United Way of Lancaster County, PA

?? We've extended our Women United grant application deadline to March 28, 2025! Apply TODAY! If your nonprofit or organization is focused on increasing financial stability for women in Lancaster County, this opportunity is for YOU! Visit our website or click the link in our bio to learn more.

Huge thanks to our latest Project Blueprint cohort for diving into diversifying and strengthening their nonprofit board leadership. Congratulations on your completion of Project Blueprint! ?? We can't wait to see you put your learning into action. Additional thanks to our facilitators, board members, and donors for their dedication to Project Blueprint's success. We look forward to continuing our support of nonprofits and the expansion of their impact around Lancaster County! Interested in joining our next cohort? Visit https://lnkd.in/eywU5CWv for future opportunities!

We've experienced significant change over the past 100 years, and even more so in the last 10! Through a pandemic and leadership changes, United Way of Lancaster County has evolved, adapted, and shifted its focus, all while maintaining our mission, continuing to run critical programs like 211, VITA and the Volunteer Center, and prioritizing our nonprofit partners. Last year, we amplified almost $2.3 million to 45 nonprofit partners as an investment into the community and we will continue to make financial and resource commitments to ensure all individuals in Lancaster County can thrive. Learn more about this transformation and our future direction as we celebrate 100 years in LNP's coverage of the last decade here:

Thank you to Ephrata National Bank for sponsoring United Way of Lancaster County, PA's VITA site in Ephrata! With this support, we are able to continue offering free tax prep services to our community members in Ephrata. It’s not too late to schedule your free tax prep appointment! Sign up TODAY at https://lnkd.in/eYfRcFF2

Join us for Voices United: Creating a Trauma-Resilient Community on March 11, 2025, from 11 AM - 12 PM, where we'll explore trauma's impact and strategies to build a supportive, empathetic community. Panelists include Amer Al Fayadh (Communication Essentials), Jessica Purdy (Lancaster County Chooses Love), Dr. Karen Rice (Millersville University of Pennsylvania), Kelly Haines (Lancaster City Bureau of Police), and Rebecca Saner (Lancaster County Food Hub) with a presentation by Dr. Alex Rohrer (Boys & Girls Club of Lancaster). Joel Janisewski (United Way of Lancaster County, PA) will moderate this important hour long conversation. Reserve your spot TODAY at https://lnkd.in/eRkEHtpB

As they say, "Pics or it didn’t happen!" And #211Day ?? definitely happened! We had an amazing time celebrating with some incredible members of our community. Check out these fun shots captured at the event! ??

? On February 11th, United Way of Lancaster County and PA 211 East hosted their 4th annual 211 Day: Capacity Building Summit at the DoubleTree Resort, welcoming nearly 200 dedicated attendees! The day was filled with valuable workshops and events for nonprofits and community members looking to learn, collaborate, and network on finding and utilizing essential service resources for their communities. United Way of Lancaster County, PA President & CEO Kate Zimmerman kicked off the event, followed by a special presentation from PA 211 VP Emily Aubele. Guests then participated in a live Q&A with PA 211 East Resource Navigators. The day also featured three workshop sessions, and keynote speaker Representative Ismail Smith Wade-El shared insights on 211's impact. He also joined Kate for a fireside chat on how the program aligns with his work. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us on #211Day, and to our generous sponsors M&T Bank, Penn State Health, Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning, and Yealy Eye Care of Lancaster. We look forward to seeing you next year!

The time has come to… Level Up & Launch Lancaster County! ?? Level Up & Launch grant applications are now OPEN! United Way of Lancaster County is offering a unique opportunity for local organizations to amplify their impact and create lasting change in education, economic mobility, and health. Through this initiative, United Way will match every dollar donated, dollar-for-dollar, up to the original grant amount, helping organizations triple their funding! ?? ?? How to Apply: ? Applications open Feb 18 at 8 AM and close March 28 at 5 PM. ? Submit a project that tackles key community needs in education, economic mobility, and/or health. ? Submit your grant application online via the United Way of Lancaster County website. This is your chance to gain support for your innovative project. United Way is committed to supporting local changemakers working toward a stronger, more connected Lancaster County. Your involvement matters whether you're an individual donor, a business, or a community partner! ?? Apply TODAY at https://lnkd.in/eGW2YzRX! If you're interested in donating to the Level Up & Launch program, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e5kFgiFN

?? On Your Mark! Get Set! Make a Difference for Trike Race 2025 ?? SAVE THE DATE: Wednesday, May 7, 2025 from 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM! ??♂??? Trike Race is back, and this year we’re celebrating United Way of Lancaster County's 100th Anniversary with an unforgettable event. Gather your friends, coworkers, or classmates and sign up for the ultimate adult tricycle race—where bragging rights and the Trike Race Trophy await! ?? This fun-filled event at Greenfield Industrial Park will feature: ?? DJ Eddie Ed ?? Food Trucks ?? Exciting Yard Games Proceeds support United Way’s impactful programs that strengthen our community! Don’t miss out on this exciting day of community and friendly competition! How to Register Your Team: ??Gather a team of 5 racers ?? Sign up at https://lnkd.in/etKQ6qKY ?? Bring cheerleaders/supporters Let’s race for a cause! ??

?? Mark your calendars! The Level Up & Launch grant applications open Tuesday, February 18 at 8 AM and close Friday, March 28 at 5 PM. United Way of Lancaster County is offering grant funding to nonprofit organizations focused on education, economic mobility, or health services in our community. Apply at https://lnkd.in/eGW2YzRX