The Capital Resource Conservation and Development (RC&D) Area Council is a seven county non-profit organization that networks people, resources and projects to promote responsible use and conservation of our region’s natural, community and economic resources.
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New Life Community Churches- Carlisle
We are a church that highly values being partnered and connected within our community. We want to build bridges and seek opportunities to support and encourage community agencies and groups who are working to build a better community. As a Church our vision is to be a diverse family of Christ-followers who seek to live out the love, acceptance, hope and healing of Jesus in all areas of our lives.
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Carlisle Young Professionals
Carlisle Young Professionals was founded in 2011 to provide opportunities for social engagement, community service, and leadership development for young professionals in the Carlisle, PA region. Members come from all different professions and backgrounds, some have always lived in the area; others have recently moved here from across the country or abroad. What unites them is that they live, work, and socialize in the Carlisle area. And, they want to make the community even better!CYP holds many events each month from Happy Hours to service projects in the community. It is the premier organization providing outlets for social engagement, community service, and leadership development for young professionals in the Carlisle region.
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Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation
The Cumberland Area Economic Development Corporation (CAEDC), a 501(c)3 non-profit corporation, was founded in 2005 by the Cumberland County Board of Commissioners. It is the County’s authorized agency charged with leveraging and promoting Cumberland Valley’s economic development and tourism assets to drive growth, create jobs, and improve the quality of life. The unique organizational structure of CAEDC, which integrates economic development and tourism promotion services under one roof, provides a paramount resource for businesses, non-profits, local municipalities, and residents.Programs administered by CAEDC are designed to support sound economic development within the Cumberland Valley and surrounding region primarily by attracting new businesses, assisting in the development, retention and expansion of businesses, and assisting communities in preparing for economic development opportunities. It provides a vital service in maintaining a vibrant and sustainable local economy by connecting people with partners and developing plans to succeed.
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Greater Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce
The Greater Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce seeks to promote and foster responsible economic development. The Chamber accomplishes this goal by providing the necessary resources and opportunities for businesses to prosper. The Chamber fosters communication between partners to enhance networking opportunities and increase communal benefits. Additionally, the Chamber has a variety of committees and task forces targeting specific sectors of the Greater Carlisle economy in order to effectively and efficiently provide the best economic opportunities.Our Vision
Our Vision is to be the recognized leader in fostering business development in the Central Cumberland County area.Our Mission
To be a catalyst that will actively promote and support responsible economic growth in the Carlisle region, while continuing to provide enhanced benefits for our membership and a vibrant quality of life for our community.What does the Chamber do, exactly?
Founded in 1913, the Greater Carlisle Area Chamber of Commerce has been serving the Carlisle, Pennsylvania, Area for more than 100 years. Our mission is to serve as a community catalyst that encourages and supports economic growth and stability. How exactly do we do that?
Through listening to and meeting the needs of our members and community, as best we can.
In order to do that:
•We help connect people to what they need to start a business here, grow a business here — or even move a business to Carlisle.
•We plan, host, and partner in diverse networking and professional-development events.
•We foster dialogue and communication with our members and community partners, about how we can better support them.
•We offer exclusive advertising opportunities to members, that showcase their business.…and much, much more!
We also help guests and tourists find what they’re looking for, in order to have the best visit possible. Need recommendations for everything from lodging to shopping and sightseeing while you’re in town? We can refer you to chamber members and community partners. And if you’re staying longer than a vacation, we can help with relocation information, too!
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YWCA Carlisle
“Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women”
YWCA Carlisle is a non-profit, social justice centered agency that works to eliminate racism and empower women in the Carlisle community and beyond. YWCA operates programs for people of all genders, from preschool age into adulthood. Many of their program offerings focus on educating members of the Carlisle Community. For example, a youth program called “After School Homework Club” provides “a safe and enriching environment for students in grades kindergarten through fifth to complete their homework.” Many of their programs, like this one, are staffed by volunteers from the Carlisle and Dickinson communities. Other programs focus on teaching nutrition, sexual violence prevention, physical wellness, fitness, and respectful communication. There are many volunteer opportunities and ways to get involved, which can be found on the YWCA Carlisle website. -
Carlisle Family YMCA
“We educate and motivate children, families and individuals to live healthy, fulfilled lives”
Carlisle Family YMCA offers classes to the greater Carlisle community that empower them to live healthier lives. Youth empowerment and development programs like “T.R.A.I.L,” which provides teens “the opportunity to develop skills in group organization, communication and social interaction through healthy, non-competitive group and individual adventure-based activities,” help foster a sustainable community of engaged, active citizens. Other opportunities, such as Home School Outdoor Education Days, empower home schooled children to explore the natural world through activities like canoeing, fishing, and archery. Carlisle Family YMCA also offers traditional fitness classes and other wellness courses for adults, which aim to build a healthier community. The organization as a whole is committed to youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, all three of which are necessary in building a sustainable community. -
D.I.G. Camp
“Providing Opportunities to Discover, Inquire & Grow at the Dickinson College Farm”
An outdoor educational camp for youth rising into grades 4-6 is being offered at the Dickinson College Farm this summer. Dickinson College’s Center for Sustainability Education (CSE), Alliance for Aquatic Resource Monitoring (ALLARM), and Farm are coming together to provide a one-of-a-kind opportunity to area children. D.I.G. campers will gain a better understanding and appreciation of our local resources by participating in hands-on learning experiences connecting them to renewable energy, stream health, sustainable agriculture and culinary discoveries. The camp is designed to foster a love of the outdoors, sense of place, skills in nature journaling and crafts, and practical experience in farming and science.Campers will Discover why the Yellow Breeches watershed is so unique, Inquire about how to connect local foods and renewable energy and water resources, and Grow as they define what is important in their own lives.
