Clare House | 344 E Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA
Clare House aims to create a safe and stable environment for women and children to seek shelter. Their mission is to transform the lives of women through different facets with the goal of enhancing financial stability and showing women the respect they deserve.
Dress for Success South Central PA | 29 S 10th St, Harrisburg, PA
Serving six counties in the region, Dress for Success empowers women to achieve financial independence through career training, networking, professional attire, and tools for success. Their assistance provides women with confidence in the business world. Through clothing or financial donations, they’ve been able to impact the lives of women everyday.
The Fund for Women and Girls, The Foundation of Enhancing Communities | 200 N 3rd St 8th fl, Harrisburg, PA
Since 2000, The Fund for Women and Girls, has impacted the lives of thousands of women and girls in the area. They understand that females are underrepresented globally and have unique struggles. Through health services, education, and self sufficiency training--they hone in on what women need the most, independence.
Junior League of Lancaster | 1130 Marietta Ave, Lancaster, PA
Junior League of Harrisburg | Camp Hill, PA
Junior League of York | 166 W Market St, York, PA
With chapters in York, Lancaster, and Harrisburg, the Junior League has a long-standing history of bringing women together for the benefit of the community. Their goal is to bridge the gap between community needs and existing resources. Through their volunteerism, they’re able to support families and local history through times of need.
Milagro House | 669 W Chestnut St, Lancaster, PA
After 20+ years of being an active charity in the area, Milagro House continues to establish themselves as a place for women to go to in a time of need. Through residency, education, and counseling--they’ve been able to impact the lives of more than 2,000 women in our region.
Shalom House | 9 S 15th St, Harrisburg, PA
Shalom House provides temporary shelter for women and children that don’t have anywhere else to go. They’re able to handle everything from case management to life skills training to ensure that women leaving are set for success.
Women United, United Way of York | 800 E King St, York, PA
Women United is a non-profit organization of volunteer women that want to make a difference in their community. They host fundraisers, back projects and initiatives, and support other organizations that also aim to make a difference.
The YWCA | Central PA
There’s no question that the YWCA has major influence in our region and beyond. They continue to strive to close the gaps in racial and social inequalities amongst women, and foster a safe and loving environment for women and children to feel comfortable. One of their main beliefs is that everyone deserves to have peace and dignity even in the face of adversity. Find your local YWCA and learn more about how you can contribute in the link above.
