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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.

Nov 2025 PR - South Sudan - GLOBAL: Salesian Missions launches Annual Food Distribution Appeal
GLOBAL: Salesian Missions launches Annual Food Distribution Appeal

$1 donation provides $20 of critical nutrition. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 3, 2025) 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 turning a $1 donation into $20 of...

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KENYA: Don Bosco Utume installs new water tank thanks to funding from Salesian Missions

Project part of the Salesian Missions ‘Clean Water Initiative’. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Nov. 3, 2025) Don Bosco Utume in Nairobi, Kenya, has installed a new tank to provide clean water to community members and others, including people who are marginalized, thanks to funding from Salesian Missions,...

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VENEZUELA: Feeding programs at Salesian San Jose Agricultural Technical School funded by Salesian Missions

Most students come from families with low incomes. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 28, 2025) Students and educators at Salesian San Jose Agricultural Technical School, located in Barinas, Venezuela*, received nutritional support through a project funded by Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the...

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PERU: Salesians improve learning environment for students thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Air conditioning, roof reduce heat issues affecting students. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 27, 2025) Salesian missionaries have been able improve the learning environment for youth who are vulnerable and are studying at the Bosconia center in Piura, Peru. The project was made possible thanks to donor...

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ZAMBIA: St. John Bosco Church completes construction project with donor funding from Salesian Missions

Grotto improvements help accommodate parishioners. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 21, 2025) St. John Bosco Church in Kazembe, Zambia, has completed construction and repairs of a grotto thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of Don Bosco. The work included...

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KENYA: Don Bosco Makuya replaces school roof thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions

Removal of asbestos makes school safer for students, staff. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 20, 2025) Salesian missionaries with Don Bosco Makuya in Kenya were able to remove and replace hazardous asbestos roofing thanks to donor funding from Salesian Missions, the U.S. development arm of the Salesians of...

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INT’L DAY FOR THE ERADICATION OF POVERTY: Salesian Missions highlights educational and social programs that support youth living in poverty

Programs help break the cycle of poverty for youth and their families. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 17, 2025) 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 Eradication of...

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WORLD FOOD DAY: Salesian Missions highlights farming and feeding programs

Feeding programs essential part of many Salesian schools, centers. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 16, 2025) 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 year on...

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CENTRAL AFRICAN REPUBLIC: Funding from Salesian Missions helps ship critical medical supplies for clinic

Partnership works to ensure medical supplies reach those most in need. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 15, 2025) Salesian missionaries in Bangui, Central African Republic*, had the supplies needed for a medical clinic thanks to a shipment of goods funded in part by Salesian Missions, the U.S. development...

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

Salesians work to empower rural women, ensure access to education. NEW ROCHELLE, NY (Oct. 15, 2025) 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 of Rural Women, which is...

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