Our 2024 Donation - Anchor Lancaster
Philanthropy is a core tenet of our work in The Twelve. We believe that being a part of a community means actively engaging with and supporting that community – and that’s why we love participating in Lancaster’s annual ExtraGive event, organized by the Lancaster County Community Foundation.
We are very proud to share that, this year, we have chosen to collectively donate to Anchor Lancaster!
“Anchor Lancaster is a nonprofit organization in Lancaster City, committed to providing essential services and support to individuals experiencing homelessness and hardship,” says Aftan Hoffer, director of communications at Anchor Lancaster. “Through our various programs, we offer a hot breakfast Monday-Friday, laundry services, warm showers, medical support, case management, and collaboration with other local organizations and agencies.”
Hoffer continues, “Our mission is not only to provide immediate relief but to empower people to rebuild their lives with dignity and stability. Our goal is to provide a safe and supportive environment to make sure everyone feels welcome.”
According to Hoffer, Anchor Lancaster provides a number of additional services to our community, including essential medical care through a dedicated team at UPMC, Penn State, and Penn Medicine; help securing transportation to medical appointments, job searches, or even long-distance relocation; support for guests struggling with substance-related issues; and more.
Each year, community donations – like those made through ExtraGive – help to fund Anchor Lancaster’’s important community-focused work.
“ExtraGive plays a vital role in helping us fund each of our initiatives,” Hoffer says. “This amazing community event helps amplify our impact and enables us to serve even more individuals in need. With the additional funds received during ExtraGive, we are able to address the complex issue of homelessness in our area and help our neighbors get back on their feet.
Learn more about Anchor Lancaster at anchorlancaster.org.