Placement Opportunities
The following nonprofit organizations have contacted Leadership York in search of volunteer leaders who want to make a difference in their community. Please scroll through the list below and contact the nonprofit(s) that interests you. The contact person listed can provide you with additional information.
If you are a nonprofit organization and would like to advertise a board or volunteer placement opportunity on our page, please click the link below.
Organization Name: Find Toby in PA
Our Mission: Find Toby in PA, a nonprofit organization dedicated to reuniting lost pets with their families. We are currently seeking passionate and committed individuals to join our Board of Directors, and we would greatly appreciate your help in spreading the word.
Since 2016, Find Toby in PA, a part of the 501(c)(3) Smart 4 Paws, has reunited over 26,000 lost pets in Central PA and beyond. We are an all-volunteer organization, operating 365 days a year, and we live our mission in everything we do. Unlike shelters or rescues, our focus is on reuniting lost pets, providing critical services to pet owners in need.
Areas Our Organization Serves: Animal Services
Ages Served: All Ages
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: www.findtobyinpa.org
Seeking: Board Member
Describe Candidate Requirements: If interested, please see find the application and full board details on their website here.
Board members are fiduciaries responsible for guiding the organization toward a sustainable future by ensuring ethical governance, sound financial management, and adequate resources to advance its mission.
Board Responsibilities:
Define Mission & Strategy: Establish the organization’s mission, goals, and policies, and develop long-term strategic plans.
Ensure Financial & Organizational Stability: Oversee financial health, secure funding, and recruit leaders to sustain the organization’s future.
Uphold Integrity & Independence: Protect the organization’s values from undue influence.
Provide Fiduciary Oversight: Ensure responsible financial management and legal compliance.
Support Fundraising & Resource Development: Help identify and secure financial resources.
Monitor Programs & Services: Evaluate the effectiveness and impact of initiatives.
Enhance Public Image: Act as ambassadors, strengthening the organization’s reputation.
Assess Board Performance: Regularly review and improve governance practices.
Expectations of Individual Board Members:
Understand & Commit to the Mission: Be informed about the organization’s goals, policies, and needs.
Exercise Financial Oversight: Review financial statements and board materials before meetings.
Advocate & Network: Leverage connections to advance the organization’s mission and fundraising efforts.
Contribute Financially: Make a meaningful personal donation.
Engage Actively: Attend and participate in board meetings, serve on committees, and support special projects.
Foster Inclusivity & Ethical Conduct: Respect diverse perspectives, avoid conflicts of interest, and uphold organizational values.
Recruit Future Leaders: Help identify and onboard new board members.
Contact Name: Kelly Schlieder
Organizational Role: President
Contact E-mail: kellyschlieder@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: (717) 557-8096
Last Updated: 3/6/2025
Organization Name: The Peyton Walker Foundation
Our Mission: Our mission is to increase awareness and survival rates for Sudden Cardiac Arrest.
The Peyton Walker Foundation was established in memory of 19-year-old Peyton, whose young and vibrant life was stolen by Sudden Cardiac Arrest on November 2, 2013. Motivation to establish the foundation came from the words that were emblazoned on the shirt Peyton was wearing on November 2nd: “What we do for ourselves dies with us…. What we do for others and the world remains and is immortal.” (Albert Pines); her shirt called her family to action, establishing the Foundation to save young lives so that other families would never know the heartache of losing a child without warning to Sudden Cardiac Arrest.
Areas Our Organization Serves: Health and Human Services
Ages Served: All Ages
Area Served: Central Pennsylvania
Organization Website: www.peytonwalker.org
Seeking: Board Member | Secretary
Describe Candidate Requirements: The Peyton Walker Foundation, established to combat the prevalence of Sudden Cardiac Arrest (SCA), is looking to expand its Board of Directors by adding a secretary.
Since our inception, we've been dedicated to checking hearts, protecting hearts, and saving lives through heart screening programs, education, getting AEDs in the community, training CPR/AED, and advocacy. Our meetings are held quarterly in person in Enola for approximately two hours, with further coordination via email or quick online meetings.
