Press Release: Empowering Community Change: Lancaster County Women For Good Awards $7,100 Grant To Local Non-Profit
LANCASTER, February 19, 2024 – In a display of community solidarity and the power of grassroots philanthropy, Lancaster County Women for Good hosted its much-anticipated Winter Gather & Grant on February 7th at the historic Southern Market in Lancaster. This event is one of the quarterly cornerstones in the group’s commitment to foster collective giving and empower non-profit organizations tirelessly working within the local community.
The highlight of the evening was the grant awarding process, where three deserving non-profit organizations, pre-nominated by the members, presented their missions and visions in hopes of securing a $7,100 grant. The organizations—Gifts That Give Hope Lancaster, Hope Inspire Love, Inc., and Anchor Lancaster—each took the stage to share their stories and answer questions, offering insights into their passionate efforts to make Lancaster a better place.
The evening concluded with Hope Inspire Love, Inc., an organization dedicated to empowering survivors of trafficking through comprehensive trauma-informed mentorship and awareness programs, being named the grant recipient.
“We want to express our deep gratitude to Lancaster County Women for Good for voting for us as this quarter's grant winner. Thank you for your generous gift of $7,100! Its contributions like these that make a tangible difference in the lives of those we serve, ” says Co-founder, President & CEO, Amy Thurston. “in Hope Inspire Love's mission to empower survivors to flourish and thrive and shine a light on trafficking through trauma-informed mentorship, awareness, social enterprise, and prevention education means the world. Thank you for your invaluable support and trust in our cause! ”
Anna Horst, a founding member and leader of Lancaster County Women for Good, reflected on the event’s success, “We firmly believe that women are not only capable but also uniquely positioned to make impactful decisions about community investments,” says Horst. “We are so thrilled to see the grassroots collective generosity of our group go on to make a difference for Hope Inspire Love and the survivors they serve.”
Lancaster County Women for Good is at the forefront of a growing movement that champions democratized, female-led philanthropy in the Lancaster County area. With a membership exceeding 175 local women and growing, the group convenes quarterly to network, learn about non-profit initiatives, and collectively decide on financial support for these causes. Additionally, monthly social events offer members a relaxed setting to forge connections and deepen their engagement with the community. For more information on their work and how to get involved, visit lancowomenforgood.com.
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