Seated from left: Dr. Dan Cossachi, University of Scranton Vice President for Mission and Ministry;  Pat Vaccaro, Director, University of Scranton Center for Service and Social Justice; Ellen Farrell, Empower Financial Services Company; Matt Byrne, Scranton Running Company. Standing from left: Most Reverend Joseph C. Bambera, D.D., J.C.L., Bishop of Scranton; Maria McCool, Kitchen Advisory Board President; Michael Colarusso, Host‑for‑a‑Day Campaign Chair; Rob Williams, Kitchen Executive Director.

Saint Francis of Assisi Kitchen celebrated the successful culmination of its 2025 Host‑for‑a‑Day campaign with a special event at Fiorelli’s in Peckville on April 30. Contributors to the 47th annual campaign gathered for food, fellowship and to hear how their support enables the Kitchen to feed and clothe those in need.

Also two members of the Kitchen’s Advisory Board were recognized for their service, and three institutions – Empower Financial Services Company, The University of Scranton and Scranton Running Company – were honored for continued support of the Kitchen’s mission. 

Donations of $100 or more to the Host‑for‑a‑Day campaign can still be made by calling the Kitchen at 570-342‑5556, sending a check to Saint Francis of Assisi Kitchen, 500 Penn Avenue, Scranton PA 18509, online at: www.stfranciskitchen.org or text SFAK to 26989.