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WIP Summer Garden Party 2024 – Registration Now Open

Registration Now Open!Women in Philanthropy’s Summer Garden Party & Networking Event   Join Women in Philanthropy for its Summer Garden Party & Networking Event. Attendees will receive a brief update on accomplishments made possible by Women

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Robert H. Spitz Foundation Fall 2024 Grant Cycle Now Open

Starting today, August 1st, 2024, the Robert H. Spitz Foundation has opened the second of its two 2024 grant cycles.   Priority funding areas for the Fall grant cycle include:   The Robert H. Spitz Foundation's Fall 2024 grant cycle is the second and

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Scranton Area Community Foundation Announces 2024 James F. Swift Scholarship Recipients

Scranton, PA – Twenty students from thirteen different high schools in the area have each been awarded a prestigious scholarship through the James F. Swift Scholarship Fund administered by the Scranton Area Community

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Fund News | July 2024

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 community. To learn more about all of our Funds in greater detail, please visit our the

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Celebrating 70 Years of Impact!

The Scranton Area Community Foundation today announces the launch of its 70th Anniversary Campaign, commemorating seven decades of dedicated service and impactful philanthropy in Northeastern Pennsylvania.   As we celebrate our milestone year, we are

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NOW HIRING: COMMUNICATIONS MANAGER

The Scranton Area Community Foundation is now hiring a Communications Manager to join its dedicated team. This full-time position is responsible for managing the Foundation’s communication and media strategy, including social media and other online

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Scranton Area Community Foundation Celebrates 2024 James F. Swift Scholarship Recipients

Scranton Area Community Foundation Celebrates 2024 James F. Swift Scholarship Recipients PHOTO: JAMES F. SWIFT SCHOLARSHIP RECIPIENTS1st row (left to right): Barbara O’Hara, Scranton Area Community Foundation Board Governor; Allyson Stafursky;

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Register Now: Your Smartphone is the Best Marketing Tool

The Center for Community Leadership & Nonprofit Excellence invites you to attend:Your Smartphone is the Best Marketing ToolMonday, July 8, 20249:00 - 11:00 AMat Urban Co-Works116 N Washington Ave, 3rd Floor, ScrantonCost: $15Presented by: Posture

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Fund News || June 2024

Fund News || June 2024Periodically, 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 community.To learn more about all of our Funds in greater detail,

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SAF Funds Announce 2024 Grant Cycles Starting July 1st!

SAF Funds Announce 2024 Grant Cycles Starting July 1st!The following funds at the Scranton Area Community Foundation will hold their 2024 grant cycles from July 1, 2024 to August 12, 2024. All applications must be submitted through the

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