York, Pa. — United Way of York County today announced Emily Seitz, PhD, as its next President & CEO, beginning Sept. 8. 

Seitz succeeds Brian Grimm, whose final day with United Way will be Sept. 4. She will lead the organization as it works alongside donors, businesses and community partners to help more York County households achieve financial stability. 

Key Takeaways

• New-collar jobs emphasize skills, certifications, apprenticeships, and hands-on training rather than four-year degrees.
• Employers across technology, healthcare, manufacturing, and other industries are increasingly adopting skills-based hiring practices.
• Workforce training programs can help low-income workers qualify for higher-paying careers and improve long-term earning potential.

For many working households, earning a paycheck is not enough to cover the rising costs of housing, food, health care, childcare, and transportation. When even a minor emergency can throw a household into crisis, finding the support quickly becomes essential.

Research zeroes in on households living paycheck to paycheck, pricing out of survival.

York, PA - The cost of household necessities in Pennsylvania rose faster than inflation for more than 15 years, leaving many households vulnerable to the growing affordability crisis, according to new data from United For ALICE, in partnership with United Way of York County. 

Getting to work, school, medical appointments, and grocery stores should be simple, but for many households, it's anything but. When transportation options are limited or unaffordable, even the most basic routines can become major obstacles. The good news is that communities like York County, Pennsylvania, are working on transportation problems and solutions that help people stay connected to opportunity.

Each May, Mental Health Awareness Month (also called Mental Health Month) highlights the importance of caring for our emotional well-being and encourages people to explore practical ways to improve their mental health. The observance serves to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and connect individuals with strategies and resources that support mental wellness. 

York, PA - United Way of York County announced today that President Brian Grimm will leave the organization as his family relocates.

Each April, individuals and organizations across the globe celebrate Global Volunteer Month, also known in the US as National Volunteer Month and Volunteer Appreciation Month. It’s a time for celebrating volunteers and inspiring new acts of service. During this month, National Volunteer Week further spotlights the power of service, honoring individuals and organizations that make a difference and inviting new people to donate their time to important causes.

Across the United States, childcare workers are under immense pressure — and the ripple effects are being felt by families, employers, and local economies. As traditional childcare systems struggle to meet demand, nonprofit early childhood programs are stepping in to provide stable, affordable, and high-quality options that better serve lower- and middle-income families.