Dear Friends,

I’m happy to introduce Beck Moore, CEO of Community Action Association of Pennsylvania, with opening remarks for this month’s edition of The Community Caller. 

“One lesson I keep being reminded of is how much weight our words carry. A single sentence. A passing comment. A phrase we barely remember saying. Years later, someone will come up to me after a presentation and say, “You said this… and I never forgot it.” And I’m always struck by how something small to me became something meaningful to them.

That’s when the privilege of leadership really hits me.

Whether we intend it or not, our words land. They shape confidence. They linger in moments of doubt. They can affirm or quietly unravel someone’s sense of belonging. And if I’m honest, that awareness also comes with humility. I think about the times I wasn’t my best. The moments when my words may have landed heavier than I realized. So, as I think about the leader I’m continuing to become, I’m trying to be more intentional. More thoughtful. More aware of how language impacts the people around me.

Leadership isn’t just about the decisions we make. It’s about the words we choose along the way. Because long after the meeting ends or the presentation fades, those words might still be echoing for someone else.”

I couldn’t agree more, Beck! Thank you so much.

And thank you to our friends at PSECU for sponsorship of The Community Caller. Please review all of the opportunities to make meaningful connections and support the needs of our communities listed below. Leadership Harrisburg Area is so honored to be at the hub of this exchange and happy to see it grow. Feel free to share this publication with family, friends, and team members!

All the best…

Una Martone

President & CEO

Leadership Harrisburg Area 

Blood Shortage - American Red Cross

We need your help. Severe winter weather has forced more than 500 Red Cross blood drives to close, impacting our ability to collect 15,000+ lifesaving blood and platelet donations amid a severe blood shortage. Please, help ensure hospitals have sufficient supplies. If you live in an unaffected area, make an appointment to donate blood: https://rdcrss.org/45znkwf

Seeking Committee Members - American Red Cross

The American Red Cross of Central PA is seeking 3-5 new philanthropy committee members. The philanthropy committee is a subcommittee of our chapter board of directors. Primary roles include developing and implementing fundraising plans and strategies to achieve revenue targets. The candidate works in partnership with the philanthropy committee chair, executive director and financial development staff. To inquire, contact Laura Burke, Executive Director, at Laura.Burke@redcross.org. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Seeking Board Members - Beahive Affordable Housing

🐝 Ready to make a buzz in your community? Beahive is looking for passionate changemakers to join our Board of Directors or serve on committees in marketing, finance, grant writing, or event planning. Help us build something beautiful! Contact Samara Scott, Executive Director:

sscott@beahivehousing.org #MakeYourHiveAHome

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Call for Volunteers: Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association

If you enjoy spending time in the fresh air, making new friends and interacting with people with disabilities and the animals that help them, Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association Inc. (CATRA) in East Hanover Township, near Grantville, is looking for volunteers of all ages to help us with our therapeutic horseback riding lessons and animal care. Since 1985, Capital Area Therapeutic Riding Association (CATRA), a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, has provided quality equine and animal-assisted therapeutic programs to the people of the Capital area, including Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry, Schuylkill and York counties each week. For more information, please contact Ben Nolt at 717-649-9822 or go to catra.net/volunteer 

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Call for Volunteers: Girls on the Run Mid State PA

It's that time of year again! Our 5K Celebration is back at HACC on Saturday, May 2nd, and we'd love for you to be part of it. If you're looking for a way to give back, that will leave you just as inspired as the girls you're cheering for; this is it. We're looking for volunteers to serve as cheer stations along the course, rallying our girls and their families toward the finish line in a moment that is truly unforgettable. It's powerful, joyful, and confidence-building all at once. Sign up by April 10th, Questions? Contact sarah.fahrney@gotrmidstatepa.org 

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Call for Volunteers - Junior Achievement

JA Volunteers are the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow! Below are the most immediate volunteer needs for schools running JA Programs in March and April.  (Click the Graphic for Details)

To learn more about any of our volunteer-led programs, please see our Volunteer Overview: Volunteer Overview

Call for Volunteers - Kareems Mission

Volunteers Needed! Join us at Kareem’s Mission Autism Center to make a difference for children and families. Flexible hours • Training provided • Impact that lasts a lifetime! Email info@kareemsmission.org

Call for Volunteers - LHM Social Services Foundation

LHM Social Services Foundation is opening its Harrisburg-area Horizons transitional housing program in January 2026! The Horizons program will serve unhoused individuals and families, providing a place to live, meals, and supportive programing in a community setting. Volunteer in the Horizons program with our Beam Teams, serving at reception, with meal service, and more! Visit www.lhm-foundation.org or contact Mel Cronin, Volunteer Coordinator, at mel.cronin@lhm-foundation.org or 717.402.6317, to learn more. Help chart a course toward housing security for those in need!

