United Way of Lackawanna
United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Counties is a nonprofit civic and social organization headquartered in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1921, the organization operates as a public charity dedicated to improving quality of life across Lackawanna, Wayne, and Pike counties in Northeastern Pennsylvania. The organization employs 17 staff members and maintains a commitment to accountability and transparency in deploying donor and grantor resources.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$9.8M
+6.7% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.6M
+5.0% YoY
Grant Count
39
+11.4% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$42K
-5.8% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
The organization's mission is to improve the quality of life of the people of Lackawanna and Wayne counties by serving as a catalyst for community problem-solving and conducting an efficient, encompassing volunteer fundraising effort to positively impact the community's most compelling social problems.
United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Counties focuses on three primary priority areas:
- Financial Security – Supporting household economic stability and workforce readiness
- Healthy Community – Advancing access to healthcare and health-related services
- Youth Opportunity – Promoting student success and educational access
The organization invests in programs addressing root causes of community challenges, with particular emphasis on education, health services, and income-related support. Recent initiatives include Age Friendly Lackawanna, a collaborative of nearly 30 community organizations supporting aging individuals, and the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) Program providing free tax filing assistance.
Grantmaking
United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Counties distributes grants to nonprofit organizations providing direct health and human services. Recent grant recipients include:
Review Cycle
February 20, 2026
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Counties primarily serves:
- Lackawanna County
- Wayne County
- Pike County
The organization also has grantmaking activity in Pennsylvania and Tennessee.
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (2024):
- Total Assets: $9,829,917
- Total Revenues: $3,641,344
- Total Expenses: $3,414,975
- Total Giving: $1,962,750
- Annual Revenue: $5,480,774 (from alternative source)
Grant Activity:
- Typical award range: $5,167–$242,251
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $9,829,917 | $9,215,119 | $8,468,724 |
| Revenue | $3,641,344 | $3,833,623 | $3,367,923 |
| Expenses | $3,414,975 | $3,186,961 | $3,228,341 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $243,047 | $117,321 | $200,387 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
182 grants across all recorded years
Open Grants
1 open opportunity from United Way of Lackawanna
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
Among its reported 2024 grants, the largest include United Neighborhood Centers of Lackawanna County ($229,862), Jewish Community Center ($97,072), Womens Resource Center - Domestic Violence Shelter ($95,298).
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN RED CROSS NORTHEASTERN PENNSYLVANIA CHAPTER WILKESBARRE, PA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES | $8,060 |
| THE ARC OF NORTHEASTERN PA SCRANTON, PA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR ADULT DAY CARE AND ADVOCACY SERVICES | $42,667 |
| BOYS AND GIRLS CLUBS OF NEPA SCRANTON, PA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR FITNESS AND SKILL DEVELOPMENT AND OUT OF SCHOOL IMPACT PROGRAMS | $66,909 |
| CATHOLIC SOCIAL SERVICES INC SCRANTON, PA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR RELIEF ASSISTANCE COUNSELING AND ST. ANTHONY'S HAVEN | $55,424 |
| DAY NURSERY ASSOCIATION SCRANTON, PA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR CHILD CARE FINANCIAL AID, SUMMER CAMP AND PRE-K FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE | $49,597 |
| JEWISH COMMUNITY CENTER SCRANTON, PA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR DAY CAMP, SENIOR ADULT PROGRAMS AND PRE-K FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE | $97,072 |
| JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF LACKAWANNA COUNTY SCRANTON, PA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR MENTAL HEALTH AND COUNSELING SERVICES | $60,433 |
| MEALS ON WHEELS OF NEPA SCRANTON, PA | TO PROVIDE MEALS TO ELDERLY | $57,060 |
| SALVATION ARMY SCRANTON, PA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR HOUSING ASSISTANCE | $21,148 |
| SCRANTON PRIMARY HEALTH CARE CENTER SCRANTON, PA | TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR UNEMPLOYED/UNINSURED PROGRAM | $40,452 |
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Barry B-Ray Snyder serves as Director of Community Outreach.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| GEORGE LYNETT JR | CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| DEB KOLSOVSKY | SENIOR VICE CHAIRMAN | 1 | — |