The ideal candidate should be deeply committed to our cause, skilled in taking notes, and familiar with Robert's Rules of Order.
Contact Name: Nicole McCartan
Organizational Role: Executive Director
Contact E-mail: bnicole@peytonwalker.org
Contact Phone Number: (717) 695-1917
Last Updated: 3/6/2025
Organization Name: York Opioid Collaborative
Our Mission: To coordinate and create collaborations that raise awareness and advocate for collectively implement solutions for substance use.
We strive to build a board of volunteers that provide the necessary skills to strategically grow the organization and work collectively to reduce overdoses and impact of substance use on our community.
We are looking for board members that are passionate about the impact of substance use and want to help advance our organization in its vital role.
Areas Our Organization Serves: Health and Human Services
Ages Served: All Ages
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: yorkopioidcollaborative.org
Seeking: Board Member | Chair of Personnel Committee
Describe Candidate Requirements: A board member with Human Resources experience to serve as the Chair of the Personnel Committee. This role will provide oversight and guidance on HR-related matters, ensuring our organization remains strong in its policies and personnel management.
An additional board member who is passionate about our mission and can contribute their expertise and time to our efforts in addressing the substance use crisis in York County.
Board members will serve a two-year term and can be re-elected to three consecutive terms. Meetings are held every other month in person on the second Monday at 3:00 p.m.
Contact Name: Brittany Shutz
Organizational Role: Executive Director
Contact E-mail: bshutz@yorkopioidcollaborative.org
Contact Phone Number: (717) 551-0016
Last Updated: 3/6/2025
Organization Name: Scouting America, New Birth of Freedom Council
Our Mission: Our mission is to provide programs and services for those aged 60 and over that are designed to overcome loneliness, combat boredom, enhance self-esteem and personal growth and encourage independence through involvement in the community.
Ages Served: K-20
Area Served: Six Counties Including York County
Organization Website: New Birth of Freedom Council
Seeking: Board Members
Describe Candidate Requirements: Our Scout board meets every other month on the third Tuesday at 5 PM, typically in a virtual format (the executive committee meets monthly). We're looking to expand our board with dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in youth development. If you know anyone who could contribute—particularly business associates, working-age professionals, women, and/or individuals from diverse backgrounds—we’d love to hear from them! Prior Scouting experience is welcome but not necessary; interest in our mission and a willingness to serve are the only requirements.
Contact Name: Mike Summers
Organizational Role: Nominating Chair
Contact E-mail: mvzs2@hotmail.com
Contact Phone Number: (717) 424-8900
Last Updated: 3/6/2025
Organization Name: York County Honors Choir
Our Mission: The mission of York County Honors Choirs is to engage the hearts and minds of its singers by providing choral education and performance opportunities to diverse young people from throughout York County. As a result of our efforts and activities, we enhance the quality and culture of our community. York County Honors Choirs, Inc. is a 501c3 nonprofit organization maintained by a volunteer Board of Directors that is responsible for managing the choirs’ operations, fundraising, and marketing efforts. Through the generous support of York County businesses, sponsors, and private patrons, York County Honors Choirs has thrived for more than 25 years.
Areas My Organization Serves: Education & Literacy
Ages Served: Teen (13-19)
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: www.theychc.org
Seeking: Board Member, Committee Member
Describe Candidate Requirements: The Honors Choirs organization is maintained by a volunteer Board of Directors that is responsible for managing the choirs’ operations, fundraising, and marketing efforts. The Board meets monthly virtually. Committee meetings are bimonthly virtually. The Board expects to meet in person twice each calendar year. The Board is encouraged to attend choir rehearsals and performances. Schedules are shared both on the website and during meetings. In total, a Board member can expect under ten hours of time commitment each month. Currently, the Board is looking for individuals who have legal and fundraising experience, and an overall passion for music education.
