$20K available in emergency assistance in Genesee, Orleans from Catholic Charities

Press Release, Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities of Buffalo has received a $20,000 grant from the Rochester Area Community Foundation to support its emergency financial assistance program in Genesee and Orleans counties.

Emergency assistance is provided to neighbors in need on a case-by-case basis and can include emergency food, Neighbor for Neighbor enrollment, rental/housing, personal care toiletries, clothing, household items, prescription medication, and information.

“Emergency assistance is often the first contact that an individual or family has with Catholic Charities,” said Katelyn DiSalvo, tri-county district director, Catholic Charities. “There’s no one-size-fits all approach when it comes to supporting our neighbors in need and often additional services may be needed beyond that initial emergency assistance, which is why our team works to establish a plan of action to best assist that client moving forward.”

Rochester Area Community Foundation engages philanthropists and community partners to improve its eight-county region by promoting philanthropy that helps to create an equitable community and strengthen the region’s vitality. Since 1972, the Community Foundation has awarded more than $590 million in grants and scholarships. For more information, visit racf.org.

For more information about Catholic Charities’ emergency financial assistance program or if you know of someone in need in Genesee or Orleans counties, visit ccwny.org or call 585-343-0614.

About Catholic Charities

Catholic Charities has helped individuals and families in need since its founding in 1923. That need is varied and widespread – from emergency assistance to mental health counseling and treatment, and from specialized services for older adults to help with job training and education. Catholic Charities empowers children, families and seniors to achieve meaningful, healthy and productive lives.