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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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LEARN about giving

Types of GivingGetting Started

There are three basic types of giving:

  • Single Contribution
  • Establish a Fund
  • Planned Giving



We can help you find the best way to meet you charitable goals.

 

Giving Now

One time gifts in any amount can be made at any time. EVERY contribution helps to enhance the quality of life for all the people in Lackawanna County. Don't wait, call TODAY!

Get involved, Give Now!

Establish a Fund

Whether you want to support a library, protect a park, revitalize the downtown, or start a scholarship to promote a particular field of study, we can set up an ongoing fund for long-term benefit to the charity, organization, or other recipient of your choice.

There are a variety of types of funds available. We can explain the variety of types of funds available and provide valuable resources that will help you find the information that you need to determine the best way to establish your fund.

Planned Giving

Life income and other planned gifts create positive opportunities for you and local charities. These may be created during your lifetime, or by bequest. If you would like to defer your gifts through a will or other financial tool, the Foundation’s knowledge of local needs can provide the you with valuable resources for giving.

Planned Giving contributions may be made in a variety of ways including:

  • Charitable Remainder Trust
  • Charitable Lead Trust
  • Charitable Lead Trust
  • Life Insurance



Regardless of the type of planned giving, Scranton Area Foundation can provide a convenient, flexible vehicle for your giving that makes a permanent contribution to the community.

 

Marion M. Isaacs 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 Marion M. Isaacs Legacy Circle

 

 

LEARN about givingWhether 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.

  • Single Contribution
  • Ongoing Contributions to an Existing Fund
  • Establish a Fund
  • Planned Giving

One time gifts in any amount can be made at any time. Get involved, Give now, Contact Us
 

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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Answers to FAQs

Find answers to the most frequently asked questions ins our FAQ section

 

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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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