Contact Name: Kevin Alvarnaz
Organizational Role: Vice Chair
Contact E-mail: kalvarnaz2@gmail.com
Last Updated: 3/6/2025
Organization Name: York Benevolent Association
Our Mission: The Benevolent is York County's oldest charity established following the Battle of Gettysburg to assist the widows and orphans of the war. For the last 160 years, The Benevolent has continued to supply food, clothing, energy assistance to those in need through year-round distributions.
Areas Our Organization Serves: Poverty, Housing & Disaster Relief
Ages Served: All ages
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: Yorkbenevolent.org
Seeking: Board Member
Describe Candidate Requirements: The Benevolent has a diversified board. The board offers a great opportunity to learn about the challenges facing York County and to participate in finding and providing solutions to the people in need. Marketing, finance, commitment, and energy are a few of qualifications or experiences sought for in board members.
Contact Name: Stephen Stetler
Organizational Role: President, Board of Managers
Contact E-mail: shstetler@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: (717) 309-7400
Last Updated: 3/6/2025
Organization Name: Heritage Senior Center
Our Mission: Our mission is to provide programs and services for those aged 60 and over that are designed to overcome loneliness, combat boredom, enhance self-esteem and personal growth and encourage independence through involvement in the community.
Ages Served: Aging 50+
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: www.heritageseniorcenter.com
Seeking: Board Member
Describe Candidate Requirements: We are looking for two (2) board members to fill seats of a dynamic and exciting senior center. We are experiencing rapid growth with double digit new members monthly and over 200 new members for the year. Board members are responsible for not only for policy making but fundraising and accruing donations. We are currently in a capital campaign mode to build a new building. The successful candidate will bring a contact network, will have a sense of urgency and boldness when contacting potential donors and sponsors and will spend time at the center with members. Our membership is over the age of 60 but we are looking for some younger dynamics in our board with the right skills. Accountancy, legal, sales background would be helpful by not required.
Contact Name: Denise Miller
Organizational Role: Executive Director
Contact E-mail: Center.heritage@yahoo.com
Contact Phone Number: (717) 292-7471
Last Updated: 3/6/2025
Organization Name: Easterseals Western and Central Pennsylvania
Our Mission: ESWCPA provides programs and services to individuals with disabilities from birth to end of life. In the York area our programs are focused on providing recreational opportunities for children and adults with disabilities and for children of military families.
Areas Our Organization Serves: Health & Human Services
Ages Served: Aging 50+
Area Served: York City and York County
Organization Website: www.eastersealswcpenna.org
Seeking: Board Member
Describe Candidate Requirements: The Board of Directors meets 4 times per year virtually. There is an expectation of joining committee work and financially supporting the organization.
Contact Name: Sue DuMars
Organizational Role: Major Gifts/Community Engagement Manager
Contact E-mail: sdumars@eastersealswcpenna.org
Contact Phone Number: (717) 577-8976
Last Updated: 3/6/2025
Organization Name: York Youth Symphony Orchestra
Our Mission: The YYSO creates a unique opportunity for elite youth musicians to learn a challenging repertoire with peers, perform in a variety of venues and expand their perspectives of what it means to be a musician.
The orchestra—a charter member of the Cultural Alliance of York—is governed by a Board of Directors composed of music educators, parents of orchestra members, and interested members of the community.
As the YYSO looks to the future, the goal remains the same—to provide an opportunity for young, talented musicians to develop their skills and participate in an exceptional musical experience.
Areas My Organization Serves: Arts, Culture, and Recreation
Ages Served: Teen (13-19)
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: www.yorkyouthsymphony.org
Seeking: Treasurer, Board Member
Describe Candidate Requirements: (professional qualifications, experience, time commitment, etc.): The YYSO is currently looking to add to our current board of directors. Board of directors should have a desire to help youth foster their love of performing. The Treasurer should have the ability to work within QuickBooks, be able to create a budget, and create and run financial reports.
Time Commitment: Attend and actively participate in Board meetings in a 12-month period. Volunteer at at least one rehearsal per concert period. Attend as many concerts as possible. Participate in orientation and training for new Board members. Review Board meeting materials prior to the meeting.