Seeking Board Members - NAMI Central PA

Are you passionate about mental health? Interested in gaining or growing your experience on a nonprofit board while supporting a mission that changes lives? NAMI Central PA (National Alliance on Mental Illness) is seeking a motivated and mission-driven individual to join our Board of Directors. NAMI Central PA is dedicated to improving the lives of individuals and families affected by mental illness through free education, advocacy, and support programs. We are a grassroots, volunteer-driven organization committed to reducing stigma and promoting mental wellness in our region. We are currently seeking a board member who: Is passionate about mental health and community advocacy, Wants to gain or build on experience serving on a nonprofit board, Has experience in fundraising, donor engagement, or development strategies, Has working knowledge of business financial statements and accounting principles, Is committed to advancing the mission of NAMI through leadership and service, Has a commitment to the community. Contact April Downing:717.233.1164

(adowning@namicentralpa.org) for more information.

Seeking Volunteers - Thrive Center for Independent Living

Volunteers Needed! Help Us Make a Difference. Are you passionate about helping others? We’re looking for dedicated volunteers to support our mission of providing free services to disabled residents in Dauphin, Cumberland, Perry, and Juniata Counties. Your time and talent can uplift lives and strengthen our community. Interested? Contact Jahlysa Garcia at jgarcia@thrivecil.org or call 717-346-0279 to learn more and get involved. Together, we thrive.

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Wildheart Ministries Events & Volunteer Opportunities

Love the Hill Wildheart Ministries is seeking individuals for various Volunteering Opportunities. Volunteer as an individual or as a group with an organization. Check out all of their upcoming events & volunteer opportunities.

Volunteering days, Weekly Produce offers from The Hill Farm, as well as their Spring Block Party on April 18th! Check them out and see which opportunity is best for you! (Click the Graphic for Details)

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African American Read - In: A walk through History

February 28, 2026 | Steelton - Highspire Elementary | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

The AARI is a FREE event for all ages showcasing local African American authors and illustrators, rich local history, and performances highlighting the 2026 Black History Month theme, “A Century of Black History Month Commemorations.” The 2026 AARI theme is A Walk through History in Poetry and Prose - Honoring Dauphin County’s African American History Makers. Free donated books and refreshments will also be provided by Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Inc., Epsilon Sigma Omega Chapter and their partnering organizations.

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Stoney Brook: An Unauthorized Parody Comedy

Now - March 7, 2026 | Open Stage | Various Showtimes

The girls are all grown up. The friendships? Complicated. The snacks? Still hidden in Claud’s bedroom. The most iconic babysitting crew of the '90s is reuniting, but this isn’t the cozy catch-up they might have hoped for. One of their own has died, and now old friendships, buried secrets, and suburban traumas are crashing to the surface—fast. Part throwback, part emotional rollercoaster, Stoney Brook is a no-holds-barred parody of THOSE books and a comedy about growing up, growing apart, and what happens when the kids who held it all together… fall apart. Expect big laughs, big feelings, and maybe even some snacks. Hilarious. Heartfelt. And just a little unhinged. A world premiere from Open Stage you won’t want to miss. They’re not babysitting anymore. But someone still has to clean up the mess. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Get Fit Fest - National Coalition of 100 Black Women, Inc.

March 7, 2026 | Bethesda Mission Community Center | 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Get moving with us at our FREE family-friendly health and wellness event focused on fitness, education, and overall healthy living! Kids activities, Zumba and X-treme HIIt Dance for all ages, wellness screenings, Metabolic Syndrome session, CPR demos, and Prize giveaways! (Click the Graphic for Details)

Ice & Fire Festival

March 7, 2026 | 10 North 2nd Street | 11 AM - 7 PM

The City of Harrisburg presents the 9th annual M&T Bank Ice & Fire Festival. This FREE event will feature 60+ large and small ice sculptures, an ice slide, fire dancers, live ice carvings, fire pits and smores, an artist market, performances by local school and community groups, food trucks, vendors, a cocktail/coffee/cocoa crawl and more. Ice sculptures will be along the Downtown street festival path on North 2nd Street as well as City Island, Midtown, Italian Lake, Shipoke, & Reservoir Park. The sculptures will be illuminated starting at 5pm. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Magic Night 2026: Pearls & Prosecco

