211 Partners with SACA

PA 211 East has hired a Bilingual Resource Navigator who will act as a Case Manager at SACA, a local nonprofit. In this role, the Navigator will utilize the PA 211 Database to connect individuals who walk-in to this CBO to necessary services within Lancaster County. In addition as part of her role, she will assist our neighbors in Lancaster County in filling out applications for public benefits (SNAP, TANF), as well as property tax/rent rebate forms and will translate documents for those needing that service. United Way of Lancaster County (UWLanc) is thrilled to be able to continue this partnership with SACA in having an in-person resource navigator.

Celebrating Leadership Donors

On April 23rd United Way of Lancaster County held an event at the Bent Creek Country Club to celebrate our donors, whose philanthropy is leading the way for programs, services, and nonprofit organizations providing essential resources and support to communities throughout Lancaster County. The pinnacle of the event came through a compelling narrative of impact provided by Jenna Graeff, Executive Director of Loft Community Partnership — a United Way Level Up & Launch grant recipient. Jenna shared the important work they are doing to provide food, clothing, and other resources to those in need throughout the Penn Manor school district.

Other highlights of the evening included a welcome from Board Chair, Beth Riley, to kick off programming for the evening, and remarks from Kate Zimmerman, President & CEO, providing a dynamic preview of the planning and new logo for our upcoming 100th anniversary (2025).



Thank you to the event sponsor, Summit Advisory, for helping make the celebration possible!

To learn more about Loft Community Partnership click the link below:

Year-Round Tax Services, Again!

The VITA season for tax year 2023 has had an exciting ending, while we are still waiting for exact statistics, 2024 looks like a banner year with over 10,000 returns completed. All this work would not have been possible had it not been for our over 180 volunteers. But we are not finished! Beginning May 7th, our year-round clinic will be available for individuals still needing returns completed, amendments, rent/property tax rebate forms completed and consults on letters received from the IRS. To schedule an appointment, call 211.

Pre-K EITC

Twenty-three (23) pre-k families will receive scholarships totaling $44,929 thanks to the contributions from community business partners. As a pre-k scholarship organization (PKSO), we work with businesses by transforming their tax dollars to tuition supports. Over the past decade, $484,375 has been given to Lancaster families through the program.



A big ‘Thank You’ to this year’s contributors: PPL Electric Utilities, Truist, Orrstown Bank, United Health Services (UHS), Traditions Bank, and UPMC!

If you represent a business or corporation, and are interested in contributing to the scholarship program, please contact our Director of Resource Development, Kristy Gismot at kgismot@uwlanc.org.

Get Connected to Volunteer Opportunities

Visit the United Way of Lancaster County’s Get Connected volunteer site at the link below. At the site you’ll find a variety of volunteer opportunities from around the county for groups or individuals! You can also sign up to receive updates when new opportunities are posted.

United Way Night with the Lancaster Stormers!

After our Trike Race on May 7th, we will be hosting United Way Night at the Lancaster Stormers game vs. York Revolution at Clipper Magazine Stadium. Join us in celebrating another successful Trike Race. Our 2024 winners will be throwing out the first pitch!

Week of Caring is Back in September!

The 2024 Week of Caring is happening Sunday, September 8th - Saturday, September 14th. 

The Week of Caring provides opportunities for volunteer teams, families, and individuals to serve our community by rolling up their sleeves and completing projects that benefit local nonprofits. Just like last year, projects will be offered throughout the week. 



Please follow the link to fill out a brief interest form, and we will contact you before project sign-ups begin later this summer.  

Project Blueprint Graduation

This month, on April 19, 2024, we celebrated the graduation of the first Project Blueprint Individual cohort. The inaugural cohort, consisting of fifteen individuals from various organizations, completed a rigorous six-month training program. The training sessions were led by experienced facilitators from diverse areas of expertise.

We're Hiring!

Join our team of dedicated community change-makers! Take a look at our current open positions on our website, and keep an eye out for other opportunities coming soon!

LAST CHANCE TO REGISTER YOUR TEAM!

 Trike Race - Tuesday, May 7th @ 4pm at Clipper Magazine Stadium (650 N Prince St, Lancaster, PA 17603), game and after-party to follow.