January 2026
We’re so glad to be providing you updates on all the wonderful things happening at St. Catherine’s Center for Children – all of which are made possible through “Friends of St. Catherine’s” – like you! Thank you for your support. We hope you enjoy our newsletter!
St. Catherine’s R & E May School recently enjoyed a Winter Carnival courtesy of Total Events! We had games, snow cones, popcorn, cotton candy, and lots of merriment! A big thank you to Total Events, LLC for transforming our gymnasium into a winter wonderland! Our Agency’s Executive Director, Kevin Doherty, even played a few rounds of basketball!
We are blown away by the generosity displayed at RPI Hockey’s Annual Teddy Bear Toss, with over 200 stuffed animals making their way onto the ice! A huge thank you to RPI Athletics, RPI SAAC, the Red and White Student Organization, and everyone who showered RPI’s Houston Field House with stuffed animals!
Friday, February 6, 2026
Time Slots: 10:00 A.M., 12:00 P.M., 2:00 P.M., 4:00 P.M.
Normanside Country Club | Delmar, NY
Kick off Super Bowl Weekend by playing a round at St. Andrews to raise funds for our R & E May School. Click below to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities!
Beverage Sponsor
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As we begin a new year, we extend our deepest gratitude to you on behalf of the Foundation of St. Catherine’s Center for Children’s Board of Trustees, the Agency’s Board of Directors, Kevin Doherty, Executive Director of St. Catherine’s Center for Children, and all of our dedicated staff.
St. Catherine’s was able to assist thousands across 37 counties in New York State. Your commitment strengthens our programs, uplifts our communities, and affirms the belief that every child and family deserves care, dignity, and opportunity. As we look ahead to 2026, we wish you and your loved ones a healthy, happy, and prosperous year. If there is anything we can do for you, or if you would like to learn more about our programs and services, please reach out to me by phone or email at any time.
With heartfelt thanks and warmest regards,
Michele Puleo O’Hare
Executive Director, Foundation of St. Catherine’s Center For Children
Academy of the Holy Names brought one of St. Catherine’s holiday trees in and collected several donations from staff members and students!
Albany ENT & Allergy Services donated a variety of presents for children in our programs!
Albany Port District Commission donated an assortment of presents and gift cards for those in need this holiday season!
All Type Professional Door Service donated an abundance of toys and gift cards for children in need this holiday season!
Allusions Hair & Nails set up one of our holiday trees in their salon and collected several donations from staff and customers!
Annie Wood donated an array of notebooks, toys, and more for children throughout our prgrams!
Bright Horizons at Corporate Woods donated a range of toys and gift cards for children throughout our programs!
Broadview FCU donated hundreds of presents to the children and families we serve at our Marillac Homeless Shelter!
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Capital District YMCA Guilderland Branch, Christianne Brown, and Crisafulli Bros. Plumbing & Heating Contractors donated a variety of presents for those we serve this holiday season!
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Dana Adams, Dayla Crisafuli, and Families in Need of Assistance Inc. in collaboration with the Albany Academy Key Club donated numerous toys, clothes, and homemade cookies this holiday season!
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Farrell Fritz, P.C., Firefighters Association of the State of New York, Gabrielle & John Coppola, and GE Vernova donated several toys, coats, household items and gift cards towards our Hope for the Holidays program!
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Judy & Ed Languish, Judy Mnich, Kate Potvin Brown with Stragility LLC donated toys, craft kits, and more to children throughout our programs! Linda Haverly donated handmade blankets for both children and adults, pillowcases, and capes for children to play in!
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Happy Scherer, Harding Mazzotti, Howard Hanna (Delmar) and Jackie McCarthy donated many gifts for adults, children, and families in need this holiday season!
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Mary Hart, Jim Salengo from National Grid, Northwestern Mutual and Nicole’s Restaurant donated a range of gifts for adults, children, and families in need this holiday season!
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Ruth Sano was a huge help when it came to picking up presents from our holiday trees! Smith, Dominelli, & Guetti, LLC, St. Peter’s Laboratory, and St. Thomas the Apostle Church donated an assortment of holiday presents for those in need!
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The New York State Office of Mental Health and the New York State Troopers donated toys, needed household items, blankets, and more to those we serve this holiday season!
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O’Connell & Aronowitz, and the Office of the New York State Comptroller donated several presents to those we serve, from toys to cozy winter hats and gloves!
Pioneer Bank donated funds towards our Hope for the Holidays program!
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Suzanne Hayes and the Moore Fire Extinguishers family donated a range of toys and appliances for the children and families we serve throughout our programs!
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The Research Foundation for SUNY and The Smile Zone donated a variety of heart-warming presents this holiday season!
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Towne Law, and Van Schaick Golf Club donated numerous presents to the children and families we serve!
Wendy Diefendorf & Jeffrey Weltz put together “Aunt Nan Goodnight Bags” full of comfort and personal care items for the adults, children, and families we serve throughout our programs!
Thank you so much to all who came to wrap presents for the adults, children and families we serve at this year’s Annual Volunteer Gift Wrapping Day! Your generosity made this event a huge success!