March 7, 2026 | Colonial Golf & Tennis Club

Join us for a magical evening in March!! Our annual gala event will take place on Saturday, March 7, at Colonial Golf & Tennis Club. Hear from our guest speaker about just how important the work of UCP Central PA is to so many in the community. There will be signature drinks, fabulous food, amazing auction items at a variety of price points, and most importantly, the opportunity to soak in the camaraderie of a roomful of people committed—for at least one evening—to a common cause: Life without limits for people of all abilities. Don’t forget your dancing shoes—The Uptown Band will be making another return appearance. Tickets are going fast, so reserve yours now!! Sponsorship, advertising and volunteer opportunities still available! Call or email Christine Bucher at 717-737-3477 x151,Christine.bucher@ucpcentralpa.org to learn more

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Annual Gala Dinner - Professional Women POWER

March 8, 2026 | Penn Harris | 4:00 - 9:30 PM

Join us for the POWER International Women’s Day & Annual Gala Dinner. At this inspiring event, celebrate the strength of women, the beauty of cultural diversity, and the power of community. Enjoy an evening filled with art, culture, traditions, and empowering stories while recognizing individuals and youth who have made remarkable contributions to promoting these values. The night will feature a delicious dinner, networking opportunities, and the opportunity to connect with leaders in empowerment, social change, and cultural advocacy.

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The Power of WE Youth Leadership Conference

March 19, 2026 | Penn Harris Hotel | 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Join us for the chance to meet and network with ambitious high school students who are united in the purpose of enhancing their leadership and workforce development skills. Invest in the pipeline to the future by empowering young people's journey. Represent your company at our Youth Leadership Summit, you will: Participate in an interactive workshop focused on teaching you how to engage and mentor the youth in your communities, Network with Area Business and Community Leaders, Connect with over 200 Young Leaders from across Adams, Cumberland, Dauphin, Lancaster, Lebanon, Perry & York Counties, Discuss your Company's Initiatives, Successes, & Challenges, Mentor High School Students on Potential Career Paths!

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The Beat Goes On Lifesaving Luncheon

March 19, 2026 | Willows at Ashcombe Mansion | 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

The Peyton Walker Foundation proudly invites you to our inaugural Beat Goes

On Lifesaving Luncheon — a powerful event recognizing everyday heroes and life-saving champions who are making a difference in the fight against Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA). Celebrate lives saved by CPR and AED preparedness,

Recognize outstanding individuals and partners for checking, protecting, and saving hearts, and honor our Heart Hero Ambassadors who have fundraised for our mission. Your support will directly fund our heart screenings, CPR/AED training programs, and AED donations throughout the community.

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Dancing With the Celts

March 19, 2026 | Whitaker Center for Science & the Arts | 7:30 PM

Keep your St. Patrick’s Day celebration going with an electrifying fusion of Irish tradition and Nashville musicianship. Top Irish musicians have united with the finest Nashville players to create the new sound and energy of The Celts. The Celts (formerly known as The Nashville Celts) perform a fresh hybrid of Irish Americana, which combines their own rootsy originals and tight vocal harmonies with fiery Irish Trad instrumentals. The Celts pack concert halls around the world, including The Grand Ole Opry, The Ryman Auditorium, The Lincoln Center, Theaters, and Performing Arts Centers. They have made numerous appearances on WSM Radio, NPR, and PBS shows such as The Bluegrass Underground, Music City Roots, and Woodsongs Radio Hour.

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2026 Harrisburg St. Patrick's Day Parade

March 21, 2026 | 22 North 2nd Street | 2:00 PM

The Harrisburg St. Patrick's Day Parade is fun for the whole family! Featuring Irish dance groups, pipe & drum bands, festive floats, adorable animals, famous characters, cool cars, community groups, marching bands, motorcycles, tractors, and more, it's sure to be an exciting day in downtown Harrisburg. We can't wait to see you there! (Click the Graphic for Details)

Bridge of Hope Harrisburg Area Annual Gala

March 21, 2026 | West Shore Country Club | 5:00 - 8:30 PM

The Bridge of Hope Harrisburg Area Annual Gala is a philanthropic event to raise critical funds. We work to permanently end homelessness for single mothers and their children in our communities of Cumberland, Dauphin, and York counties. There will be live music, a large chance auction, hors d’oeuvres, plated meal, and dessert. Our keynote speaker will be a single mother in the program desiring to share her story. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Tribute to Women of Excellence

March 24, 2026 | Hershey Lodge | 5:30 - 8:00 PM

Join us as we honor the Tribute to Women of Excellence Class of 2026. These 28 exceptional women devote time and energy to make the organizations and communities in Central PA better places to live and work. This year's ceremony will be a reception style event with heave hors d'oeuvres, a carving station and networking, in addition to a brief program honoring this year's class. This will not be sit down dinner as in years past. (Click the Graphic for Detail)

Art Builds Homes: Habitat for Humanity

March 27, 2026 | Penn Harris Hotel | 6 PM

We are thrilled to announce this year’s Art Auction—an evening dedicated to celebrating creativity, community, and impact. Each year, this event continues to grow, thanks to the incredible support from donors, artists, and attendees like you. Your generosity helps fuel our mission and brings meaningful change through the arts. Thank you for giving back and being a part of this journey. We can’t wait to share another unforgettable evening with you.

