The Diocese of Scranton is once again participating in NEPA Gives 2026. The 24-hour online giving extravaganza – held on the first Thursday of June – allows donors to make secure donations to their favorite nonprofit organization.
Donations can be enhanced with bonus funds provided by NEPA Gives sponsors – making donor dollars stretch even further! Nonprofits, like the Diocese of Scranton, will also be eligible for cash prizes.
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.
We are excited to invite all of our supporters – especially our Catholic school families – to participate in the Diocese of Scranton’s official kickoff of NEPA Gives 2026 at the Soccer and Saints: The Carlo Cup Games!
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.
Event Details
📅 Thursday, June 4, 2026
⏰ 5:30 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
📍 St. Ann’s Monastery & Shrine Basilica
1233 St. Ann Street, Scranton
Families are encouraged to:
• Bring blankets and/or lawn chairs
• Pack a picnic basket
• Create and bring school spirit signs to cheer on our school
• Wear your school colors and show your pride!
The evening will feature:
⚽ Friendly soccer-themed competitions and activities
🎵 Special guest performances, including Fr. Jim Paisley
🏆 Prizes for the best theme-friendly picnic display
🎉 Opportunities to support our school during the NEPA Gives campaign
This year’s campaign is inspired by Blessed Carlo Acutis, whose faith and passion for sharing the Gospel continue to inspire young people around the world.
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!