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SUMMARY:NEPA Moves Q3 Meeting (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:NEPA Moves is a regional collaboration that brings together transportation providers\, nonprofits\, employers\, planners\, and community partners to share information\, strengthen coordination\, and address transportation barriers across Northeastern Pennsylvania.The quarterly meetings provide an opportunity to learn from regional leaders\, stay informed about transportation developments\, and explore ways organizations can work together to improve access to jobs\, healthcare\, education\, and essential services.Participants are welcome to attend either in person at the hosting transit agency or virtually via Zoom. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://safdn.org/event/nepa-moves-q3-meeting-hybrid/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEPA Moves
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260901T173000
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SUMMARY:Women in Philanthropy: Protecting Your Future. Preserving Your Legacy.  A Free Estate Planning Seminar for Women
DESCRIPTION:Women in Philanthropy is proud to offer this complimentary educational seminar\, designed to help women learn\, ask questions\, and gain confidence in planning for the future.Whether you’re just getting started or reviewing an existing estate plan\, you’ll gain a better understanding of the essential building blocks of estate planning in a supportive\, comfortable environment.Join estate planning attorney Jane Carlonas\, Esq.\, and financial advisor Ellen Burkey as they discuss topics including wills\, powers of attorney\, beneficiary designations\, organizing important financial and legal information\, and starting meaningful conversations with loved ones. They’ll also explore how charitable giving can become part of your legacy if it aligns with your personal values.You’ll leave with practical resources\, greater confidence\, and a clearer understanding of the next steps you can take wherever you are in your estate planning journey.No matter your age or stage of life\, planning ahead is one of the greatest gifts you can give yourself and the people you care about.Sponsored by Women in Philanthropy\, this complimentary seminar is open to all women. We hope you’ll join us and invite a friend\, sister\, daughter\, neighbor\, or colleague who may benefit from the conversation.Reserve your spot today! Space is limited\, and advance registration is requested. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet the presenters\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nJane M. Carlonas\, Esq.\, is an attorney and partner at Oliver\, Price & Rhodes LLP in Clarks Summit\, PA. A graduate of the University of Scranton and Duquesne University School of Law\, she is an active member of the Lackawanna Bar Association\, having served as its President in 2012. She currently serves on the Boards of Scranton Primary Health Care Center and St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen\, and remains a volunteer with St. Joseph’s Center Auxiliary\, where she previously served as Co-President. Her practice focuses on real estate and estate planning. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEllen Burkey\, MBA\, is a financial advisor with Ameriprise Financial in Clarks Summit. She holds a B.S. in Finance and Economics from Alfred University and an MBA from The University of Scranton. She has been actively involved in the community through organizations such as Saint Mary’s Villa in Elmhurst and the Abington Lions Club\, and has also served as a basketball commissioner and coach. She has shared her financial expertise through financial confidence classes offered by the Women in Philanthropy initiative at the Scranton Area Community Foundation\, in partnership with the Small Business Development Center at The University of Scranton. She resides in Dalton with her husband and has three children and one granddaughter.
URL:https://safdn.org/event/estate/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260915T193000
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SUMMARY:Women Who Shaped Lackawanna County: A Panel Discussion Celebrating Past Contributions and Present Impact
DESCRIPTION:Celebrating Women’s Leadership\, Generosity & Impact in Lackawanna CountyFor generations\, women have helped shape our communities\, not only through charitable giving\, but through leadership\, volunteerism\, advocacy\, service\, and a willingness to step forward when their communities needed them.As Pennsylvania and the nation commemorate 250 years\, join us for a special community conversation exploring the important role women have played in strengthening Lackawanna County’s past\, present\, and future.The conversation will bring together local leaders from the Lackawanna Historical Society\, The Century Club\, Junior League of Scranton\, and the Scranton Area Community Foundation—organizations that each offer a unique perspective on how women have shaped our region. Together\, panelists will explore women’s contributions through philanthropy\, volunteerism\, history\, civic engagement\, and community leadership\, while sharing stories and perspectives that connect our past to what community leadership can look like for the next generation. