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Scranton Area Foundation
Suite 608
321 Spruce Street
Scranton, Pennsylvania 18503
Phone (570) 347-6203
Fax (570) 347-7587
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  • The Scranton Area Foundation is a tax-exempt public, community charity created by and for the people of Scranton and Lackawanna County.

    . . . of, for, and by the people.

     

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  • We help plant the seeds of community by assisting donors to carry out their charitable giving through organized philanthropy.

     

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  • Our purpose is to meet a wide variety of educational, cultural, human service and other charitable needs throughout Lackawanna County. We carry out this purpose through the distribution of income from endowment funds established by donors.


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  • We carry out this purpose through the distribution of income from endowment funds established by donors.


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  • You don't need to be wealthy to contribute to the community...

    Whether you make a single contribution or establish a fund, EVERY contribution helps to enhance the quality of life for all the people in Lackawanna County.


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The Scranton Area Foundation has established the James F. Swift Scholarship to assist students from Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania high schools, who plan to continue their education in a college or university program. Renewable scholarships are offered each year for full-time study at an accredited institution, preferably one of the Lackawanna County colleges or universities, of the student’s choice.

$4000 Scholarships from James F. Swift Scholarship Program
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Marion M Issacs Legacy Circle

Looking for a simple way to give back to the community?

Consider joining the Marion M. Isaacs Legacy Circle. Anyone can join. There is no minimum gift amount required to be a member.

Learn more about the: Legacy Circle

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What is a Community Foundation?

A community foundation is a collection of separate funds established by individuals, organizations and others to support the future and sustain the present of a community.

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Why Give?

We are here to help you achieve your current and long term philanthropic goals. Whether you want to make a one-time gift or you would like to start a fund to promote your legacy, we offer a number of options for giving now and giving later.

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Where To Start?

You don't need to be wealthy to contribute to the community -  EVERY contribution counts!

Whether you want to make a one-time gift, establish a fund, or defer your gifts thr

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