Foundation Leadership

Foundation Leadership

At Scranton Area Community Foundation, our success has always been dependent on a high level of commitment and leadership from a dedicated group of community members. Over the years, many wonderful individuals have given their personal time and effort to assure the success and growth of our programs. We would like to acknowledge and thank those individuals currently involved, as well as those dedicated participants of the past.

Foundation Staff

The staff of Scranton Area Community Foundation is comprised of dedicated professionals who are devoted to helping our generous donors connect to the causes that they care about most.

Laura Ducceschi, MA, MBA, CAP®, CFRE

President and CEO

Maggie Martinelli, MBA

Chief Financial and Operating Officer

maggie@safdn.org

Vivian Williams, MBA

Vice President of Strategy

vivian@safdn.org

Cathy Fitzpatrick

Vice President of Grants and Scholarships

cathy@safdn.org

Brittany Pagnotti, MBA, CFRE, CAP®

Director of Donor Relations and Communications

brittany@safdn.org

Dana Hunter

Operations Manager

dana@safdn.org

Frank Caputo

Senior Grants and Scholarships Manager

frank@safdn.org

Brad Reid, MPA

Philanthropy Manager

brad@safdn.org

Mary Joyce

Communications Manager

mary@safdn.org

Amy Betts

Lead Community Impact Manager

amy@safdn.org

Koren L. Clark

Community Impact and Outreach Manager

koren@safdn.org

Jana Nelhybel, MA

Sustainability and Impact Manager

jana@safdn.org

Ryan Eckersley

Finance Manager

ryan@safdn.org

Rebecca Farrell, MS

Grants and Scholarships Manager
NEPA Animal Welfare Collaborative Coordinator

rebecca@safdn.org

Jacob Torba

Philanthropy Associate

jacob@safdn.org

Shanté English

Receptionist

shante@safdn.org

Board of Governors

The Scranton Area Community Foundation is governed by a Board of Governors who are appointed or elected because of their knowledge and understanding of community issues and opportunities. Our Board of Governors plays a vital role in the Scranton Area Community Foundation and reflects the diverse interests of our community, overseeing the work of the Foundation with commitment, foresight, and integrity.

As stewards of the Foundation, the Board establishes policy, leads the effort to build the endowment, reviews the investment performance of funds, and oversees our grantmaking efforts. The Board reviews recommendations and makes decisions on all grants to ensure that the philanthropic wishes of our donors are carried out. Board members are chosen for their understanding of regional issues and expertise in their professions.