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Established 1925

Our mission: To advance the education, economic mobility, and health of our community by mobilizing resources, people, and organizations.

Established 1925

United Way has been your trusted, approachable, and reliable resource in the community for nearly 100 years. We’ve built a legacy together through our giving, advocating, and volunteering. We are your United Way of Lancaster County.

FOOD AND SHELTER FUND

United Way of Lancaster County has launched a new initiative designed to cover their Emergency Food & Shelter Program (ESFP). ESFP has been with our organization since 1983 and has supported Lancaster County through FEMA funding. Due to recent federal cuts and funding uncertainty in 2025, United Way of Lancaster County is pledging their own monies to fill the gap left behind. We are asking for your vital donation to our Food & Shelter Fund to allow us to pivot and address the most immediate needs of our neighbors. Together, we can make a meaningful impact during this time of uncertainty. 

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Regardless of what you are able to give, your investment makes long-lasting changes throughout the community. Together we can get the results that no one can achieve alone.

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Advocate

United Way advocates call on leaders at the state and national levels to adopt policies that support United Way goals regarding education, financial stability, health, and community strengthening.

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Volunteer

Each day thousands of people like you make their time and talents count by volunteering to help local nonprofit agencies with a wide range of tasks.

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Give

Regardless of what you are able to give, your investment makes long-lasting changes throughout the community. Together we can get the results that no one can achieve alone.

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Advocate

United Way advocates call on leaders at the state and national levels to adopt policies that support United Way goals regarding education, financial stability, health, and community strengthening.

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Volunteer

Each day thousands of people like you make their time and talents count by volunteering to help local nonprofit agencies with a wide range of tasks.

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The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program takes the hassle – and expense – out of tax preparation.

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