YCCF News
The Key to Unlocking Language Barriers
Imagine moving to a country where people speak a different language – one you can’t speak or understand. Now imagine being unable to purchase a home, find employment, or enroll your child in school because of this language barrier. These are the challenges that roughly 8.8%, or more than 40,000, York County residents face. Thankfully, […]
York County Community Foundation Welcomes New Communications Interns
The York County Community Foundation (YCCF) is excited to welcome two new interns to its communications department this summer: Hailey Lubo and Kadidjatou Clarck. Hailey and Kadidjatou, both rising seniors at local universities will work closely with YCCF’s Communication Coordinator, Rabiya Khan, and Vice President of Communications and Culture, Sarah Thomas, to gain a deep […]
AFL: Building Champions On and Off the Field — A Story of Impact and Inspiration
Before its doors even opened, the nonprofit, Accountability for Life (AFL) received a grant from the Bob Hoffman Sports & Fitness Fund. That support laid the foundation—literally and figuratively—for a movement that’s transforming young lives across York and Adams Counties. Founded by career football coach Russ Stoner, AFL began as a lifeline for the York […]
Protect Vital Resources to Support a Rapidly Growing Aging Population
By Cathy Bollinger, Executive Director of Embracing Aging, York County Community Foundation Natalee Gunderson, President & CEO, York County Community Foundation Aging is not a problem to fix—it is a journey we are all on. Thanks to advances in medicine, better public health, and healthier lifestyles, that journey is lasting longer than ever. That’s […]
Connecting Our Community to the Codorus
The Watershed Alliance of York (WAY) is making a splash in York County by working to improve the health of local waterways through hands-on education and community engagement. Supported by grants from YCCF’s Codorus Watershed Fund, WAY is building a deeper connection between the people of York and the natural resources that sustain us. By […]
Stronger Minds for A Stronger Community
Mental health is a key priority for our community. In 2024, Memorial Health Fund (MHF) provided grants to several organizations leading the way. A grant to the National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) expanded its PAUSE Peer Youth Support Groups to two new school districts, now reaching 3,500 additional students. These support groups provide a […]
York County: Together for Good
As we approach the midpoint of 2025, it’s a great time to reflect on what makes our community so special: coming together for good. Over the past few months, York County has shown just how strong our sense of unity is. From the York County Economic Alliance’s Showcasing YoCo event to United Way of York […]
YCCF Hosts Annual Meeting at Valencia Ballroom to Celebrate Key Accomplishments in 2024 and the Impact of Collaboration
(YORK, PA, May 19, 2025) – The York County Community Foundation held its Annual Meeting event at the Valencia Ballroom in downtown York, PA to celebrate the impact of collaboration and place-based philanthropy. The event was attended by over 200 people and included a line-up of local nonprofit leaders who discussed the power of their […]
Flipping the Script on Aging
by Cathy Bollinger, Executive Director of Embracing Aging Things we flip — pancakes, coins, light switches — often reveal a new side. That’s why this year’s Older Americans Month theme, “Flip the Script on Aging,” resonates so deeply. It calls for a shift in how we perceive and talk about aging. When York County […]
The Must-Ask Question for Every Decision-Maker
by Cathy Bollinger, Executive Director of Embracing Aging Did you know that asking just one simple question can transform your quality of life and the fabric of your community? That’s why we’re encouraging municipalities, planners, architects, developers, organizers, and business owners to consider this question before making major decisions. Wondering what the question is? You’re […]
