Over 25 years, impacting Youth Mental Health in Lancaster County...

 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.

 

Our focus spans three key areas:

  • Increasing access to mental healthcare,
  • Building a strong talent pipeline for mental health professionals,
  • Fostering community awareness about mental health, especially for at-risk youth.

 

Join us in making a difference—support our mission today to help every young person in Lancaster County thrive.

One Night, Many Voices, Lasting Change, Thank You Lancaster!

With full hearts and deep gratitude, we thank every single person who made Feast of the Senses such a powerful and unforgettable evening.

What we experienced together was more than an event—it was a gathering of hope, inspiration, and courage. Honest voices were heard, meaningful stories were shared, and a community came together to shine a light on the importance of mental health.

Because of your generosity and belief in this mission, we are proud to share that we raised over $120,000 to support youth mental wellness programs in Lancaster County. This impact will be felt far beyond one evening—it will continue to uplift, support, and empower young people who need it most.

Thank you for standing with us, for listening, for giving, and for being part of something truly meaningful. Together, we are building a future where every young person feels seen, supported, and valued.

With gratitude,

The Touchstone Foundation

**OneCause will accept donations until the end of May in support of Mental Health Awareness Month in case you want to still support Feast of the Senses programs during this important month of highlighting Mental Health.

Mental Health Access Assistance

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!

Our Programs

2,214

Therapy visits were covered for children and parents in Mental Health Access Assistance.

9

Students received scholarships toward their tuition in mental health careers.

40

Newly licensed clinicians are serving Lancaster County since 2020, by completed hours in our Mental Health Clinical Fellowship Program.

29

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 Student 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.

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You’re invited to a Rise Above feedback session!

January 29th

We’re gathering students, facilitators, and artists to share reflections and help shape what’s next. Your voice matters—join us!

Join us in supporting youth mental wellness this ExtraGive!

November 21st

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!