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Register Now: Beyond Leadership

March 27, 2026 | Cooper Student Center | 8 AM - 4 PM

Beyond Leadership is a summit focused on servant leadership featuring LHA’s original curriculum the 10 Essentials of Servant Leadership in a fast-paced, interactive, multi-media format that will engage each person in activities and dialogue. Individual and self-reflective activities combined with group and team activities create a rich and robust experience and lots of new connections too. Facilitated by LHA’s President & CEO, Una Martone, Beyond Leadership incorporates a history of servant leadership and explores best practices from local and international organizations. (Click the Graphic to Register)

NIGHTFALL: Dōshi Gallery Juried Exhibition

Now - April 5, 2026 | Susquehanna Art Museum

SAM's 2026 Juried Show is now open in the museum lobby's Doshi Gallery. NIGHTFALL asked artists to delve into the concept of oncoming night, whether metaphorically or through medium and technique. Visit SAM to see how the selected artists explored the nuance of twilight! Visitors are invited to vote for their favorite piece to receive the Viewer's Choice Award.

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BOWL For Kids' Sake - Big Brothers Big Sisters

Support Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA at this year’s Bowl for Kids' Sake event! Gather your friends, family and coworkers for bowling, pizza, drinks, raffle prizes and more! Multiple bowling sessions are taking place throughout March & April.

• March 28 & 29, 2026 | ABC West Lanes, Mechanicsburg | 2 PM

• April 8 & 15, 2026 | Clearview Lanes, Mount Joy | 4 PM

• April 10, 2026 | Edgewood Bowl, Gettysburg | 6 PM

• April 16, 2026 | Palmyra Bowling | 6 PM 

• April 17, 2026 | Hanover Bowling Centre | 6 PM

• April 23, 2026 | Midway Bowling Center | 6 PM

• ​April 24, 2026 | Colony Park Lanes, York | 6 PM

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Events sponsorships are also available, contact events@bbbsscpa.org for more information. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Shades of Honey Gala

April 12, 2026 | 109 McCorkel Rd, Hershey, PA | 3:00 - 7:00 PM

Join us for an afternoon of impact, connection, and community as we raise support for safe and affordable housing across our region. 

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Calling All Organizations: 6th Annual Central PA

Volunteer Fair

April 20, 2026 | Commonwealth Charter Academy | 4 - 6 PM

Attendees / Future Community Volunteers, If you are looking for a perfect opportunity to match your interests, skills & talents with service to a community group, non-profit organization, faith based, or school-based program, please join Leadership Harrisburg Area for the 6th Annual Central PA Volunteer Fair. Up to 75 groups will be hosting informational stations designed to share their needs, hear your interests, and discover potential fits for volunteer roles.

Community Groups, Non Profit Organizations & Schools, If your organization would benefit from increased community awareness about your activities, mission, and needs; if you would like to meet potential new volunteers; and if you care to engage and network with your fellow non profit representatives, register today! Participation is limited to the first 75 organizations.

Susquehanna Nonprofit Summit

April 22, 2026 | Wyndham Gettysburg Hotel | 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

Nonprofit professionals and community leaders from South Central Pennsylvania will gather for the Susquehanna Nonprofit Summit, a free, one-day conference focused on connection, collaboration and shared learning to strengthen nonprofit capacity and resilience. The conference will feature keynote speaker Leslie Crutchfield, co-author of Forces for Good: The Six Practices of High-Impact Nonprofits and a nationally recognized expert on nonprofit effectiveness and scaling impact. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Passport Gala - Vision Resources

April 23, 2026 | Visaggio's Italian Ristorante | 6:00 - 9:00 PM

After 25 incredible years, our signature event is embarking on a brand new journey. Join us for the reimagined Vision Resources Passport Gala, an immersive Italian-inspired evening filled with Regional cuisine, Interactive experiences,  A vibrant market, Silent auction and meaningful moments that support individuals who are blind or visually impaired in Central Pennsylvania.

