Learn to move beyond surface-level listening and uncover the aspirations, values, and stories that drive community action. This session teaches diagnostic listening—helping leaders identify key themes and motivations to craft messages that resonate, inspire, and mobilize meaningful systems change. Start 2026 strong and continue the momentum from the NEPA Learning Conference!If you work in and...
The NEPA Animal Welfare Collaborative is inviting members and community partners to participate in the next Advocacy Committee meeting. The Advocacy Committee: If you’re passionate about advancing humane policies and collaboration across our region, we encourage you to join this important conversation. Questions? Contact us at awc@safdn.org.Let’s work together to strengthen animal welfare advocacy across...
In partnership with the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, the Scranton Area Community Foundation will welcome Molly Wood from the Lehigh and Northampton Transportation Authority (LANTA) for an engaging session on transit-supportive land use—what it means, why it matters, and how it can benefit our region’s developers, planners, and communities.Molly Wood, a planner and land...
Adam Scavette from the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia will present findings from the new report on “Occupational Exposure to Generative AI in the Third Federal Reserve District,” offering insight into how AI may shift tasks, skill needs, and workforce strategy in our region.Following the presentation, we will provide a brief year-end wrap-up of the...
Join the Scranton Area Community Foundation and PNC Private Bank for an informative session on how the recently enacted ‘One Big Beautiful Bill’ may influence charitable giving, estate planning, and nonprofit strategy.As new tax laws take effect, understanding their implications on both personal philanthropy and organizational sustainability is essential. Experts from PNC will share valuable...
We’re excited to invite you to our NEPA Animal Welfare Collaborative Fourth Quarter Meeting — an opportunity to connect, share, and learn with others committed to advancing animal welfare in Northeastern Pennsylvania.
Discover how small, strategic actions can create big shifts in complex systems. Using tools from systems mapping and Strategic CaseMaking™, participants will pinpoint where power lies, identify barriers, and develop targeted strategies to activate the most promising leverage points for lasting change. Start 2026 strong and continue the momentum from the NEPA Learning Conference!If you...
Join us as we come together to celebrate community, impact, and generosity across Northeastern Pennsylvania!The Scranton Area Community Foundation invites you to our signature year-end event on Jueves, Diciembre 4, 2025 at 5 PM recognizing the donors, partners, and organizations who help strengthen our region every day.This year holds special meaning as we mark our...
Join us for an evening of connection and conversation as we explore the next chapter of Women in Philanthropy and help shape its future.Following a vision shared by President & CEO Laura Ducceschi at last fall’s Annual Celebration, Women in Philanthropy is launching a multi-year campaign to respond to growing needs across our region—including housing...
Are you ready to strengthen your nonprofit’s fundraising efforts?NEPA Gives is back on Junio 4-5, 2026! Before the region’s largest giving event returns, join us for a practical, high-impact session designed to help you make NEPA Gives 2026 your most successful year yet.This event will provide essential insights and tools to help your organization succeed,...
