Touchstone Foundation is dedicated to enhancing the mental well-being of youth across Lancaster County.
Our mission is to ensure every young person has access to the care and support they need to thrive. We achieve this through strategic partnerships, scholarships, and advocacy for health policies that promote mental wellness.
Join us in making a difference—support our mission today to help every young person in Lancaster County thrive.
Give Extra. Connect with Community. Support Youth Mental Wellness!
We’re excited to announce that Touchstone Foundation is participating in ExtraGive 2026!
On Friday, November 20, we’re joining our community and fellow nonprofits for Lancaster County’s largest celebration of giving! We invite our donors, friends, and supporters to stop by, connect, and celebrate the impact we’re making together.
Join us in person at TWO community events!
Community Wellness Oasis- With Samaritan Center, Lancaster
📍 33 N. Market St., Lancaster
🕙 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Join Touchstone Foundation, Mental Health America of Lancaster County, and our community partners for a day of connection, wellness, and conversations about accessible mental health care.
ExtraGive Junior at the Ware Center
📍 The Ware Center, Lancaster
🕔 5:00 – 8:00 PM
Bring the family and visit our Pinwheel Activity Station! Create a pinwheel as a colorful reminder to slow down, take a breath, and make time for your mental wellness.
Because of YOU, we’re building a community where more young people can experience mental wellness.
Whether you stop by to say hello, participate in an activity, or make a gift, your support helps move our mission forward.
Mark your calendar for November 20 and join us as we Give Extra for youth mental wellness!
Don’t have the money to pay for therapy or counseling sessions? No problem! We will cover the costs (up to $50) per visit towards your copay or deductible to a licensed therapist. Youth, children and parents with kids ages 0-25 are eligible. It is simple. No hidden fees. Easy to apply. Click below to get started!
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Therapy visits were covered for children and parents in Mental Health Access Assistance.
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Students received scholarships toward their tuition in mental health careers.
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Newly licensed clinicians are serving Lancaster County since 2020, by completed hours in our Mental Health Clinical Fellowship Program.
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High school students completed our Rise Above youth summit to learn about mental wellness.
Affordable Therapy Assistance for Insured Families. Our program is designed to assist insured patients who need support affording therapy costs covered by their insurance. We’ll contribute up to $50 per visit toward your copay or deductible when seeing a licensed therapist.
Tuition Scholarships for Mental Health Careers. This program supports both undergraduate and graduate students pursuing careers in mental healthcare by covering tuition costs and helping build the future workforce to meet the growing demand for mental health services in our community.
Investing in the Mental Health Provider talent pipeline. This program addresses the inadequate supply of child and adolescent mental health professionals in Lancaster County. Thanks in part to a generous grant from the Steinman Foundation, this is funded for 3 years (through 2025).
The Rise Above Youth Summit supports high school students in Lancaster County by offering a unique opportunity to learn about mental wellness, connect with mental health professionals, and work with local artists serving as Safe Space Facilitators.
Touchstone Foundation’s Symposium is a peer-to-peer event connecting students at all levels—high school through graduate school—to explore careers in mental health. Aligned with our mission to elevate youth mental wellness, the symposium builds community, shares insight on the path to clinical licensure (LSW, LCSW, LPC, LMFT), and supports our long-term goal of expanding Lancaster County’s mental health workforce.
We’re gathering students, facilitators, and artists to share reflections and help shape what’s next. Your voice matters—join us!
Make your impact by donating at the link below on November 21st, and come celebrate with us at the Greatest Giving Gig at Tellus360 from 5–8 PM. Together, we can elevate mental health for Lancaster’s youth!