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Havana Nights - Pinnacle Health Auxiliary

May 9, 2026 | The Hotel Hershey | 6:00 PM

An evening where rhythm meets purpose—bringing our community together through music, movement, and meaningful impact. Havana Nights is more than a celebration—it’s an experience designed to move you. From vibrant performances and an atmosphere designed to inspire to moments that spotlight compassion in action, this gala blends energy, elegance, and heart. It’s a night rooted in connection, celebration, and purpose. Proceeds from the Havana Nights Gala benefit the Helping Hands Fund, held and managed by the UPMC Pinnacle Foundation. This fund provides immediate, compassionate support to patients across UPMC in Central Pa who are facing urgent financial barriers to care—helping with essentials like transportation, lodging, medications, and other critical needs. Your presence and generosity help lift the burden so patients can focus on healing. (Click the graphic for Details) 

Save the Date: 2026 CAAP Summit

May 20 - 21, 2026 | Best Western Premier

As AI reshapes how work gets done, this summit centers on using technology to simplify systems, reduce burnout, and create space for compassion—both for clients and the people who serve them. Participants will explore how to implement AI and tech based solutions while cultivating supportive, psychologically safe workplaces grounded in human connection.

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LHA Graduation & 40th Anniversary Celebration

May 21, 2026 | Penn Harris Hotel | 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM

Please join Leadership Harrisburg Area for a special Graduation Celebration & Champagne Brunch. In addition to recognizing the Community Leadership Series and Executive Leadership Series Classes of 2026 and honoring the recipient of the 2026 Platinum Award for Servant Leadership, this event will highlight special people, milestones, and outcomes across four decades of community service. We invite all of our alumni, program speakers & presenters, organizational partners, sponsors, and founding leaders to reunite at this momentous occasion. (Click the Graphic for Details)

Beacon Clinic's Annual Fundraising Gala

May 29, 2026 | West Shore Country Club | 5-8 PM

Beacon Clinic for Health and Hope invites you to mark your calendars for our Annual Fundraising Gala! This year’s theme is Triple Crown – so bring your best Derby spirit with stunning dresses, sharp suits and unforgettable hats! Your support helps Beacon Clinic fulfill its mission to provide free, faith-based primary healthcare to uninsured and underserved adults in the greater Harrisburg region. Sponsorship opportunities are available. contact Beacon Clinic's Fundraising Committee at fundraising@beaconclinicpa.org or 717-775-1111.

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TFEC & Partners in Purpose Applications

Application Deadline : March 27, 2026

TFEC + TheBurg: Partners in Purpose is a community-centered opportunity designed to elevate the stories of local nonprofits doing meaningful work in Dauphin and Cumberland counties. Through this program, three nonprofits will be selected by a community-based committee to be featured in an in-depth story in TheBurg’s print and digital publications in 2026. Written by TheBurg’s in-house journalists, each feature will highlight the nonprofit’s mission, impact and role in strengthening our region, while increasing visibility with more than 20,000 readers across South Central Pennsylvania. This opportunity is offered at no cost to participating organizations with support from TFEC.

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Operation Cookie - Girl Scouts in the Heart of Pennsylvania

Operation Cookie connects Girl Scout troops directly with your company’s decision makers. Girls deliver presentations to business leaders, sharing their cookie season goals, what they are working toward, and how they plan to achieve it. With your engagement, they strengthen their leadership, communication, and entrepreneurial skills in a real-world setting. We'll bring a local troop to present to your leadership team to engage with the girls, ask questions, offer feedback, and help them think bigger about what they can accomplish this season. You can support the presenting troop by purchasing cases for employee appreciation, client gifts, community events, or donation. The girls who participate are working toward meaningful, girl-led goals that fund troop experiences, community projects, and skill-building opportunities. When you host a presentation and make a purchase, you directly support Girl Scouts in turning their plans into action. Contact Tiffanie Keck (tkeck@gshpa.org) 717-233-1656 x1205 (Click the Graphic for Details)

Kareem's Mission Supply Drive

Kareem’s Mission is dedicated to empowering individuals with Autism and their families in central Pennsylvania and beyond. By providing comprehensive support, resources, and advocacy, we aim to create a community where everyone impacted by Autism has access to the tools and opportunities they need to thrive. Your donations to our ongoing collection are not merely items but the heart of Kareem's Mission! Fueling the incredible services that uplift children and families in our community, by donation of these essential items you can directly enrich the experiences and nurture the environment. Equipping our children and families with the resources to help them thrive, learn, and grow. Contact info@kareemsmission.org or drop off to Kareem's Mission Bart A Milano Hall, Enola PA 17025, Central Penn College. (Click the graphic for Details)

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