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<\/p>\nThe Diocese of Scranton is once again participating in NEPA Gives 2026. The 24-hour online giving extravaganza \u2013 held on the first Thursday of June \u2013 allows donors to make secure donations to their favorite nonprofit organization.<\/p>\n
Donations can be enhanced with bonus funds provided by NEPA Gives sponsors \u2013 making donor dollars stretch even further! Nonprofits, like the Diocese of Scranton, will also be eligible for cash prizes.<\/p>\n
NEPA Gives 2026 will take place from 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, June 4, 2026, to 7:00 p.m. on Friday, June 5, 2026.<\/p>\n
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We are excited to invite all of our supporters \u2013 especially our Catholic school families \u2013 to participate in the Diocese of Scranton\u2019s official kickoff of NEPA Gives 2026 at the Soccer and Saints: The Carlo Cup Games!<\/p>\n
This fun-filled community event will celebrate faith, school spirit, and generosity as the Diocese of Scranton Catholic Schools launch the 24-hour NEPA Gives fundraising campaign.<\/p>\n
Event Details
\ud83d\udcc5 Thursday, June 4, 2026
\u23f0 5:30 p.m. \u2013 8:00 p.m.
\ud83d\udccd St. Ann\u2019s Monastery & Shrine Basilica
1233 St. Ann Street, Scranton<\/p>\n
Families are encouraged to:
\u2022 Bring blankets and\/or lawn chairs
\u2022 Pack a picnic basket
\u2022 Create and bring school spirit signs to cheer on our school
\u2022 Wear your school colors and show your pride!<\/p>\n
The evening will feature:
\u26bd Friendly soccer-themed competitions and activities
\ud83c\udfb5 Special guest performances, including Fr. Jim Paisley
\ud83c\udfc6 Prizes for the best theme-friendly picnic display
\ud83c\udf89 Opportunities to support our school during the NEPA Gives campaign<\/p>\n
This year\u2019s campaign is inspired by Blessed Carlo Acutis, whose faith and passion for sharing the Gospel continue to inspire young people around the world.<\/p>\n
We hope you will join us as we kick off NEPA Gives, celebrate our Catholic school community, and cheer on our school as part of Team DoS!<\/p>\n
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