| MICHAEL CORDARO | VICE CHAIRMAN - RESOURCE D | 1 | — |
| DR PAT DUNLEAVY | VICE CHAIRMAN - COMM IMPAC | 1 | — |
| TOM DONOHUE | VICE CHAIRMAN - COMM OUTREACH | 1 | — |
| JIM MIRABELLI | TREASURER | 1 | — |
| DR ERIN KEATING | SECRETARY | 1 | — |
| SARA MCDONALD | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JASON KAVULICH | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| AMY BURKE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| THOMAS MURRAY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ANDREW CUTILLO | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JOHN HOLLAND | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MARGARET MCNULTY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ALEX FRIED | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| STEPHANIE VERGNETTI | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JILL GEORGE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MATTHEW KNOWLES | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JILLIAN JONES | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DREW SIMPSON | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| TIMOTHY MALONEY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| KIMBERLY MCHALE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| CURT CAMONI | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| ANTHONY BANTELL | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| DR MARWAN WAFA | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JEFF WITTS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| MIKE HANLEY | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| RANDY WILLIAMS | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| PETER MAIER | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JACK PRICE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| STEVE GUCCINI | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JUDGE MICHAEL BARRASSE | BOARD MEMBER | 1 | — |
| JUDY GRAZIANO | HONORARY LIFETIME MEMBER | 1 | — |
| GARY DRAPEK | PRESIDENT | 40 | $119,667 |
| JACK R EVANS | SR VP / CFO | 40 | $78,212 |
| WILLIAM COCKERILL | AFL/CIO COMMUNITY SERVICE | 40 | $46,668 |
| MARGARET KOPKO | VP COMMUNITY SERVICE | 40 | $64,156 |
| BARRY SYNDER | VP COMMUNITY MARKETING | 40 | $50,334 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
Pike County Office of Human Services received a $10,000 grant from United Way for emergency heating assistance
United Way of North Central Pennsylvania launches $100,000 Innovation GrantLackawanna County employees raised over $10,000 for United Way campaign (March 2025)
Pike County Office of Human Services Receives $10,000 Grant from United WayThe organization currently operates the Gift of Warmth initiative providing assistance to neighbors in need during the holiday season
Age Friendly Lackawanna collaborative continues to expand resources and advocacy for aging individuals across the region
Frequently Asked Questions
What does United Way of Lackawanna fund?
The organization's mission is to improve the quality of life of the people of Lackawanna and Wayne counties by serving as a catalyst for community problem-solving and conducting an efficient, encompassing volunteer fundraising effort to positively impact the community's most compelling social problems. United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Counties focuses on three primary priority areas: • **Financial Security** – Supporting household economic stability and workforce readiness • **Healthy Com…
How do I apply for a grant from United Way of Lackawanna?
United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Counties distributes grants to nonprofit organizations providing direct health and human services. Recent grant recipients include: • Jewish Community Center of Scranton – $97,072 (for day camp, senior programs, and pre-K financial assistance) • Women's Resource Center – $95,298 (for domestic violence safe house and healthy relationship education programs) • St. Joseph's Center – funding for maternity and mother-infant home programs The organization offers…
Where does United Way of Lackawanna make grants?
United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne & Pike Counties primarily serves: • Lackawanna County • Wayne County • Pike County The organization also has grantmaking activity in Pennsylvania and Tennessee.
What size grants does United Way of Lackawanna award?
In 2024, United Way of Lackawanna awarded 39 grants totaling $1.6M — an average of about $42K per grant, based on its IRS Form 990 filings.
What is United Way of Lackawanna's EIN?
United Way of Lackawanna's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 24-0824164. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
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Data last updated June 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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