Scranton Area Community Foundation

Women in Philanthropy Q1 Dinner and Business Meeting
2026-01-22 17:30 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club, 612 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510, United States
Join us for an evening of connection and conversation as we explore the next chapter of Women in Philanthropy and help shape its future.Following a vision shared by President & CEO Laura Ducceschi at last fall’s Annual Celebration, Women in Philanthropy is launching a multi-year campaign to respond to growing needs across our region—including housing stability, mental health, financial security, and pathways to opportunity for women and families.What to Expect on January 22:

Ways to engage beyond financial giving through your time and talents

Updates on the Mental Health Advisory Council

A preview of upcoming learning and connection opportunities

An overview of the Women in Philanthropy multi-year campaign and its impact

Tools to confidently share why Women in Philanthropy matters

This meeting will help guide Women in Philanthropy’s direction in 2026 and beyond. Your voice matters.

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2025 Women in Philanthropy Annual Celebration
2025-11-05 17:00 - 19:00 | The Scranton Area Community Foundation at the Century Club, 612 Jefferson Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18510, United States
Join us on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, as we celebrate the impact Women in Philanthropy has made on the lives of women, girls, and their families in Northeastern Pennsylvania this past year—and get a glimpse of what’s to come for WIP in 2026.This special evening will:

Celebrate the dedication of our WIP supporters

Highlight the incredible impact we make together each year

Share exciting updates and future plans for Women in Philanthropy

Honor the recipients of the Margaretta Belin Chamberlin Award and the Roseann Smith Alperin Award—two awards that celebrate exceptional women dedicated to strengthening our community.

Stay tuned—registration details and more information will be coming soon!

Women in Philanthropy: Summer Garden Party and Networking Event
2025-08-07 17:30 - 19:30 | Lace Village, 1315 Meylert Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18509, United States
Join us at Women in Philanthropy’s Summer Garden Party and Networking Event, open to all WIP supporters and friends!Enjoy hors d’oeuvres, light refreshments, and great company as you connect with fellow Women in Philanthropy Supporters. You’ll hear inspiring success stories from recent WIP microloan recipients—real examples of the impact you help make possible.Have a friend who’s curious about getting involved? Invite them along! Our ‘New Supporter Station’ will offer a quick and easy way to learn more and join Women in Philanthropy on the spot.This is a complimentary event, and all are welcome. Bring a friend and help us grow a powerful network of women supporting women, girls, and their families in NEPA!

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Women in Philanthropy Spring Grant Meeting
2025-05-08 17:30 - 20:00 | Hilton Scranton, 100 Adams Avenue, Scranton, Pennsylvania, 18503, United States
Join us for an evening of networking, refreshments, and the opportunity to hear from the 2025 Women in Philanthropy grant finalists, each addressing critical needs in our community within these six impact areas:

Civic Engagement & Advocacy

Financial Education

Affordable & Attainable Housing

Affordable Childcare

Mental Health

STEAM Education

During this Spring Grant meeting at the Hilton Scranton, you’ll have the chance to vote for the organizations you would like Women in Philanthropy to support. Your voice will help shape the future of our community!Hors d’oeuvres and refreshments will be served. This is a complimentary event for all WIP supporters and their guests. General admission (non-WIP attendees) tickets will be available at the door for $30.

Women in Philanthropy Development Committee Meeting
2025-03-13 17:30 - 19:00 | Ameriprise Financial Services, 604 South State Street, Suite 201, Clarks Summit, Pennsylvania, 18411, United States
Please join us at the next WIP Development Committee Meeting!On February 13th, the Women in Philanthropy Development Committee met to discuss key strategies for expanding membership, enhancing donor outreach, and increasing program visibility. The meeting highlighted the importance of engaging younger women and underrepresented communities, diversifying donor support, and exploring new opportunities for corporate partnerships and media exposure.If you missed this meeting but are interested in helping advance WIP’s mission through this committee, we invite you to attend the next Development Committee Meeting on Thursday, March 13, 2025, from 5:30 to 7:00 PM at Ameriprise Financial Services. Development Committee co-chair Ellen Burkey will host the meeting.

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