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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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Now Hiring Social Media & Marketing Intern

Join our team! The Scranton Area Community Foundation is seeking a highly motivated and creative Social Media and Marketing Intern to join our team. The ideal candidate will assist in developing and implementing marketing strategies, social media,

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Staff and Board in Motion – January 2024

Foundation Staff and Board in Motion Announcing a few exciting updates to staff and board member roles in 2024! Scranton Area Community Foundation Board of Governors Updates Patti Thomas is joining the Scranton Area Community Foundation

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Scranton Opens $1 Million Grants Program to Support Childcare Recipients and Providers

Scranton Opens $1 Million Grants Program to Support Childcare Recipients and Providers through ARPA Funding The Scranton Area Community Foundation will administer the new grant program. The City of Scranton is providing $1 million in support to

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Staff and Board in Motion – August 2023

Staff and Board in Motion – August 2023 Check out what our team members have been up to recently… Laura Ducceschi appointed to the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia’s Economic and Community Advisory Council Congratulations to our

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ATHENA Leadership Award presented to Laura Ducceschi

Laura Ducceschi receives ATHENA Leadership Award on International Women’s Day Scranton Area Community Foundation’s President and CEO, Laura Ducceschi, was presented with the 2023 ATHENA Leadership Award during the International … Women’s Day

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