Contact Name: Gretchen Kowalik
Organizational Role: Board President
Contact E-mail: boardpres@yorkyouthsymphony.org
Contact Phone Number: (717) 515-8215
Last Updated: 3/10/2025
Organization Name: Autism York
Our Mission: Autism York is a non-profit group operated by a board of volunteers dedicated to supporting our local autism community. Our group exists for the sole purpose of providing support in a safe and friendly environment. Our events and programs are offered at low or no cost to families and individuals living with autism spectrum disorder in York and surrounding counties.
Autism York offers opportunities for families and individuals on the autism spectrum to learn, grow and develop relationships that help guide one another through this journey.
Areas Our Organization Serves: Health and Human Services
Ages Served: All Ages
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: www.autismyork.org
Seeking: Board Member
Describe Candidate Requirements: Time commitment: We have one board meeting a month, currently every 2nd Tuesday of the month for roughly 2 hours. Family Board Member would be one time a month at a family event. Fundraising Board Member would be helping our Program Manager find sponsors for our fundraisers, finding new fundraising opportunities. etc., so time commitment may vary.
Professional qualifications: Strong commitment to the organization's mission, relevant professional experience or expertise in fields such as finance, law, fundraising, or nonprofit management, and a diverse perspective that enhances the board’s effectiveness. Additionally, board members should possess skills in leadership, strategic planning, and governance, along with the ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with other board members and stakeholders. Prior involvement in nonprofit activities or community service is also beneficial.
Contact Name: Brandi Snyder
Organizational Role: Program Manager
Contact E-mail: bsnyder@autismyork.org
Contact Phone Number: (717) 841-5528
Last Updated:2/3/2025
Organization Name: The Susquehanna Waldorf School
Our Mission:
The Susquehanna Waldorf School is an accredited Pre-School through Grades Waldorf School, and accredited with Pennsylvania Independent School Association. The SWS educates children out of a strong anthroposophical understanding of the developing child so that they can go forth with resilience, compassion, purpose, and capacities for innovating thinking.
Areas Our Organization Serves: Education & Literacy
Ages Served: Children 3-12
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: www.susquehannawaldorf.org
Seeking: Board Member
Describe Candidate Requirements: Our volunteer Board of Directors is seeking individuals with experience in finance, governance, legal, human resources, development and marketing. The Board meets once a month in the evening and board members are expected to sit on one committee. We are seeking two new Board members. Terms are two-years, with the ability to continue in additional terms. We are willing to mentor and educate new board members with no prior experience in board service. At this time, we are in need of someone with financial and accounting skills.
Contact Name: Kathleen Clark
Organizational Role: Vice-President and Nominating Chair
Contact E-mail: 3kec2kcc@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: (717) 615-1825
Last Updated: 1/13/2025
Organization Name: American Veterans Honor & Reflective Remembrance Committee
Our Mission: Our organizational creed provides excellence in the historical portrayal of Military Entertainment Events to gather and honor American Veterans through period portrayal events. Our goal is to enhance awareness through entertainment, amazing food entrees and desserts, honoring for military service and fellowship. We are offering community service points for College, High School, Boy and Girls Scout Troops.
No alcoholic beverages will be served at our events, as they are always to be family oriented. A Military chaplain will always be present at all our events, and Taps will be played honoring veterans, living and deceased. My committee and staff are held to the highest standards of integrity, and professional customer service. We will provide exceptional care for the needs of attending veterans. In the coming years as our organization matures, we will continue to honor veterans of all armed conflicts to include the Post Korean War, Vietnam, Gulf War, and current American commitments abroad. We strive to provide period entertainment, great food, and fellowship to our veterans and their families. Why can’t our veterans enjoy a day off and become 18 once more, swinging to post WW2 1950's Doo Wop hits, Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Bobby Darin, the Grass Roots or any current musical genre down the road.
