News & Events

Sheldon Family Foundation Grant Cycle Now Open!

Beginning April 24th, 2024, The Sheldon Family Foundation at the Scranton Area Community Foundation welcomes applications from nonprofit organizations for its 2024 grant cycle. Dedicated to enhancing the lives of individuals across Bradford,

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Now Hiring: Philanthropy Manager

Join Our Team! The Scranton Area Community Foundation announces the addition of a Philanthropy Manager position to its dedicated team. We're seeking a detail-oriented, tech-savvy individual to oversee our diverse range of charitable funds, collaborate

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Please join us for the next Women in Philanthropy Quarterly Meeting!

This is our grant cycle meeting where you’ll have the opportunity to vote on selecting our next WIP grant recipients! Thursday, May 2, 2024   5:30 - 8:00 PMHotel Anthracite25 S. Main St., Carbondale, PA 18407   Please join us for the next

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Celebrating 70 years of creating charitable connections!

This year, as we celebrate the 70th anniversary of The Scranton Area Community Foundation, we reflect on the incredible journey we've shared together and the strides that we have made in making a difference for our community.   We’re honored to

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Robert H. Spitz Foundation Announces Its Spring 2024 Grant Cycle

The Robert H. Spitz Foundation will open the first of two grant cycles this year on April 1, 2024. Note that priority areas for funding will be divided between the two cycles:     Priority funding areas for the Spring grant cycle include:   The

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March 2024 | Fund News

Periodically, we like to share news and updates about the Funds that we manage. We're proud to work with these charitable funds that are making a difference in our communities! To learn more about all of our Funds in greater detail.

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Celebrating 70 years creating charitable connections…

In 2024, the Scranton Area Community Foundation celebrates 70 years of service and impact in our region. Since its founding in 1954, the Foundation has experienced tremendous growth, but one thing remains constant: the Foundation’s success is fueled by

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Apply now for a 2024 Women in Philanthropy Grant

Women in Philanthropy is now accepting grant applications from 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations and educational institutions for its 2024 grant...   2024 Women in Philanthropy Grant Cycle Now Open Women in Philanthropy is now accepting grant

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Get ready for NEPA Gives with these FREE trainings! ✨

Take advantage of these FREE NEPA Gives training sessions to help you prepare for your best fundraising year yet! NEPA Gives 2024 will take place on June 6-7, 2024. Don't miss these NEPA Gives 2024 Training Sessions! Is your organization

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NEPA GIVES 2024 registration is now open!

NEPA Gives 2024 will take place on June 6-7, 2024. NEPA GIVES 2024 registration is now open! Watch the Recap Video   NEPA Gives 2024 is hosted by   NEPA Gives 2024 is Sponsored by by  

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