4th Annual NEPA Gives Close to Reaching $1 Million The 4th annual NEPA Gives is underway—where 250+ local nonprofit organizations are working together across eight counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania for 24 hours to collectively raise awareness about the critical work they carry out across the region and raise much-needed funds. As of June 2nd, NEPA Gives raised over $822,087 for participating nonprofits with more donations still rolling in. To celebrate NEPA Gives, there was an in-person event on Friday evening, June 2, at the Hilton Scranton Conference Center to coincide with First Friday Scranton. The ‘Give Gathering’ celebration included live entertainment including music by Black Tie Stereo, giveaways, real-time and live-streamed updates on NEPA Gives with Chris Strub, known nationally as ‘The Giving Day Guy’, and opportunities for the general public to meet many of the participating nonprofits. This event is for all ages and is free to attend. Promoted as the single largest day of philanthropy in Northeastern Pennsylvania, NEPA Gives is a 24-hour online giving extravaganza that’s all about giving back to the community. NEPA Gives is hosted by the Scranton Area Community Foundation, in partnership with The Luzerne Foundation, Greater Pike Community Foundation, Wayne County Community Foundation, Carbon County Community Foundation, Posture Interactive, and other community sponsors. Hundreds of thousands of dollars in matching funds, incentives, and prizes provided by various community partners, businesses, and sponsors made donations to participating nonprofits during NEPA Gives stretch even further. This is the fourth year for NEPA Gives. In the past three years, NEPA Gives has raised nearly $3 million for hundreds of local nonprofit organizations in Northeastern Pennsylvania. To learn more about #NEPAGives, visit nepagives.org or contact Brittany Pagnotti, Communications Manager of the Scranton Area Community Foundation at 570-347-6203.
Johnson College Now Enrolling Students in CDL Driver Training Course Johnson College in partnership with Ancora Education is now enrolling students in its Class A CDL Driver Training course that begins on June 12, 2023, at the College’s new satellite campus, Johnson College at the CAN DO Training Center, in Hazle Township. Students will learn to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. Emphasis is placed on vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380 -397 and a certificate for entry-level drivers), trip planning, cargo handling, size/weight laws, general maintenance procedures, hours of service, and accident prevention. Participants in this 160-hour program can obtain their CDL in as little as four weeks. The course complies with the new Entry Level Driver Training (ELDT) rules established by the Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration (FMCSA), which went into effect in February 2022. To learn more or to enroll in the Class A CDL Driver Training course, visit johnson.edu/hazleton-cdl or contact the College’s Continuing Education department at continuinged@johnson.edu
Saint Joseph’s Center to Host Summer Festival The Saint Joseph’s Center Summer Festival will be held at Marywood University on Friday, July 28 from 4—10 pm, Saturday, July 29 from 4—10 pm and Sunday, July 30 from Noon to 7 pm. Familiar favorites include the return of the Taco Stand, The Grill, Potato Pancake and Lemonade stands. Bingo, Children’s Games and the giant slide will be featured along with traditional stands like It’s a Wrap, Tricky Trays, The Book Booth, and General Store. We are happy to announce that this is the 26th Anniversary of the Go Joe Bike Ride! We are forever grateful to Joe Snedeker and WNEP for all the miles, friendships and great memories thanks to the Go Joe Bike Ride. Each year, Joe pedals hundreds of miles, within and beyond WNEP’s viewing area to raise critical funds for important resources for individuals and families served by Saint Joseph’s Center. WNEP will host the Annual Telethon on Friday, July 28th and Saturday, July 29th, 2023 from 7:00 pm to 9:00 pm on the Festival Grounds at Marywood University. Viewers can tune in to watch WNEP-TV 16 and learn more about the positive ways that Saint Joseph’s Center is impacting the community.
