History
In 1980, Bishop Matthew H. Clark established a regional presence of Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Rochester in Elmira. Originally known as the Southern Tier Office of Social Ministry, it was renamed Catholic Charities of the Southern Tier in 1994. In 2003, Various counties served by Catholic Charities of the Southern Tier became separate agencies with their own Boards of Directors in response to the growing conditions facing the individual counties. Many important decisions impacting programs could now be made by people familiar with the specific needs in each county.
Specialties
We are committed to serving all individuals in need - regardless of racial, ethnic, cultural or religious origins, ability to pay, or mental, physical or developmental challenges.