Catholic Charities of Buffalo

Catholic Charities of Buffalo is a non-profit human services agency operating across the eight counties of Western New York. The organisation has served the region for more than 100 years and today runs more than 50 distinct programs from roughly 50 locations, reaching some 136,000 individuals in 2025.

Its program portfolio spans Basic Needs Assistance, which addresses poverty, sudden financial crisis and hunger; Permanent Supportive Housing; the Women, Infants and Children (WIC) nutrition program; Immigration and Refugee Assistance, covering legal immigration and resettlement; Family Safety and Stabilization; Education and Workforce Training; Behavioral Health Services; School-Based Services; and support for older adults. The agency serves individuals and families of all faiths, backgrounds and circumstances.

Employment at the agency is shaped by its status as a trauma-informed organisation. It states a commitment to the total well-being of both clients and employees, and to fostering an inclusive, supportive and safe environment. Structured support includes a CARE Committee, a Trauma-Informed Care Committee, a Wellbeing Committee and a Safety Committee.

Further information on programs and operations is available at ccwny.org.