Republished from Foster’s Daily Democrat

York County Community Action Corporation (YCCAC) made a powerful impact last year, supporting thousands of local residents with housing, heating, health care, and family services—totaling more than $35 million in assistance. But beyond the numbers, Executive Director Carter Friend reminds us that each statistic represents a neighbor, a family, or a life changed. From helping a family rebuild after a devastating fire to catching a serious health issue early, these stories reveal the real difference YCCAC makes every day. Since 1965, the organization has continued to grow and evolve to meet the community’s most urgent needs. Read the full story to learn more about YCCAC’s lasting impact across York County—and why its work matters now more than ever.