughout the year, our members and friends come together for hands-on volunteer opportunities that support our neighbors across New York City. This includes serving at soup kitchens, clean-up days, holiday parties for senior citizens, and more.
Our signature volunteer event is Brown Bag Chefs, a recurring service project where volunteers help prepare fresh bagged meals 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.
Fundraising for the Vulnerable
Christmas in July is the 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 City. It is a summer cocktail-hour party organized by the Junior Board at a venue in New York City that typically includes a DJ, food, silent auction, and more.
Christmas in July brings together Junior Board members, friends, and supporters 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.
Additionally, Junior Board members have a chance to participate in other monetary and in-kind fundraising with other young professional groups around the city, such as back-to-school supply drives.
Friendship and Community
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 social outings, 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, nonprofits, and young professional groups across New York City. We create opportunities to expand our network, collaborate on volunteer projects, and support Catholic Charities programs.
Professional Development and Spiritual Growth
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 private Masses, these moments help us pause 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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Stay in Touch!
Interested in learning more and getting involved? Email ccnyjuniorboard@gmail.com to connect with us and speak to one of our executive leadership members. You can also follow the Junior Board on Instagram at @ccnyjuniorboard to stay in touch with us.
Network With Us!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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