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October 2023 | Fund News

News and updates about charitable funds making a difference in our communities! PGA Tour Golfer Brandon Matthews Donates $200,000 during 3rd Annual NEPA Invitational to support Geisinger Janet Weis Children's Hospital PGA Tour player Brandon

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PGA TOUR Golfer Brandon Matthews Donates $200,000 during 3rd Annual NEPA Invitational to support Geisinger Janet Weis Children’s Hospital

Scranton, PA — The third annual NEPA Invitational, hosted by PGA Tour player Brandon Matthews, was held at the Country Club of Scranton on September 22-24. This charity pro-am golf event attracted current and former PGA Tour pros, amateurs, and

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Announcing Flood Relief Grant Programs for Flood Victims

Scranton Area Community Foundation to Announce Flood Relief Grant Programs for Lackawanna County Flood Victims In response to the severe storms that struck Lackawanna County in September, the Scranton Area Community Foundation is establishing a flood

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Please join us for the Women in Philanthropy Annual Celebration

You’re invited to attend the Women in Philanthropy Annual Celebration on the evening of Wednesday, November 8, 2023, beginning at 6:00 p.m. at POSH at the Scranton Club. Join us as we celebrate the impact Women in

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Foundation hosts 4th NEPA Learning Conference

Foundation hosts 4th NEPA Learning Conference Over 200 participants from 90+ local nonprofit organizations attend The Scranton Area Community Foundation, through its Center for Community Leadership & Nonprofit Excellence, hosted the 4th

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September 2023 Fund News

News and updates about charitable funds making a difference in our communities! Harry P. McGrath Memorial Golf Tournament Benefits YMCA’s Summer Learning Loss Prevention Program On Friday, September 15th, the Harry P. McGrath, Esq. Memorial

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Getting the Most From Your Grant Writing Efforts

Getting the Most From Your Grant Writing Efforts Full-day, in-person grant writing workshop will teach participants strategies and skills for writing successful grant applications Obtaining grants is a process. Getting the Most From Your

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Lackawanna County Flood Relief Fund

Lackawanna County Flood Relief Fund Created to Address Needs of Flood Victims Update 10/30/2023: City of Scranton residents can apply for flood relief funding from the City of Scranton Disaster Recovery Individual Assistance program

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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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August 2023 // Fund News

News and updates about charitable funds making a difference in our communities! Fruits & Roots Community Refrigerator at Valley Community Library Fruits & Roots Community Fridge at Valley Community Library (739 River St.,

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