OUR MINISTRIES
Mary's Corner
A heartening endeavor aimed at supporting families with infants and toddlers, Mary’s Corner is a ministry that provides a crucial lifeline for parents facing economic challenges. Catering specifically to families with children aged from birth through three years, this ministry offers a range of essential items that are often out of reach for many struggling households.
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"Our goal is to alleviate some of the stress that parents face by providing them with the basics they need to care for their children." says Mary Clinton, Chairwoman of Mary’s Corner.
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Our ministry operates out of two welcoming spaces that resemble a boutique. Here, volunteers are on hand to offer diapers in various sizes, formula, baby food, toys, books, gently used clothing sorted by age, and other necessities. While the provision of goods is a universal language, we have taken steps to improve communication barriers by providing forms and notices in Arabic, Spanish and two Afghani dialects. Parents are instantly put at ease when they can understand a form in their native tongue.
Community support is crucial for our ministry’s sustainability. Local businesses and individuals donate both money and goods, ensuring that the shelves remain stocked. The goods are housed in a central Distribution Storage Center where we sort and monitor the inventory as well as coordinate delivery of the goods to the two locations. Information on how to donate is outlined below.
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As Mary’s Corner expands its reach and impact, our volunteers remain dedicated to their mission: to provide a helping hand and a listening ear to every parent who walks through our doors. Our efforts embody the spirit of compassion and solidarity that defines a caring community.
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If you have any questions regarding this beautiful ministry, please contact Mary Clinton at mclinton5@nycap.rr.com.
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OUR LOCATIONS:​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
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Holy Trinity Church Sister Maureen Joyce Center
1 St. Marie’s Lane 369 Livingston Avenue
Cohoes, New York 12047 Albany, New York 12206
Hours of operation: Hours of operation:
Tuesdays from 10:30 am to 12:30 pm Tuesdays from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm
(last client entry 11:45 am)
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DONATION INFORMATION:
To make a monetary donation, please forward your check or gift card(s) to:
Ladies of Charity
Mary’s Corner
PO Box 11463
Loudonville, New York 12211
In-kind donations by appointment only. Please contact us at mcdistribution100@gmail.com.
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The following gently used items are acceptable for donation: baby and toddler clothing up to size 5T, baby blankets, layettes, shoes, boots, jackets, holiday clothing, Halloween costumes, pajamas, books, toys, mittens, hats, gloves, baby strollers, pack ‘n play, potty seats.
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