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Empathetic Community Development.
Dignified Living For Underserved Communities…
1,370
People supported
6
Community programs
92%
Of donations to programs
3
Years of work
Why we started
Afree Foundation was established to drive the social, economic, environmental, and educational upliftment of communities of African descent across Northeastern Pennsylvania and the broader diaspora. By focusing on healing, self-reliance, and unity, the foundation works to expand digital access, affordable housing, and social resources for families facing poverty, instability, and systemic barriers.
Where your support goes
Free Afterschool
The after school program has been running since September 2021. Our program tutors, feeds and mentors children from the surrounding area.
Youth Crime Prevention
The Juvenile Reaffirmation has evolved into a workforce development program called Infratech. It offers multiple certifications and special trade skills in emerging technologies.
Community Garden
Afree in partnership with NEPAPAC offers the only community garden and composting space in West Scranton Pennsylvania.
“Afree is a high impact organization that is truly doing the work!”
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Education Program Grant 2026
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