State and Federal Aid Programs

The United Way of Lackawanna and Wayne Counties continued its role as local administrator for the State Food Purchase Program (SFPP) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). In Fiscal Year 2019-2020, the local board leveraged $366,943.16 in SFPP funds to provide nearly 312,331 pounds of food and assist 15,009 households through nine agencies. The FEMA dollars provide supplemental funds for emergency food and shelter needs. During Phase 36, more than $113,000 in federal funds were awarded to five local organizations to help meet those needs. 

The application process for the State Food Purchase Program FY 2019-20 is now closed. Please contact William Craven, (570) 343-1267 x226, to obtain information for the next cycle in 2021. 

State Food Purchase Program FY 2019-2020
Awarded $366,943.16 to the following organizations:
  • Catherine McAuley Center
  • Catholic Social Services
  • Commission on Economic Opportunity (CEO)
  • Friends of the Poor
  • Meals on Wheels
  • St. Francis of Assisi Kitchen
  • The Salvation Army
  • United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA
  • Womens' Resource Center
Emergency Food and Shelter Phase 36 FY 2019-2020
Awarded $113,235 to the following organizations:
  • Catherine McAuley Center
  • Catholic Social Services
  • Friends of the Poor
  • United Neighborhood Centers of NEPA
  • Womens' Resource Center