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Stories of progress are everywhere at Community Progress Council. See what’s new in our programs and services for low-income residents of York County, and celebrate with us on client successes and community impact.
Community Progress Council is happy to provide interviews, photographs, and other information to news outlets upon request. Media inquiries should be sent to Sarah Chain, Director of Marketing and Communications, at schain@yorkcpc.org or (717) 846-4600, ext. 282.
Latest News
Community action builds economic opportunity in York County
Community Action Month is a reminder that lasting change happens when we invest in people, not quick fixes. Read the full op-ed in the York Daily Record/Sunday News from our President/CEO Robin Rohrbaugh to learn how investing in families strengthens our entire community.
YCCF spotlight on Jennifer & Juan
Facing multiple barriers related to unsafe housing, limited income and unreliable transportation, Jennifer and Juan connected to coaching at CPC through our Self-Sufficiency Program. Read their story in the recent annual report from the York County Community Foundation, a partner and funder for our coaching services.
YOU helped Team CPC raise $75,360 on Give Local York!
Thanks to generous support on Give Local York, Community Progress Council raised $75,360 in just 24 hours, all of which goes toward our mission to empower people to make progress toward economic self-sufficiency.
WellSpan Health Inspire Grant allows CPC to expand Housing Education
Community Progress Council is pleased to announce it has been awarded a $50,000 grant from WellSpan Health through the WellSpan Inspire Grant program, to expand access to housing counseling and financial education for York County residents.
Working with YWCA to serve Hanover’s families
Meaningful progress happens when organizations work side by side to meet shared needs. That’s why we’re excited to shine the spotlight on our collaboration with our partners at YWCA Hanover.
Save the date for 2nd Annual Self-Sufficiency Celebration
Save the date! Our Self-Sufficiency Celebration is back in September, honoring CPC participants who have made remarkable strides on their journey out of poverty.
Donor Spotlight: Dylan Bauer
Ahead of Give Local York, Dylan Bauer shares how his commitment to community progress aligns strongly with CPC’s mission — and how his businesses play a big role in Give Local York to boost excitement and fundraising for CPC each year.
Adam’s Electric Cooperative supports CPC
Thank you to our partners at Adams Electric Cooperative, Inc. for their generous donation to Community Progress Council, in recognition of our work together to implement Project Helping Hand.
Truist Foundation grant supports Housing and Financial Education
Community Progress Council (CPC) is excited to announce a grant from Truist Foundation to support its Housing & Financial Education program and strengthen collaboration between CPC’s coaches and HUD-certified housing counselors
CPC welcomes Director of Development, Controller
Community Progress Council is pleased to welcome new members to its Senior Leadership team, Tom O’Connor as Director of Development, and Shirley Wong as Controller.
Poverty Awareness Month spotlight on CPC
January is Poverty Awareness Month, a time to reflect on what progress truly looks like when communities invest in people, relationships, and long-term solutions. Thanks to our partners at Community Action Association of Pennsylvania for shining a spotlight on how our long-term, relationship-based coaching is helping individuals move from crisis toward economic independence.