Catholic Charities' 'Share the Joy' program brings Christmas cheer to local families

Rochester, N.Y. — A local charity is making Christmas morning a little brighter.

Catholic Charities held the first day of a two-day Christmas Shop as part of the agency's “Share the Joy” program.

Staff collected everything from toys to personal hygiene items and household goods.

All the donated items will go to clients and their families.

“Our staff are doing all the work. Our staff are getting those wish list items out to clients,” said Ally Ewing-Bradshaw, Share the Joy program manager. “They’re also doing all the shopping here. So, this program would not be possible without our donors or our staff that work directly with our clients.

The Christmas shop runs through Dec. 15. Click here to support the Catholic Charities.