Our Impact Report: Measuring Meaningful Change

Our commitment to Lancaster County goes beyond funding—we also track and share the real impact of our work. Through our annual Impact Report, we highlight the projects, partnerships, and progress that shape our community. Explore the numbers, stories, and successes that drive our mission forward.

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Recent Achievements: Progress in Action

Every initiative we support is a step toward a stronger, more vibrant Lancaster. From education and workforce development to community well-being, see how our recent efforts are making a tangible difference.

Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith Center for History & Democracy

The Steinman Foundation committed $2 million to LancasterHistory for the Thaddeus Stevens & Lydia Hamilton Smith Center for History and Democracy in downtown Lancaster. The Center will highlight the lives of Stevens and Smith while exploring themes of racial justice and democracy through exhibits and educational experiences.

 

Scholarships & Fellowships

The Steinman Foundation has established two significant programs to support educational advancement. The James Hale Steinman Memorial Scholarship Fund offers up to $30,000 to children of employees at Steinman Communications or LNP Media Group who are pursuing higher education. Additionally, the John Frederick Steinman Fellowship Fund—administered in partnership with the Touchstone Foundation—provides support to graduate students preparing for careers in the mental health field.

The Steinman Institute For Civic Engagement

After gifting LNP|LancasterOnline to WITF, The Steinman Foundation provided seed funding to establish The Steinman Institute for Civic Engagement (TSI). TSI supports local journalism, professional development of journalists, and explores how media, education, and engagement can strengthen civic participation and sustainable news models.

Louder than Guns Initiative

The Steinman Foundation supported two events in Lancaster County that used music to spark conversation around gun culture, violence, and safety. In partnership with journalist David Greene and musician Ketch Secor, the events included the premiere of Louder Than Guns—a film inspired by a school shooting in Secor’s hometown—and a community discussion featuring students, mental health experts, and local leaders. Additional Foundation funding was awarded to local partners to expand efforts around gun safety, mental health, and civic dialogue.

Stories of Transformation and Progress

Every initiative tells a story of transformation. Discover how The Steinman Foundation’s grants and programs are shaping lives and strengthening Lancaster County through inspiring journeys and innovative projects. These stories of collaboration and vision highlight progress, resilience, and hope—capturing the heart of our mission to empower a brighter future.

Blue Green Connector Project

The Little Conestoga Creek Foundation and The Steinman Foundation, in collaboration with public and private partners, are leading development of the Blue Green Connector — a 1.7-mile stream restoration and 3.5-mile ADA accessible trail along the Little Conestoga Creek. This ambitious project will create a vibrant greenway sanctuary that improves water quality, restores ecosystems, and provides educational and recreational opportunities for the community.

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Voices of Impact

The true measure of our work lies in the lives we touch. Hear directly from those who have experienced the difference—partners, community members, and organizations sharing their stories of progress and possibility.

Thanks to the generous support from The Steinman Foundation, The Steinman Institute for Civic Engagement is developing new ways to grow informed and engaged communities in the Central Pennsylvania region. Leveraging The Steinman Foundation’s vital investment in the future of news and information, the Institute is working on the ground with local and national partners to expand the scope of local news to meet needs and equip residents for action in their communities.

Jess King, (She/Her)
Executive Director
The Steinman Institute for Civic Engagement

The Steinman Foundation’s bold early commitment of $1.5 million served as a powerful catalyst—unlocking more than $20 million in funding to develop The Apartments at College Avenue. This development brings much-needed affordable housing to Lancaster City for working families and individuals living with disabilities. We are deeply grateful for the Foundation’s forward-thinking leadership and flexibility, which also allowed HDC MidAtlantic to reinvest this grant into future phases. In total, this investment will help create over 160 affordable apartments—changing lives and strengthening our community for generations to come.

Dana Hanchin, (She/Her)
President and CEO of HDC

We are creating a community of practice for early career mental health professionals, helping recent graduates get the clinical supervision they need to become licensed therapists and counselors. This program builds a strong talent pipeline by removing financial barriers for first-generation college graduates and minority students, preventing burnout, creating community, and empowering early career clinicians to thrive in caring for our children and families. In turn, these new clinicians are better equipped to care for children and young adults and are more likely to remain in the mental health workforce long-term.

Anna Kennedy, (She/Her)
Executive Director
Touchstone Foundation: Youth Mental Wellness Partners