YCCF News
Focus on the Whole, Not the Hole
When we see someone using a cane or walker, the stigma associated is often “old, slow, and feeble minded.” When we hear someone is living with dementia, we automatically focus on what has been lost versus what is possible with what remains. No one wants to eat the doughnut because of the hole; the hole […]
Decades of Generosity
This year the York County Community Foundation (YCCF) is celebrating 60 years of partnerships with givers who created legacies that extend beyond their lifetimes and probably beyond their imaginations. People like you and organizations like the one you work for, give to the Community Foundation because they know that giving to an endowment means their […]
COVID’s Impact on Isolation
Covid-19 brought an urgency and increased focus to the problem of social isolation. So it was no surprise to Embracing Aging that connectivity was a common theme from our January 22nd online session titled, Let’s Talk Aging. In a robust exchange of ideas, participants cited fear, accessibility, and motivation as barriers to engagement of older […]
Spark a Childhood of Happy Memories
All children deserve places to run, play, laugh and gather with friends. Especially the children of York City, who have limited access to safe outdoor play space. At this time, York City maintains the city parks, but has limited resources to invest in capital improvements. Thanks to the vision of one man, that’s about to […]
Start Recording!
There is power in hearing someone’s story. Stories help connect people because they provide a glimpse into one’s life. They offer perspective, build understanding, and can help change hearts. Conversations are gifts. Yet sometimes in the busyness of everyday life, we do not take time to engage in meaningful discussions. This is especially true for […]
Job Opening – Communications Coordinator
Position Title: COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR Department: MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS Reports To: Marketing & Communications Director Hours: Full time; 37.5 hours per week The Opportunity: MISSION: To create a vibrant York County by engaging donors, providing community leadership, investing in high-impact initiatives while building endowment for future generations. York County Community Foundation (YCCF) is one […]
Job Opening – Accountant
POSITION DESCRIPTION Position Title: ACCOUNTANT Department: Finance Reports To: Controller Hours: Full time The Opportunity: MISSION: To create a vibrant York County by engaging donors, providing community leadership, investing in high-impact initiatives while building endowment for future generations. York County Community Foundation (YCCF) is one of the fastest-growing community foundations in Pennsylvania, […]
COVID-19 Response Fund Adds School-Age Child Care to Funding Priorities
York, PA — The education of our youngest community members has changed significantly during the COVID-19 pandemic and has posed challenges for educators and families. Childcare centers have also faced challenges in providing expanded care for school-aged children who are participating in virtual learning. Recognizing these challenges and the financial strain that comes along with […]
When You Help Others, You Help Yourself
Wonderful gifts come in all shapes and sizes. Sometimes they are actual products, other times not. I find gifts related to experiences, memories, and inspiration the best ones to give and receive. Earlier this month I got such a present, while interviewing Donald and Edna Sterner in an Embracing Aging session titled, The Gift of […]
Life is Not Static
“Life is not static. It is always in motion, swirling, changing, evolving, dancing, flowing.” These are the words Joel Conway says about aging. He shared this, along with other inspirational advice, during a virtual Embracing Aging session titled, Just a Regular Guy Talks Aging. His words struck a chord with me. Growing older brings changes […]
