NeighborWorks Northeastern Pennsylvania

10/15/2026

Thinking about buying a home someday? October is Financial Planning Month, making it a good time to start thinking about what homeownership could look like for you.

For many people, preparing for homeownership starts with understanding your finances, knowing where your credit stands, learning about available assistance and having someone help you make a plan. Through our Pathways to Homeownership program, we offer free financial coaching to help you understand where you are now and what steps you can take to prepare for homeownership.

You don’t have to be ready to buy a home this year, or even next year, to get started. We’ll meet you where you are and help you work toward where you want to be.

Ready to take the first step? Learn more at https://nwnepa.org/programs/homeownership-center/.

10/13/2026

NeighborWorks was awarded a $25,000 grant from The Robert H. Spitz Foundation through the Scranton Area Community Foundation to assist with our foreclosure intervention program. This program provides financial assistance and housing counseling to Lackawanna County homeowners facing temporary financial hardship. Read more on our blog:

NeighborWorks was awarded a $25,000 grant from The Robert H. Spitz Foundation to assist with its foreclosure intervention program.

10/09/2026

Emily Arcaro, Community Development Specialist, has been named a Window Keeper by PA Humanities through her work with Carbondale Heart & Soul and her ongoing work in the City of Carbondale.

Read more on our blog:

Emily Arcaro named among 180 Window Keepers by PA Humanities.

10/07/2026

Winter is coming, and we invite you to kick it off with us on Giving Tuesday on December 1st!

By joining the movement for this year's , you’ll help us deliver another year of life-changing programming in our area: you're helping seniors remain in their communities safely and with dignity, first-time homeowners move into their new homes and help our neighborhoods look more beautiful.

Mark your calendar now for December 1st and bookmark our give day page! https://allonegiveday.causevox.com/o/neighborworks-northeastern-pennsylvania

10/06/2026

We’d like to wish our very own Ellen Holden a happy 21-year anniversary with NeighborWorks Northeastern Pennsylvania!

Before becoming an employee, Ellen was a client herself, which gave her a firsthand understanding of the impact our work can have on homeowners, families and our community.

As Ellen puts it, “I know firsthand the impact the many programs NWNEPA offers to homeowners and our community overall. The value is immeasurable.”

For more than two decades, Ellen has brought that perspective to her work and helped countless neighbors along the way. We’re so grateful for her years of service, her dedication to our mission and the unique personal connection she brings to our work.

09/30/2026

Please join us and our friends at United Neighborhood Centers of Northeastern Pennsylvania for the fall 2026 edition of the Scranton Neighborhood Leaders Forum!

Taking place Wednesday, October 7, the Neighborhood Leaders Forum features presentations and information on programs and services available to increase quality of life in your neighborhood.

This edition of the Forum will feature presentations from the Lackawanna County District Attorney's Office, the Edward R. Leahy Jr. Clinic for the Uninsured (University of Scranton), and the Scranton Redevelopment Authority.

The Forum will be held at the Electric City Trolley Museum, located at 300 Cliff Street, Scranton, 18503. Free parking is available at the museum; dinner will be provided for all in attendance.

The Forum is open to the public, with information oriented to Scranton residents. Registration is required, and can be completed via the link below:

https://forms.monday.com/forms/29c5913db6b8c64475364c5b8d169966?r=use1

09/30/2026

NeighborWorks is excited to announce that Jim Jennings has joined the team as our first Director of Strategic Initiatives!

Jim brings years of experience in community development, housing, local government and strategic planning. His work with the Wayne County Housing Taskforce, Honesdale Borough Council and other community partners has given him firsthand experience bringing people and organizations together to address housing and community development challenges.

He’s especially excited to help develop new partnerships and approaches to expand affordable housing opportunities, including new housing in Scranton and beyond. He looks forward to working with residents and community partners to turn ideas into tangible, lasting investments across our region.

Want to read his full bio? Check out our blog on our website: https://nwnepa.org/news-events/blog.html/article/2026/09/30/neighborworks-welcomes-new-director-of-strategic-initiatives

Please join us in welcoming Jim to the team!

NeighborWorks is pleased to welcome Jim Jennings to the team.

09/25/2026

Join us in celebrating Fernanda Proaño, one of our amazing HUD-Certified Housing Counselors, on her four-year anniversary with NeighborWorks! Your dedication and hard work make a difference in our community. Thank you for everything you do, Fernanda!

09/22/2026

NeighborWorks is excited to announce that Katherine Kearney has joined the team as our new Director of Community Development!

Katherine brings years of experience in community engagement, volunteer coordination and program management. Her previous work managing a neighborhood revitalization initiative in South Scranton gave her firsthand experience bringing residents, organizations and community partners together to strengthen neighborhoods.

She’s especially excited to build authentic, lasting partnerships with residents, local leaders and community organizations across Northeastern Pennsylvania. She looks forward to working alongside them to strengthen neighborhoods and expand NeighborWorks’ impact across the region.

Want to read her full bio? Check out our blog on our website: https://nwnepa.org/news-events/blog.html/article/2026/09/22/neighborworks-welcomes-new-director-of-community-development

Please join us in welcoming Katie to the team!

NeighborWorks is pleased to welcome Katie Kearney to the team.