GENESEO — The date is set for the 1st Annual 'Claire's Colorful 5k' a run to benefit Catholic Charities of Livingston County. The race will take place on May 6th at Geneseo Central School and will be full of color and fun in a tribute to the beloved student who passed away last year in a tragic accident. The run will be four laps on mostly grass terrain and include two color stations. Mail or drop off your registration to the Chanler … [Read more...]
Catholic Charities’ Second Christmas Gala to Give to Neighbors in Need
GENESEO – Walk the red carpet for a good cause this weekend at Catholic Charities second annual Christmas Gala. Last year, sponsors and an estimated 190 guests took to the Oak Valley Event Center on Lakeville Road for dinner, dancing and raffles. All ticket sales support CCLC’s 10 signature programs for local people in need. CCLC’s goal is to help people become independent from temporary assistance benefits (TANF) offered by the Department … [Read more...]
Catholic Charities Packs School Bags for Kids in Need
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Local donors made Catholic Charities of Livingston County's Back to School Backpack Drive a resounding success. Hundreds of students ranging from kindergarten to 12th grade are now adequately prepared for the upcoming school year. “The backpack drive helps hundreds of children throughout Livingston County who are in need of assistance with school supplies,” said Tabitha Brewster, Executive Director of Catholic Charities … [Read more...]
Giving Underlies Glitter and Glamour at Catholic Charities Christmas Gala
LIVINGSTON COUNTY – Catholic Charities of Livingston County's (CCLC's) first ever annual Christmas gala did more than dazzle Saturday night, it brought funds and support to programs that help Livingston County's residents in need. Tabitha Brewster, Executive Director for CCLC, thanked the sponsors and estimated 190 guests for their support and said that since all expenses were covered by sponsors, all of the ticket sales will support CCLC's 10 … [Read more...]
Catholic Charities of Livingston County Celebrate 18 Years
LIVINGSTON COUNTY —The Catholic Charities of Livingston County successfully celebrated their 18th Anniversary. According to a press release, over $17,500 was raised between ticket sales, silent auction, 50/50 and corporate sponsors. There was also over $4,600 in donated auction items from businesses across Livingston County and areas of Rochester. The night was completed with dinner, silent auction, and the addition of live music this year. … [Read more...]
Catholic Charities of Livingston County celebrate 18 years
LIVINGSTON COUNTY -- Catholic Charities of Livingston County is celebrating their 18th anniversary this coming September. September 24th marks the 18th anniversary celebration at the Genesee River Reception Center for the Catholic Charities of Livingston County from 5p.m. until 8p.m. According to a press release, there will be a silent auction, presentation of the 2013 Fr. Trott Award to Bill Lissow, light fare and cash bar. Live … [Read more...]
Catholic Charities 17th anniversary celebration brings in $17,260
MOUNT MORRIS — The Catholic Charities of Livingston County 17th annual anniversary celebration had a little bit of everything – a silent auction, an award ceremony, hors d’oeuvres, a cash bar, heartfelt speeches, and, of course, local celebrity Felicisimo (Hop Sing) Manapol dressed as a nun in order to sell 50/50 raffle tickets. The night of fun, sponsored by Toshiba Business Solutions and The Bucci Family Foundation, began at 5 at the Genesee … [Read more...]