PA Inclusive is proud to receive a $7,000 Community Needs Grant from the Scranton Area Community Foundation to support its Transitional Academy Social Club (TASC). This grant will enhance job training opportunities for individuals with disabilities in Lackawanna County, helping to promote inclusion and employment equity across the region.
The Scranton Area Community Foundation’s Community Needs Grants program funds nonprofit initiatives that address critical needs and enhance the quality of life for Lackawanna County residents. Foundation leadership and the Grants Distribution Committee review grant applications, emphasizing community impact, organizational capability, and project sustainability.
“We are honored to receive this grant, which will directly support our mission of building inclusive workplaces and empowering individuals with diverse abilities,” said Anthony Melf, of PA Inclusive. “This funding allows us to continue creating pathways to employment for those who need it most.”
PA Inclusive’s programs serve young adults with disabilities, equipping them with real-world work experience, job coaching, and opportunities for growth in supportive environments. The Community Needs Grant will help further these efforts through expanded services and resources.
A check presentation was held with representatives from both organizations. Featured in the photo (left to right): Barbara O’Hara, Board Advisor; Cathy Fitzpatrick, Director of Grants & Scholarships; Ayden Thomas, TASC Student of PA Inclusive; Anthony Melf, Transitional Employment Project Manager of PA Inclusive; and Laura Ducceschi, CEO of Scranton Area Community Foundation.
To learn more about the Scranton Area Community Foundation and the Community Needs Grants, visit www.safdn.org. To learn more about PA Inclusive, visit www.painclusive.org.
About the Scranton Area Community Foundation:
The Scranton Area Community Foundation responsibly stewards resources and inspires transformative philanthropy to build a strong and vibrant community. With over $100 million in assets under management and more than 415 charitable funds, the Scranton Area Community Foundation has served as a steward, grantmaker, charitable resource, and catalyst for change since 1954. The Foundation leads various initiatives, including Women in Philanthropy, the Center for Community Leadership and Nonprofit Excellence, NEPA Moves, and the NEPA Animal Welfare Collaborative. Additionally, the Foundation hosts and facilitates NEPA Gives and the NEPA Learning Conference. The Scranton Area Community Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, tax-exempt organization confirmed in compliance with National Standards of U.S. Community Foundations. More information about the Scranton Area Community Foundation can be found at www.safdn.org.
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PA Inclusive is a provider of services for people with disabilities who have a ‘Waiver for Service’ through the Pennsylvania Office of Developmental Programs (ODP). We provide In-Home and Community Supports, Companion Services, Supported Employment, and Supported Living Services.
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