The Robert H. Spitz Foundation, administered by the Scranton Area Community Foundation, aims to support a variety of causes ranging from breaking the cycle of poverty, veterans' affairs, animal welfare, the promotion and preservation of Jewish culture and cemeteries, to environmental protection. Their mission encompasses efforts to remove economic barriers, support veterans, ensure animal welfare, protect the environment, and promote Jewish culture.
Critical Needs Grants are designed to address emergencies or urgent, unforeseen needs within 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations. These grants are distributed on a rolling basis throughout the year, allowing for swift response to situations that require immediate financial support. Eligible scenarios include dealing with unbudgeted emergencies that impact an organization's mission, urgent needs that demand a quick funding response to prevent the loss of vital services, unforeseen circumstances such as the sudden loss of committed funding, emergency repairs to buildings or property, crises like fires or floods, and the emergency need for increased services due to disasters. These grants aim to ensure that nonprofits can continue to provide essential services and address critical situations as they arise.