The Greater Scranton YMCA Recognizes Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month The Greater Scranton YMCA recognizes the impact of Alzheimer’s in communities and the impact physical activity has on preventing it. Below, the Greater YMCA has information on ways to stay active. June is National Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month. Worldwide, more than 55 million people are living with Alzheimer’s or another form of dementia. Did you know that studies have shown that physical activity reduces the risk of cognitive decline? At the Greater Scranton YMCA, we promote the importance of physical activity at any age! Just a little bit of activity can go a long way in helping improve brain health. Check out some of the great offerings in our community below, which can be used as a great start on anyone’s health and wellness journey: Silver Sneakers focuses on strengthening muscles and increasing range of movement for daily life activities. Participants can use hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a Silver Sneakers ball. Often a chair is used for seated exercises or standing support. The Art of Connection: Spirited Art® is an optimistic, creative painting class for folks who want to learn the basics of acrylic painting in the company of great friends. In each class, we will show you step-by-step how to create your own masterpiece that you can be proud of and take home. Spend some time and relax with us. Enhance®Fitness is a proven, community-based senior fitness and arthritis management program. Its purpose is to help older adults become more active, energized and empowered for independent living. For more information about Enhance®Fitness, contact Brandon Whipple. Personal Training: Training with our certified personal trainers is a great way to get in shape safely, efficiently and effectively. They provide the motivation necessary for you to achieve your goals with regular fitness testing, personalized programming and accountability. For more information, please contact Brandon Whipple, Program Director, at bwhipple@gsymca.org or visit www.greaterscrantonymca.org.
The Catherine McAuley Center Expands Services The Catherine McAuley Center expands services to include single fathers and intact families. For many years, the Catherine McAuley Center has provided shelter to women and children experiencing homelessness. However, recognizing that there are still unmet needs within the community, the center is thrilled to announce its expansion of services. In addition to providing shelter to women and children, the center will now also offer assistance to single fathers and intact families. The Catherine McAuley Center acknowledges that homelessness is a complex issue that affects individuals from all backgrounds. According to Executive Director Krista Murray, “Our decision to broaden our services was driven by the realization that there is a lack of resources for single fathers and intact families in our community that are experiencing homelessness.” The center is eager to begin assisting these groups in their journey towards a brighter future. For more information on these expanded services, please contact the Catherine McAuley Center at 570-342-1342.
Youth For Christ To Host Golf Classic Tournament The Youth For Christ will be hosting their annual Golf Classic on Monday, August 28th, 2023 at the StoneHedge Golf Course. The registration will begin at 10:00 am and will start at 11:00 am. The dinner and awards portion of this event is anticipated to begin 4:00 pm. The registration includes breakfast, dinner, green fee and carts, door prizes, novelty holes, and tournament swag. Contact Caleb Hicks at 570-351-4819 for Sponsorship Information Youth-For-Christ-Golf-Tournament-23-Postcard-Flyer-pdfDownload
Carbondale Area Jr Sr High School to Host 2023 Career Day On Tuesday, October 17th, Carbondale Area Junior Senior High School will be hosting their second Career Day for grades 7-12. This will be an exciting day as these students will have the opportunity to listen and interact with several presenters from various occupations. To enhance their experience, these students will be involved in lessons and activities in the weeks leading up to our Career Day. The Carbondale Area Junior High School is currently looking for presenters who represent the various “pathways” available for students to follow after secondary school (ex. Those who have chosen to go to college, apprenticeships, directly out to the world of work or to university or certificate programs.) They would like the students to learn about personal experiences as well as the various requirements, aspects, and opportunities associated with that career. If you have any questions, please call Licia Olivetti at 1-844-330-2273 ext. 1150. Career-Day-Letter-2023Download
Nearme Yoga to Host 10th Annual NEPA Yoga Festival The annual NEPA Yoga Festival will be held June 10-11 at Montage Mountain. The family-friendly event will feature over 80 offerings through the weekend, including yoga, meditation, hiking, wellness and inspirational speakers, live art, music, vendors, and much more! Visit NepaYogaFest.com to learn more and register.
Maternal and Family Health Services Welcomes New CFO Margaret Manley, CPA, has joined Maternal and Family Health Services as Chief Financial Officer. She brings over 15 years of experience leveraging in-depth financial, accounting, auditing, and business expertise to drive organizational development, growth, and regulatory compliance across diverse industries, including non-profits.
WBS Penguins 2023 Goal In One Golf Classic The Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation will be hosting their annual Goal in One Classic on July 24th at the Fox Hill Country. Registration will begin at 9:00 am and will be followed by the shotgun at 10:00 am. This event benefits the Wilkes-Barre/Scranton Penguins Goals Foundation which aims to remove the barriers on and off the ice by supporting and creating programs to make youth sports more accessible, to advocate for education, and offer support to Northeastern Pennsylvania communities and their programming. For more information about sponsorship, please contact Chris Sipsky at 570-709-5868 or email at csipsky@wbspenguins.com.
