Cardinal Timothy Dolan led volunteers from Catholic Charities New York, the event’s organizer, in selecting items of warm clothing and other necessities for about 125 families in need.

 

“The St. Nicholas Project is a year-round initiative to help the most vulnerable in New York City and neighboring communities by providing support to individuals and families through donations of essential items and connecting them to much-needed services,” Catholic Charities New York said on its website. “In addition to providing food, emergency cash assistance, and case management support throughout the year, we distribute winter coats, hats, gloves, scarves, sweaters, blankets, and more to those who otherwise would go without during the cold winter months.”