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First ever comprehensive campaign nets York College more than $91.8M

York College of Pennsylvania’s first ever comprehensive campaign raised more than $91.8 million, nearly double its goal.

The EVOLVE: The Campaign for York College, which launched at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020 with a goal of $50 million, ended in December. The goal was increased to $70 million in 2021 after early support from donors, York College said.

Pamela Gunter-Smith

“EVOLVE has rallied the collective efforts of students, parents, alumni, friends, trustees, and members of our faculty and staff,” said President Pamela Gunter-Smith. “By making a gift to the college, they have made a deliberate decision to play a role in supporting both immediate needs and shaping our future. For this, we are incredibly grateful.”

One of the lead gifts of the EVOLVE campaign was $5 million from retired physician Dr. Donald Myers of Red Lion in memory of his late wife to name the Dr. Donald E. and Lois J. Myers School of Nursing and Health Professions.

A 1951 graduate of York Junior College (YJC), the predecessor of York College of Pennsylvania, Myers said the gift allowed him to recognize the College’s role as a stepping stone to his 40-plus-year career as a physician in York and to honor his wife’s memory.

More than 10,000 donors supported EVOLVE, the college said. More than 3,500 alumni made contributions, and nearly one in six donations were given by individuals or organizations that had never supported York College before.

Troy Miller

The college said more than 500 gifts of $10,000 or more were made to support seven priorities based on the college’s strategic plan:

Intercollegiate athletics (more than $2.5 million raised)
The Graham Center for Collaborative Innovation (nearly $19 million raised)
Academic Excellence (nearly $29 million raised)
Scholarships (more than $19 million raised)
The York College Fund (more than $7 million raised)

York Country Day School (more than $10 million raised)
Spartan Commons (nearly $1.5 million raised)

“No campaign is about how much money is raised; instead, it is about the effect the campaign has on the institution. The support received in these priority areas will allow York College to move to the next level in the coming years,” said Troy M. Miller, vice president of Development.

Two other universities also had successful capital campaigns recently. On Thursday, Messiah University announced it raised more than $83 million for its capital campaign, the largest to date for the Mechanicsburg school.

On Jan. 24, Millersville University said its campaign to raise money for student scholarships, student learning experiences, athletics and campus revitalization had exceeded $100 million, making it the largest fundraising effort in the university’s history.

Messiah University capital campaign exceeds $83M

Messiah University raised more than $83 million for its capital campaign, the largest to date for the Mechanicsburg school.

The Campaign for Messiah University: Learning for Life, Transforming the World raised $83.4 million, exceeding the goal of $75 million, the university said.

Kim Phipps – Photo by Nick Gould

“We are so grateful for the success of this important effort. Messiah’s distinctive Christ-centered education that prepares student leaders is needed now more than ever,” said Kim Phipps, president of Messiah University. “The success of The Campaign for Messiah University enables us to move forward as an institution of academic excellence and gracious Christianity, preserving core values that are part of the institution’s heritage while also embracing many of the important distinctives of different Christian traditions.”

The purpose of the campaign, which launched in 2015, was to support Messiah’s vision to educate students for a lifetime of learning opportunities, including engaging its students and alumni beyond the undergraduate and graduate programs to include certificates, adult degree programs and enhanced learning courses as outlined in the University’s current strategic plan.

The campaign, which reached the $75 million-mark last year, was made public, gaining it the final $8 million.

The campaign included several broad areas that support the university’s efforts to fulfill its vision including: The Messiah Fund and scholarship aid, scholarship and program endowments, new facilities, and estate planning gifts.

Among the new facilities included in the campaign are the Ralph S. Larsen Finance Lab, the Falcon Fitness Center, Sawyer Gymnasium, Jordan Court in Hitchcock Arena, the Kim S. Phipps Admissions and Welcome Center, an enhanced campus entrance, a renovated Engle Center for Counseling and Health Services, and upcoming hospitality and upgraded seating facilities at Starry Athletic Complex.

“Messiah University has a legacy of generosity that has sustained our mission since our founding 114 years ago,” said Board of Trustees President Craig Sider. “We remain grateful to God for those who have invested in the past, present and promising future of Messiah University.”

Truist $250K donation brings Schreiber to 79% of goal

Schreiber Center for Pediatric Development received $250,000 in grants from the Truist Foundation and the Truist Charitable Fund to support its $12.4 million

James DeBord

capital campaign and expansion project.

The Lancaster County-based provider of pediatric outpatient therapy services, said the grants bring commitments toward the goal to 79%.

“The three-story expansion project will add 7,000 square feet of new therapy space and convert other sections of the building into new treatment areas. This project will ultimately allow us to serve 500 more children and create additional state-of-the-art therapy spaces,” said Schreiber President James BeBord. “Thank you to the staff at Truist for their support of this project and incredible generosity.”

The project, which had a groundbreaking ceremony in October, is scheduled to be completed in January 2024.