Let us always remember the sacrifices made by all our American Patriots, with so many making the ultimate sacrifice to keep our amazing country free. We will never forget them. Please remember to thank a serviceman or servicewomen, when you see them. They are our current “Greatest Generation” and deserve your continued support, a simple thank you for their service is required.
Areas Our Organization Serves: Arts, Culture & Recreation
Ages Served: All ages
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: www.avhrrc.org
Seeking: Board Member, Committee Member, Volunteers, Community Service Volunteers
Describe Candidate Requirements: Ability to successfully network for donations, possible sponsors, administration support, bookkeeping needed, nonprofit business professionals to add to the board, marketing and IT support would be nice. Telephone marketing and demographics markets. Grant manager, if possible. Time commitment of a few hours a week. Plug and play on the day of our second event. Any help will be greatly appreciated. Reaching out to veteran's facilities, assisted living to spread the word.
Contact Name: Ronald Falciano
Organizational Role: CEO
Contact E-mail: artsailor2006@yahoo.com
Contact Phone Number: (757) 377-0538
Last Updated: 1/6/2025
Organization Name: York Habitat for Humanity
Our Mission: Established in York County in 1985, YHFH is a not-for-profit organization that builds simple, decent, affordable housing with the help of volunteer labor, donated funds, time, and materials. York Habitat for Humanity is an affiliate, in good standing, of HFHI and is governed by a local board of directors. York Habitat provides a hand-up, not a hand-out. Each home is sold to local families for no profit to York Habitat for Humanity, who otherwise might be forced to live in substandard housing. These families contribute “sweat equity” by helping construct their own homes and the homes of other partner families alongside York Habitat staff and volunteers and attending extensive financial literacy and homeownership classes.
Areas My Organization Serves: Education and Literacy, Health and Human Services, Poverty, Housing, and Disaster Relief
Ages Served: All Ages
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: https://www.yorkhabitat.org
Seeking: Board Member, Committee Member
Describe Candidate Requirements (professional qualifications, experience, time commitment, etc.):
We are looking for individuals passionate about decent, safe, affordable housing for our York County families and willing to work diligently alongside us to make it a reality. Currently, we are looking for a Treasurer to join our board.
The Board of Directors and the Operating Committees meet once a month. We currently have a Board of Directors and eight operational committees:
• Volunteer Engagement Committee
• Family Services Committee
• Marketing & Special Events Committee
• Finance Committee
• Women Build Committee
• ReStore Committee
• Site Selection & Construction Committee
• Philanthropy Committee
Contact Name: Isabell Clark
Organizational Role: Volunteer Services Manager
Contact E-mail: isabell@yorkhabitat.org
Contact Phone Number: (717) 854-6168
Last Updated: 1/6/2025
Organization Name: York City Little League
Our Mission: We are part of Little League Baseball. We work to be sure we help raise funds to keep the cost of membership low in our community. We directly take care of field refurbishment, volunteer recruitment & training, registration and equipment.
Areas My Organization Serves: Arts, Culture, and Recreation
Ages Served: Teen (13-19)
Area Served: York City
Organization Website: https://www.yorkcitylittleleague.org
Seeking: Board Member, Committee Member
Describe Candidate Requirements (professional qualifications, experience, time commitment, etc.): We are looking for individuals who can help facilitate the transfer of knowledge and skills from retiring board members.
Roles include (but not limited to as we would be open to someone with any experience and interest):
Leadership in fundraising- The current board member in this role has lots of great contacts that he continues to update on our status and the impact we make in the community. This is a big part in keeping our Donors coming back.We would like to split the current role of treasurer to have at least two individuals participating in this dept. This role often meets with league officials to control the physical check and currency needs of the league during the gaming season. Examples could include meeting with our contracted umpires to ensure they are paid.
Volunteer management - Someone that could survey the existing board members and help build a timeline of when we need volunteers & for what so that we can do a better job of involving our Little League Families & understanding when we can pull in community partners.
Inventory manager- Someone to help learn the inventory timeline. Learning the deadlines this person would ensure the current members would stay on target for deadlines required for Uniform & Equipment ordering.
