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+---
+'example-backend': patch
+---
+
+Pass GitHub token into Scaffolder GitHub Preparer
diff --git a/.changeset/pretty-cups-joke.md b/.changeset/pretty-cups-joke.md
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+---
+'@backstage/plugin-scaffolder-backend': patch
+---
+
+Add authentication token to Scaffolder GitHub Preparer