Many Ways to Give

COBYS provides a full continuum of care that prioritizes the physical safety and behavioral and emotional health of the children, adults, and families we serve. While we receive some county and state funding, it does not cover all the expenses required to deliver the exceptional level of care that sets us apart. Our commitment goes beyond the basics. This is the COBYS Difference — and it is only possible with the help of generous supporters like you.

Help COBYS Make a Difference

COBYS’ impact is felt throughout the foster care and behavioral health system in South Central Pennsylvania. See how your support can help the children, adults, and families we serve experience real change in their lives, and consider donating today. 

Explore Giving Opportunities

Online Donation

Make a secure one-time or recurring gift with a credit card or ACH bank transfer. Every donation helps strengthen our children, families, and communities.

Donation from Your IRA or DAF

Support COBYS through a qualified charitable distribution (QCD) from your IRA or a gift from your donor-advised fund (DAF). Consult your financial advisor or institution for details.
COBYS EIN ID: 23-2128881

Employer Matching Gifts

Many employers will match employees’ charitable donations, doubling or even tripling your gift to COBYS. Ask your employer if this benefit is available to you.

Annual & Year-End Giving

Whether you’re tax planning or simply inspired by the generosity of the holiday season, the end of the year is a common time for charitable giving. Your gift helps provide hope, healing, and support while making a lasting impact in our community.

Planned Giving

Leave a lasting legacy by including COBYS in your estate plans. Planned gifts can benefit future generations while offering potential tax advantages.

ExtraGive

Each November, support COBYS through Lancaster County’s annual day of giving, the ExtraGive. Every gift helps expand our impact on children and families.

The COBYS Care Fund

Support children and families with life’s everyday extras, from clothing and school supplies to birthday gifts, enrichment opportunities, special experiences that create lasting memories, and underfunded Counseling Center expenses.

Kids’ Closet

Donate new clothing, toiletries, backpacks, blankets, toys, and other essentials that help foster children and families feel welcomed, cared for, and prepared.

Our Fundraisers

Support COBYS while connecting with others at our fundraising events. Your participation helps sustain life-changing programs and services. Join us for our next fundraiser — see below!

Upcoming Fundraising Events

NOV
20

ExtraGive

This November, support COBYS Family Services on Lancaster County’s biggest day of giving.
MAY
22

COBYS Community Baseball Bash Fundraiser

If you love baseball and COBYS, come join us at Penn Medicine Park in the Silverball Suite where we’ll raise funds while watching the Lancaster Stormers.

Learn More About Supporting COBYS

Thank you for considering a gift to help children, adults, and families in the COBYS community.

For more information about giving opportunities, please contact our director of development and communications, Anne Stokes, or our donor relations manager, Steven Nichols. 

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To receive information about our care, details on our events, and in-depth stories about the positive difference COBYS is making in the lives of individuals at risk, please join our contact list. We’d love to share what partnership with COBYS means for our kids and families.