Permits- This person would stay on top of permits & applications for things like Special Events, Raffles, Health Inspections (this is only done once a year so it's not a big lift however it's a very important one).
Contact Name: Aneury Perez
Organizational Role: Player Agent
Contact E-mail: PerezYorkPA@gmail.com
Contact Phone Number: (717) 801-7302
Last Updated: 1/3/2025
Organization Name: Typical Life Corporation
Our Mission: To take a holistic approach in providing encouragement, person-centered support, and growth opportunities to the individuals we serve.
For the past 25 years, Typical Life Corporation (TLC) has been providing community residential and day options throughout York and Adams counties to neurodiverse adults.
We are dedicated to fostering personal growth and community well-being through responsible, compassionate, and innovative support, rooted in integrity and collaborative partnerships, ensuring every individual has the opportunity to live their best life.
Areas My Organization Serves: Health and Human Services
Ages Served: 18+
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: https://www.typical-life.org
Seeking: Board Member
Describe Candidate Requirements (professional qualifications, experience, time commitment, etc.):
As the highest leadership body of the organization, we are seeking candidates who are passionate about the work of Typical Life Organization.
Our Boards meets virtually, once a month for about 1 to 1 1/2 hours.
Primary responsibilities:
Selecting, supporting, and evaluating the performance of the CEO
Strategic and organizational planning
Ensuring strong fiduciary oversight and financial management
Fundraising and resource development
Approving and monitoring the organization's programs and services
Enhancing the organizations' public image
Assessing its own performance as the governing body
Ensuring legal and ethical integrity
Individual Expectations:
Know the organization's mission, policies, programs and needs
Read and understand the organization's financial statements and boards materials in advance of the meeting
Leverage connections, networks, and resources to develop collective action to achieve the organization's mission
Help identify personal connections that can benefit the organization's fundraising efforts
Respect the experiences of all who bring their voices and lived experiences to the organization
Contact Name: Sandy Chilton
Organizational Role: Executive Director
Contact E-mail: schilton@typical-life.org
Contact Phone Number: (717) 852-5441
Last Updated: 1/3/2025
Organization Name: YWCA York Junior Board
Our Mission: YWCA York is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.
YWCA York has been leading change since 1891. We are York County’s premier provider of comprehensive services to those impacted by violence, working with victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and human trafficking. While our mission is eliminating racism and empowering women, YWCA York also strives to strengthen families. Each year, children throughout York County enjoy our childcare and summer camp programs, which provide outdoor and educational learning for disadvantaged youth.
Areas My Organization Serves: Education and Literacy, Health and Human Services, Poverty, Housing, and Disaster Relief
Ages Served: All Ages
Area Served: York County
Organization Website: https://ywcayork.org
Seeking: Board Member
Describe Candidate Requirements: YWCA York is committed to creating and developing sustained leadership opportunities for diverse young women in York County. The purpose of YWCA York’s Junior Board is to foster the participation of young women, up to the age of 35, to support and further the mission of YWCA York.
Roles:
Serve as ambassador to YWCA York in the community.
Attend 75% of regular monthly meetings which are held at 5:00pm on the first Thursday of the month.
Volunteer at one or both Junior Board lead events:
Adopt a Family (holiday season - December)
Victim Services Donation Drive - Shelter Shelves (Spring - April)
Participate annually on a Junior Board Committee or Association Standing Committee.
Attend at least 1 Association Board of Directors meetings annually (held monthly on a July - June term; the second Tuesday of the month from 3:30pm - 5:00pm)
Volunteer and/or attend at least one YWCA York signature event and encourage friends, colleagues, and family members to join.
Provide ideas for programming and events to the YWCA to encourage the involvement and participation of young women in the organization.
Contribute a financial donation annually in the amount of their choice to a program or event that speaks to your passion for the organization.
Contact Name: Brianna Weaver
Organizational Role: President-Elect & Nomination Chair
Contact E-mail: briweaver163@gmail.com
Last Updated: 1/2/2025