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nCome be inspired by the women who came before us\, celebrate the women making a difference today\, and consider the role each of us can play in shaping the next chapter of our community.Hosted by Women in Philanthropy\, an initiative of the Scranton Area Community Foundation\, this event reflects our belief that everyone has something meaningful to contribute to their community. By bringing women together to learn\, connect\, give\, volunteer\, and lead\, Women in Philanthropy creates opportunities to turn individual contributions into collective impact. We invite you to join us for this special conversation\, celebrate the women who have helped shape our region\, and discover how you can be part of what comes next. This event is part of the Scranton Area Community Foundation’s America250PA celebration.Before or after the program\, we invite you to visit the America250PA bell at the Scranton Area Community Foundation\, titled A State of Giving\, A City of Hope. Unveiled in September 2025\, the one-of-a-kind bell was designed by local artist Cherie Fruehan and is one of just over 100 bells placed across Pennsylvania as part of America250PA’s statewide Bells Across PA initiative commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. Sponsored by the Scranton Area Community Foundation with generous support from Susan and Dorrance Belin\, the bell celebrates our community’s history\, generosity\, and hope for the future.This event is free and open to the public. Registration is recommended and light fare will be provided. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://safdn.org/event/wip-panel/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIP
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SUMMARY:Strategic Board Recruitment
DESCRIPTION:Presented by Susan Decker of Susan Decker ConsultingStrong boards are intentionally built. This session explores the full board building cycle—from assessing current board composition and identifying future needs to recruiting\, onboarding\, engaging\, evaluating\, and transitioning board members. Participants will learn how to move beyond filling vacancies and instead adopt a strategic approach that aligns board talent\, diversity\, experience\, and leadership capacity with the organization’s mission and future goals.By the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\n\n\n\nExplain the stages of the board building cycle and how they contribute to long-term board effectiveness.\n\n\n\nAssess current board composition and identify gaps in skills\, experiences\, perspectives\, and community representation.\n\n\n\nDevelop a strategic recruitment plan aligned with organizational priorities and future leadership needs.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Now
URL:https://safdn.org/event/strategic-board-recruitment/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
CATEGORIES:Center for Community Leadership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T173000
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SUMMARY:Miss Representation • WIP Community Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:At the Scranton Area Community Foundation\, we believe strong communities are built through connection\, participation\, and shared purpose.Through our Women in Philanthropy initiative\, we invite you to join us for the third event in our 2026 Community Documentary Series. The evening will feature a screening of the powerful documentary\, Miss Representation.Miss Representation exposes how mainstream media and culture contribute to the under-representation of women in positions of power and influence in America. The film draws back a curtain to reveal a glaring reality we live with every day but fail to see – how the media’s limited and often disparaging portrayals of women and girls make it difficult for women to feel powerful and achieve leadership positions.Following the screening\, we will host a brief panel conversation.
URL:https://safdn.org/event/wip-community-documentary-screening-miss-representation/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T190000
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SUMMARY:Board–Executive Director Partnership
DESCRIPTION:A strong relationship between a nonprofit board and its Executive Director is essential to an organization’s success. This session will explore the key elements of a healthy board–Executive Director partnership\, including the distinct roles of governance and management\, effective communication practices\, shared accountability\, executive evaluation\, and leadership succession planning. Participants will discuss common challenges\, learn practical strategies for building trust and collaboration\, and gain tools to help boards provide meaningful support while maintaining appropriate oversight.Participants will learn how to: \n\n\n\n\nDefine the roles of the board\, board chair\, and Executive Director.Differentiate between governance and day-to-day management responsibilities.Build stronger communication and working relationships between board and staff leadership.Navigate common board–Executive Director challenges.Support effective Executive Director evaluation and development.Prepare for leadership transitions through succession planning.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://safdn.org/event/24327/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Community Leadership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261023T090000
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SUMMARY:How to Raise Major Gifts (and Prepare for a Capital Campaign\, Even if You’re Not Currently Planning One)
DESCRIPTION:This session is for executive directors and development staff who want to raise significantly more money for their organization by making the leap into major gift fundraising but haven’t had the courage or know-how to get started. If you want to start or grow your individual giving/major gifts program\, this session is for you. Whether a major gift for your organization is $1\,000 or $10\,000\, you will learn how to ask and receive more major gifts this year.And\, if you’re thinking about or planning for a capital campaign\, we’ll spend some time discussing how to prepare your donors for even bigger asks!Learning Outcomes: \n\n\n\n\nLearn strategies for identifying your best potential donors.\n\n\n\nSet aspirational and realistic goals for raising major gifts (and capital campaigns).\n\n\n\nIdentify cultivation strategies for your biggest and best potential donors.\n\n\n\nPractice asking for specific\, impact focused gifts.\n\n\n\nDevelop next steps for raising major gifts in the next 12 months.\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://safdn.org/event/how-to-raise-major-gifts-and-prepare-for-a-capital-campaign-even-if-youre-not-currently-planning-one/