“On behalf of the Truist Foundation, we are proud to contribute to the critical work that Schreiber performs on a daily basis to improve the lives of children and their families across central Pennsylvania. Truist’s purpose is to inspire and build better lives communities and supporting Schreiber’s growth will positively impact lives in Lancaster and beyond,” said Truist’s Lancaster/Lebanon Market President Sarah Lesser.

Pappus House raises more than $3 million for new facility

Rendering of a bedroom for the new Pappus House in Thomasville, York County – PHOTO/PROVIDED

Pappus House, an end-of-life home, will break ground on its new, larger home in Thomasville Sept. 21 with more than $3 million raised through a capital campaign.

The home will include 8 private bedrooms, expanding the organization’s capacity and mission of compassionate end-of-life. Pappus House currently operates a 3-bedroom end-of-life home on Cherry Street in York Township.

“The need seems endless at times,” said Amy Jansky, Pappus House executive director. “The most difficult part is turning away families in need. I am so very thankful that we are now able to expand our mission and provide care for more individuals. We are blessed to provide a home where grace, compassion, love, and dignity surround our residents whose care is entrusted to us.”

Pappus House raised more than $3 Million through a capital campaign led by co-chairs Liz Shorb and Alexandra (Alex) Chiaruttini, and Honorary Chairs John & Maria Polli, Pappus House said.

The capital campaign funds supported the purchase of the 9-acre property at 66 Big Mount Road in Thomasville, as well as architectural plans to redesign the facility, which was previously the York County SPCA.

The campaign will continue to support the renovation and construction of the new home, coordinated by Kinsley Construction, as well as furnishing and sustaining the home.

Every aspect of the innovative new home has been designed to help dying individuals live as fully as possible, surrounded by the comforts of home.

Plans include:
• Eight large, private resident bedrooms with ample space for visiting family and even pets;
• Private patios outside each bedroom to enable families to gather outside;
• Private bathrooms for each bedroom;
• Roll-in shower rooms;
• Large kitchen and dining area for families and visitors to gather;
• Administrative areas for staff and volunteers including ample storage space;
• Spiritual sanctuary for prayer and quiet reflection;
• Wide hallways for easy accessibility;
• Children’s playroom;
• Family respite area with featured area for pets.

All modifications will meet the requirements of a Pennsylvania licensed personal care home and ADA compliance.

Pappus House is the only end-of-life home in York and Adams Counties and is the only residence of its kind in Pennsylvania that works collaboratively with all hospice and health providers, Pappus House said.

“We are so very grateful that our community has embraced this mission and has been so generous in support of this project. We are thrilled to be breaking ground on a new home which will more adequately serve the growing need and demand for this service,” said Liz Shorb, capital campaign co-chair.

Lancaster Public Library kicks off capital campaign to move facility to Ewell Plaza

Rendering of the new children’s area in the Lancaster Public Library set to open in Ewell Plaza next year. PHOTO/PROVIDED

The Lancaster Public Library kicked off its capital campaign to raise $2.2 million needed to complete its move to Queen Street Thursday.

The event at the Chestnut Street Holiday Inn Lancaster was attended by Gov. Tom Wolf, via video, state and local officials and library patrons.

The library has raised $7.8 million through private donations and state grants to date and needs the $2.2 million to complete the project, the library said.

The new library will occupy the first two floors of the parking garage in Ewell Plaza in the 100 block of Queen Street with terms of no lease payments for 99 years. Henrietta Heisler Interiors will design the facility, which is expected to be completed in 2023.

The plaza is a joint effort among Christian Street Parking Garage, Meeder Development Corporation, Benchmark Construction, Hammel Associates Architects and the Lancaster Parking Authority.

“We were just about ready to launch our capital campaign in March of 2020, but when the pandemic hit, we knew that we needed to get out of the way and encourage donors to instead support organizations on the front line of the pandemic response,” said Aaron Sherman, president of the board of directors of the library.

“Thankfully, they did so without hesitation. Once the initial shock of the pandemic passed, I think that the experience pushed donors to reassess how their giving can have the biggest impact,” he said. “It’s obvious that the Lancaster Public Library’s move to Ewell Plaza will be transformational for the library, for Ewell Plaza, and for the city. “

The move comes as the library’s board faced building limitations at the Duke Street facility which has been in operation for almost 70 years, Sherman said.

When the two story, 43,000-square-foot library is completed it will feature:

Entry from Ewell Plaza, grand staircase and elevator with direct access to/from the Christian Street parking garage
Fully ADA accessible and stroller-friendly spaces
Modern technology, public computers and Wi-Fi
Expanded services and collections
Meeting rooms and flexible spaces
Designated Children’s Library and new Young Adult Library spaces
Expansion of the Duke Street Business Center (DSBC) and its services
An outdoor terrace overlooking Ewell Plaza

“We average 1,000 visitors per day at the Duke Street location. With the new library being so much more accessible, including 100% ADA accessible, we look forward to more visitors and more use of the library’s expanded resources and spaces, said Lissa Holland, executive director. “Our staff is very excited to have more ways to help people get what they need from the library.”

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