As we wrap up February, we hope you’ve been staying warm and finding moments to enjoy the heart of winter. While the cold weather may still be with us, things here at United Way are heating up!


Our team has been busy building momentum in 2026, and we’re excited about all that’s ahead. From signature events to ongoing community partnerships, there’s a lot happening and we look forward to keeping you updated and informed as we continue moving forward together this year.

We're Home!

United Way of Lancaster County's office relocation marks an exciting new chapter for our organization. This transition will allow us to better serve our community, strengthen partnerships, and create a welcoming space for collaboration. While moving comes with plenty of boxes and busy days, our commitment to the community remains the same.

We look forward to welcoming you to our new location soon and sharing more details in the weeks ahead!

211 Day 2026

Thank you to all whom attended and presented at our annual 211 Summit on February 11^th! Catching up with our partners and seeking out collaborations to help make an impact in the lives of the populations we serve is undoubtedly the reason we continue to hold space for this day.

211 Day is an incredibly special day for not only our team but for our attendees to soak up knowledge from our dynamic and varied presenters.

We can’t express enough gratitude for those that shared in celebrating the value of 211.

*Please note the details for certain locations.

VITA signs will be visible to direct tax payers to the correct entrance at each site.

THANK YOU TO OUR VITA SPONSORS:

Volunteer Opportunities

Through United Way of Lancaster County, you can make a meaningful impact right here in Lancaster County! Take a look below for current local needs:

• Volunteer with Steps to Success Inc. at the PA Entertainers Swap Meet & Sale (Sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/904054DA9A723A4F49-61657543-2026#)

• Train as a tour guide at the 1719 Museum (museum@mennonitelife.org | 717.464.4438)

• Support survivors through YWCA Lancaster’s 24-Hour Sexual Assault Hotline (Learn more: https://uwlanc.galaxydigital.com/need/detail/?need_id=1209448).

Discover these and more opportunities on the United Way Volunteer Platform: https://uwlanc.galaxydigital.com/ — your time and compassion strengthen our community!

United Way Holds Volunteer Engagement Roundtable 

Volunteer management professionals from 12 local nonprofit organizations gathered at last week’s Volunteer Engagement Roundtable that was held at Hospice and Community Care in Lancaster.

The February roundtable focused on volunteer recognition, with discussion focused on the ways organizations currently recognize the contributions volunteers make and on generating new ideas. The quarterly roundtables bring together volunteer managers from around the county to share ideas and build new collaborations. They are coordinated by United Way of Lancaster County with hosting shared among participating organizations. 

Please contact Joel Janisewski, jjanisewski@uwlanc.org, if you’d like more information about the next Volunteer Engagement Roundtable in May. 

Save these dates and view our events calendar by clicking the link below!

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• Trike Race: May 7, 2026, Armstrong World Industries, more details to come!

• Team registration will open in March
• Sponsorship opportunities are now available! Click HERE to view our 2026 Sponsorship Booklet, or contact Kellan Kernisky at kkernisky@uwlanc.org for more information

• Women United Annual Meeting: May 19, 2026, Lancaster Chamber building (115 E King St, Lancaster, PA 17602): more details to come!

• Volunteer Engagement Roundtable: May: more details to come!

• VITA Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast: May: more details to come!