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Salesian Missions is headquartered in New Rochelle, NY, and is part of the Don Bosco Network—a worldwide federation of Salesian NGOs. The mission of the U.S.-based nonprofit Catholic organization is to raise funds for international programs that serve youth and families in poor communities around the globe. The Salesian missionaries are made up of priests, brothers and sisters, as well as laypeople—all dedicated to caring for poor children throughout the world in more than 130 countries and helping young people become self-sufficient by learning a trade that will help them gain employment. To date, more than 3 million youth have received services funded by Salesian Missions. These services and programs are provided to children regardless of race or religion. Our Press Center is a key source of information for journalists, donors, organizational partners, funders and the public. In addition to the releases below, photographs and video from the field can be made available to journalists and partners upon request.

Salesian Missions also operates MissionNewswire.org, as a service to the public and the news media. The purpose is to provide information and insight about Salesian programs around the globe and news related to global humanitarian issues. News from and about Salesian Missions can also be found on ReliefWeb, the leading humanitarian information source on global crises and disasters operated by the UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA).

U.S. Media Representative:
Laura Perillo
908-406-3413
[email protected]
Twitter: @SM_Newsdesk

To request interviews or ask to be included on our media distribution list, please contact Laura Perillo. Photos and b-roll are also available upon request. We may also able to assist journalists working for U.S. media outlets who are working abroad or planning trips to cover humanitarian-related news stories.

In addition to the press releases provided here, country-specific information is available in the Where We Work section of this website. Additional information is available to the media upon request.

A new school with blue siding was built at a mission site in India. Nov 2024 PR - INDIA: Students benefit from new multipurpose hall thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions
INDIA: Students benefit from new multipurpose hall thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Project enhances learning environment at Don Bosco school. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 4, 2024) Don Bosco Matriculation Higher Secondary School, located in Thalavadi, in the Erode district of Tamil Nadu, India, has built a multipurpose open hall thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S....

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GLOBAL: Salesian Missions launches Annual Food Distribution Appeal

Students in Salesian schools thriving as a result of feeding programs. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 1, 2024) Top of Form Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, has launched its Annual Food Distribution Appeal, enabling donors to multiply their gift many times over by...

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INDIA: Youth home provides safety, education thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Don Bosco Anbu Illam Homes cares for 105 vulnerable youth. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 28, 2024) Salesian missionaries were able to provide comprehensive care for vulnerable youth who reside at Don Bosco Anbu Illam Homes in India thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm...

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INDIA: More than 700 students benefit from learning tools thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Interactive boards promote engaging environment at Don Bosco Higher Secondary School. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 22, 2024) Don Bosco Higher Secondary School, located in Perambur, Chennai, India, purchased 15 sets of interactive intelligent panel boards to facilitate a more dynamic and engaging learning...

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MYANMAR: Salesians improve pre-novitiate house thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Young men at house also benefit from new educational materials. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 21, 2024) Salesian missionaries in Myanmar* had the financial support for improvements and maintenance for a pre-novitiate house thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the...

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INT’L DAY FOR THE ERADICATION OF POVERTY: Salesian Missions highlights life-changing programs that aid poor youth

Youth gain education, support for basic needs to help find path out of poverty. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 17, 2024) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in honoring the International Day for the...

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WORLD FOOD DAY: Salesian Missions highlights school feeding programs

Youth who are poor and vulnerable have nutrition they need to focus on school. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct 16, 2024) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins the international community and organizations around the globe in honoring World Food Day. Celebrated each...

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MYANMAR: 350 boarding students have housing, nutrition thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Salesian missionaries support youth in gaining education. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 16, 2024) Salesian missionaries in Myanmar* were able to provide housing and nutrition to 350 boys who are boarding in Salesian communities thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of...

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GLOBAL HANDWASHING DAY: Salesian Missions highlights clean water projects

Programs ensure youth have access to clean water and soap. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct 15, 2024) Top of Form Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins the international community in celebrating Global Handwashing Day 2024. The day, organized by the Global...

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INT’L DAY OF RURAL WOMEN: Salesian Missions highlights projects that empower rural women

Programs strive to empower young women and girls by providing education and training. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 15, 2024) Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco, joins humanitarian organizations and countries around the globe in honoring International Day of Rural...

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