LOCATION:Pennsylvania
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T120000
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SUMMARY:Program Planning for Impact: Using Logic Models to Focus\, Strengthen\, and Communicate Your Work
DESCRIPTION:A logic model is one of the most useful—and often most misunderstood—tools in program planning. In this highly interactive workshop\, you’ll learn how to create a clear\, practical logic model that helps you connect community needs\, program activities\, and desired outcomes to maximize impact.Using real-world examples and step-by-step guidance\, we’ll break down the process into manageable pieces and show how a logic model can strengthen planning\, improve communication\, and support evaluation efforts. Participants will have dedicated time to develop their own logic model\, and receive feedback from the facilitator and peers.You’ll leave with:– A completed (or nearly completed) logic model for your program– Greater confidence in articulating how your work creates change– A versatile tool you can use in grant applications\, staff onboarding\, marketing materials\, and stakeholder communications– Next steps to continue your workWhether you’re designing a new program or refining an existing one\, this session will help you clarify your strategy\, communicate your impact\, and position your work for success. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://safdn.org/event/program-planning-for-impact-using-logic-models-to-focus-strengthen-and-communicate-your-work/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Community Leadership
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T190000
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SUMMARY:NEPA Animal Welfare Collaborative Q4 Meeting
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://safdn.org/event/nepa-animal-welfare-collaborative-q4-meeting-2/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEPA Animal Welfare Collaborative
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261116T200000
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SUMMARY:Uncharitable • WIP Community Documentary Screening
DESCRIPTION:At the Scranton Area Community Foundation\, we believe strong communities are built through connection\, participation\, and shared purpose.Through our Women in Philanthropy initiative\, we invite you to join us for the fourth event in our 2026 Community Documentary Series. The evening will feature a screening of the powerful documentary\, Uncharitable.After three incredibly successful U.S. charitable campaigns were attacked by charity watchdogs\, destroying lives and cutting off precious resources\, many of the top influencers in the field knew something had to be done to overhaul the nonprofit sector.Led by Dan Pallotta\, whose record-breaking TED Talk on the subject has inspired leading philanthropists and changemakers\, this feature-length documentary directed by Stephen Gyllenhaal exposes the dark side of philanthropy and introduces a radical new way of giving. In a powerful call to action\, Uncharitable demands that charities be freed from traditional sackcloth-and-ashes constraints so they can truly change the world.Following the screening\, we will host a brief panel conversation.
URL:https://safdn.org/event/wip-community-documentary-screening-uncharitable/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:WIP
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T103000
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SUMMARY:NEPA Thrives Q4 Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Register Here
URL:https://safdn.org/event/nepa-thrives-q4-meeting/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:NEPA Thrives
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261120T103000
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SUMMARY:NEPA Moves Q4 Meeting (Hybrid)
DESCRIPTION:NEPA Moves is a regional collaboration that brings together transportation providers\, nonprofits\, employers\, planners\, and community partners to share information\, strengthen coordination\, and address transportation barriers across Northeastern Pennsylvania.The quarterly meetings provide an opportunity to learn from regional leaders\, stay informed about transportation developments\, and explore ways organizations can work together to improve access to jobs\, healthcare\, education\, and essential services.Participants are welcome to attend either in person at the hosting transit agency or virtually via Zoom. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://safdn.org/event/23803/
LOCATION:LCTA\, 300 S. Pennsylvania Avenue\, Wilkes-Barre\, Pennsylvania\, 18701\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261208T190000
DTSTAMP:20260727T230338Z
CREATED:20260727T230335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260727T230338Z
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SUMMARY:Board Orientation & Onboarding That Works
DESCRIPTION:Effective orientation sets the tone for successful board engagement. This session will help nonprofit leaders design onboarding processes that prepare new board members for meaningful participation. Topics include orientation materials\, mentoring approaches\, and strategies for engaging board members in their first year of service. \n\n\n\n\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://safdn.org/event/board-orientation-onboarding-that-works/
LOCATION:The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club\, 612 Jefferson Avenue\, Scranton\, Pennsylvania\, 18510\, United States
CATEGORIES:Center for Community Leadership
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