The American Psychological Association defines civic engagement as “individual and collective actions designed to identify and address issues of public concern.” Love Your Block, Mayor’s Neighborhood Month, Mayor’s Block Parties, and the engagement van are all tools the City of Lancaster’s Bureau of Civic Engagement uses to collaborate with residents to identify issues, develop solutions, and make the changes that neighbors want to see. In order to meet people where they are, the Bureau of Civic Engagement will be retrofitting a donated trailer to serve as an engagement hub on wheels, allowing us to bring city staff, resources, and initiatives directly to where residents are, rather than attempting to identify where residents may feel most comfortable in meeting with the team. This new venture will create space for dialogue, allow neighbors to connect, express concerns, provide feedback on city projects, and process traumatic events, all while eliminating barriers to their local government. High Foundation is excited to partner with the City of Lancaster as they implement innovative approaches to engage with the Lancaster community, fostering greater civic engagement and making a meaningful impact on the lives of residents. #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa
High Foundation
Philanthropic Fundraising Services
Lancaster, PA 1,333 followers
High Foundation builds bridges to opportunity, striving for an equitable world of beauty, prosperity, and peace.
About us
With a heart of service and a spirit of collaboration, High Foundation builds Bridges to Opportunity for individuals, organizations, and communities, striving for an equitable world of beauty, prosperity, and peace. Funded by proceeds from High companies, our work is fulfilled through High Impact Initiatives that harness collective power for transformational change in identified areas of need, and by providing Opportunity Grants to community partners that lead to economic vibrancy and community well-being. We are led by our core values of Servant Leadership, Boldness, Equity, Stewardship, and Optimism and we are continuously inspired by the words of our founder S. Dale High: “We are on this earth for a purpose that is larger than our own self-interests, and we must strive to make the world a better place.”
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http://www.highfoundation.org
External link for High Foundation
- Industry
- Philanthropic Fundraising Services
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Lancaster, PA
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1980
- Specialties
- philanthropy
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Primary
1861 William Penn Way
Lancaster, PA 17601-6713, US
Employees at High Foundation
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Penn State Health Lancaster Medical Center provides Lancaster County residents with expanded access to high-quality and compassionate acute, specialty, and primary care. High Foundation is pleased to come alongside Penn State Health to support its patients and make the community’s behavioral health needs a top priority. When pediatric patients going through mental health crises go to the hospital’s Emergency Department, they may remain there for hours or even days when waiting for an opening at a behavioral health facility. To help minimize their stress, Penn State Health offers weighted blankets, sensory kits, and other items including iPads. With special training, the organization’s Emergency Department staff can help patients and their families understand the resources available to them. “When healthcare organizations and community advocates work together, we can elevate the care and experience we provide to patients,” said Deborah Addo, Penn State Health’s Chief Operating Officer. #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa
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New Hope Community Life Ministry is a counseling center in Quarryville, PA that exists to offer hope and restoration through compassionate, professional counseling. For more than 25 years, community support has helped New Hope provide these services to the community regardless of clients' ability to pay. High Foundation is happy to support New Hope Counseling Center in their expansion, giving the organization access to the entire building for more diverse counseling in a group setting and establishing a welcoming environment to better meet the mental health needs of the community. #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa
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HomeFront’s mission is to end homelessness in Central New Jersey by harnessing the caring, resources and expertise of the community. Since its founding, HomeFront has been out in the community, helping those who need it. The organization has grown into a social service agency with nearly 40 programs, providing food, housing, training, children’s programming and more. On any given night, the organization provides an emergency shelter and transitional or permanent housing to over 450 people, two-thirds of those children. High Foundation is proud to partner with HomeFront, contributing toward the purchase of a new van that will help the organization continue its outreach efforts as well as provide transportation to clients. #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa
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A Woman’s Concern is committed to building a community where families are strong and life is cherished. They work toward this goal by providing a number of programs and services to women, men, and families in Lancaster County who are looking for pregnancy and parenting education, help, and support—always at no cost to them, confidentially, and without judgement. High Foundation partnered with A Woman’s Concern for the creation of their Hope House, an inviting space where clients can learn, grow, and collaborate together. #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa #centralpa
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Central Pennsylvania Food Bank's mission is to fight hunger, improve lives, and strengthen communities. They carry out this mission by providing nutritious food to residents like Collette, who has been receiving food from a local Central Pennsylvania Food Bank partner agency for the past two years. “There are times when I run out and had I not had this, I wouldn’t be doing that well,” Collette said. “The milk always helps. The vegetables and stuff are great. I very much appreciate it.” High Foundation is grateful to partner with Central Pennsylvania Food Bank as they address the critical issue of food insecurity and offer abundant resources to residents across Central Pennsylvania. #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa
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At High Foundation, we seek to ensure that everyone in our communities has the opportunity to be successful, recognizing that everyone is starting from a different place. We believe that everyone deserves dignity and respect—a value that continues to guide everything we do. Learn more about our commitment to equity at highfoundation.org. #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa #centralpa
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Our Benefactor S. Dale High was recently recognized by the Historic Preservation Trust of Lancaster County at their Annual C. Emlen Urban Awards Dinner. Dale was presented with the 2024 Leadership Award, which is given to an individual or group who recognizes the value of saving historical artifacts and takes the initiative to ensure their preservation. With his longstanding commitment to Lancaster and his present positions as Chair Emeritus of High companies and Chair of High Foundation, Dale was selected for his leadership skills, his many restoration and preservation efforts in Lancaster County, and his overall goodwill in the community. Congratulations, Dale! #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa #sdalehigh #leadership
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Through education, exhibitions, and community engagement, Ringling College of Art and Design has been a hub for artistic development in Sarasota, Florida since 1931. Ringling educates artists and designers to be culturally aware and technically proficient. Faculty and active professionals cultivate critical thinking and creative expression while the college itself aims to promote diversity, supporting students' aesthetic, intellectual, and professional growth. Jesse Clark, a recent graduate from Ringling’s Photography and Imaging program,, has quickly found success in the professional realm. “Receiving financial aid and grants not only helped me achieve my dream of becoming a photographer but also gave me access to world class education in a creative field in which People of Color have historically been underrepresented in,” Jesse said. “Opportunities like this not only serve to sponsor students like me, but it has provided me the validation that my goals as a Black artist are worth pursuing. Without it, I definitely would not be where I am today or have gotten to achieve this passion so quickly.” High Foundation is proud to partner with Ringling College of Art and Design, supporting the pursuits of artists who seek to leave a lasting impact through their work. #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa
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Attollo Prep’s mission is to support success-oriented students from diverse backgrounds in their pursuit of academic achievement, self-empowerment, and social engagement. The goal is to see every Attollo Scholar receive a full scholarship to the college of their dreams. Conestoga Valley senior and Attollo participant Yonatanne Desta said, "Attollo provided me with a place in my life where I could academically, mentally, and physically grow as a young adult. This club allowed me to be myself while still maintaining discipline and focusing on my goals.” Yonatanne will be attending John Hopkins on a full-ride scholarship this fall. High Foundation is proud to partner with Attollo Prep to empower the next generation of community leaders. #highfoundation #highcompanies #philanthropy #nonprofit #givingback #education #healthservices #humanservices #artsandculture #historicpreservation #environment #sustainability #socialenterprise #socialgood #dogood #giveback #businessforgood #community #lancasterpa #cityoflancaster #lancastercounty #lancastercity #lancastercountypa
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