July 20, 2016

OGDENSBURG -- Fidelis Care, the New York State Catholic Health Plan, announces the distribution of $269,500 from its Community Grant Fund to non-profit organizations in the Diocese of Ogdensburg.

The grants support a variety of programs and services that reach local residents with the care and services they need.

Grant recipients within the Diocese of Ogdensburg are:
• Catholic Charities is the recipient of a $200,500 grant. The funding will support Healthy Families/ Healthy Communities, a counseling/casework program for individuals and families targeted to people lacking access to other resources.

The program helps them build bridges to healthier lives.

• St. Joseph's Home received a grant of $69,000 to help develop techniques and purchase equipment that will support dementia patients, their families, and community members who assist them.

“These organizations provide vital assistance to members of the community,” said Father Patrick J. Frawley, Fidelis Care President and CEO. “We are grateful for their commitment, dedication, and investment in improving the lives of those most in need.”

This is the 12th consecutive year that Fidelis Care has awarded grants to non-profit organizations that share similar missions and values of service to care for the poorest and most vulnerable populations.

The grants are made in coordination with the bishops in New York State’s eight Roman Catholic Dioceses.

The local grants are part of the $4 million being awarded Statewide by Fidelis Care through the Fund this year.

About Fidelis Care:
As the New York State Catholic Health Plan, Fidelis Care offers quality, affordable coverage for children and adults of all ages and at all stages of life.

These include products available through NY State of Health: The Official Health Plan Marketplace.

With nearly 1.5 million members Statewide, Fidelis Care was founded on the belief that all citizens of  New York State should have access to affordable, quality health insurance.

For more information, call Fidelis Care at 1-888-FIDELIS (1-888-343-3547) or visit Fidelis Care online at fideliscare.org.