Imagine the Possible.

The Arras Foundation aims to foster an environment in which all members of our community can see its potential. We work with local nonprofits, elected officials, educators at every level, and many other members of the general public toward supporting and building a healthy community.

Our work is rooted in our commitment to collaboration, community engagement, communication, all of which is supported by data and the tracking of our healthy community indicators.

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Our Focus Areas

We want to grow a healthier community, together.

We strategically strengthen these five areas toward this goal.

The Crescent, Arras Foundation

Community Investment

We invest resources – time, talent, and treasure – into our community.

Lancaster High School, c/o 2019

Youth Development

Young people are the future of our community, and we support their growth and development throughout their transition to adulthood.

Community Heart & Soul town gathering

Open Dialogue

The strongest ideas are born from open discussion and collaboration. We use this principle to guide our work.

Mural Court, Lancaster

Partnership Building

We work to build connections between partners to continue moving our community forward.

Tax Credit Education

Shared Learning

Our work is data-driven and informed, dedicated to providing community members and partners with information that impacts our region.

Who We Are

Our five focus areas, our North Star, and our tenets guide Arras Foundation investments and priorities.

Growing a healthier community takes all of us working together. See how you can join us.