Leadership Franklin County

05/22/2026

☀️ It may be Memorial Day weekend and the unofficial start of summer… but we’re still thinking about the LFC Class of 2026 Snowflakes ❄️💙

05/15/2026

🎓 Congratulations to the Leadership Franklin County Community Class of 2026!

We are proud to celebrate 20 outstanding professionals who graduated from this year’s program and are now part of the growing LFC alumni network of leaders serving our community.

A special thank you to our program sponsor speaker, Chad Carroll President & COO of F&M Trust, and emcee Abby McElhiney of Ghost Writer, LFC Class of 2025 alumna, for helping make the celebration memorable.

Class projects sponsored by: Chambersburg Area School District Engagment Center, Mainstreet Waynesboro, Inc., Rotary Club of Chambersburg and The Presbyterian Church of Falling Spring

👏 Please join us in congratulating:

• Erika Butts – Alpha Sigma Alpha Sorority
• Kara Charters – RKL, LLP
• Lisa Coté – Wilson College
• AimeeBeth Davis – F&M Trust
• Johnathan Espinosa – WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital
• Karen Goodman – Citi
• Zach Hendricks – F&M Trust
• Morgan Horst – SEK CPAs & Advisors
• Jaryne Kauffman – Curaleaf
• Will Kauffman – Chick-fil-A of Chambersburg
• Kyle Koons – Goodwill Keystone Area
• Michelle McNew – Starr Insurance Inc.
• Shamar Pates – F&M Trust
• Kerry Powers – F&M Trust
• Georgia Scalia – WellSpan Health
• Mark Story – Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County
• Tiffany Swindell – Orrstown Bank
• Andrea Unzaga Burgos – Hiermanna Birth & Postpartum
• Todd Wivell – Letterkenny Army Depot
• Leah Wolfinger – WellSpan Health

05/14/2026

🌟 Congratulations to our 2025 Leadership Franklin County Alumni of the Year, Blanca Nizama! 🌟

Blanca exemplifies what it means to lead with heart, compassion, and service. As a Community Health Worker with WellSpan Health, she has impacted more than 1,000 community members by helping individuals and families access care, resources, and support with dignity and cultural understanding.

A proud graduate of the Leadership Franklin County Class of 2023 and longtime Steering Committee member, Blanca’s service extends throughout Franklin County through countless organizations, boards, and volunteer efforts that strengthen our community every day.

One LFC Alumni nominator said it best: “She is a true servant leader—someone who consistently puts others before herself and works tirelessly to make a positive impact.”

The LFC Alumni are honored to recognize Blanca for her outstanding leadership, unwavering service, and incredible impact on our community. Congratulations, Blanca, on this well-deserved recognition! 🎉

To read more about Blanca and all our AOY winners, click here: https://www.chambersburg.org/assets/pdf/LFC+Alumni+of+the+Year+thru+AOY+2024+-+5.14.2026/

05/13/2026

🎓 In just a few hours, this incredible class will officially become Leadership Franklin County alumni!

It is not too late to join us today, Wednesday, May 13, at 3 PM in the F&M Trust Community Room at corporate headquarters as we celebrate these students and recognize their accomplishments.

A special thank you to our volunteer committee members, mentors, and faculty who helped make another successful year of LFC Community possible!



LFCC is sponsored by F&M Trust

05/08/2026

🔨❤️ LFC Alumni were in action this week for the first of two volunteer days with Habitat for Humanity of Franklin County PA!

Our amazing alumni volunteers spent the day on the west side of Chambersburg helping build affordable housing for a local family while also strengthening connections with fellow alumni through service and teamwork. TY Darby, Diane, James, Janeen, Karen, Laiton & Lynn

There’s something special about coming together to give back to the community we call home 😊

Interested in connecting with fellow LFC graduates and making a difference through community service opportunities like this? We’d love to have you involved!

📩 Please contact Ginny at [email protected] to learn more about volunteering with the Alumni Committee.

05/07/2026

🚀 Excitement for the Leadership Franklin County Youth Class of 2027!

🎓 This week, 25 new student leaders came together at Wilson College for orientation and the start of their leadership journey.
✨ Students explored the pillars of the Student Leadership Challenge, completed their True Colors personality assessments, and had meaningful conversations about what makes each of them unique and how different strengths contribute to effective leadership.

🎤 A highlight of the morning was an engaging welcome from Wilson College President Wes Fugate who challenged students to think about leadership, growth, education, and the value of travel and new experiences.

🌟 We are excited to watch this incredible group grow, connect, and lead over the next year!



LFCY is sponsored by Wilson College

04/28/2026

⏳ Deadline Almost Here! Don’t Miss Out ⏳

Time is running out to apply for the Leadership Franklin County (LFC) Community Class of 2027—applications close Friday, May 8!

If you’re ready to grow as a community leader, expand your network, and make a real impact in Franklin County, this is your opportunity.

Spots are limited, and the deadline is quickly approaching—don’t wait until it’s too late.

👉 Apply now and learn more:
https://www.chambersburg.org/leadership/

Tag someone who should be part of this next class.

For more information, contact Ginny at [email protected]

LFC Community is sponsored by F&M Trust
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04/21/2026

🎓 Congratulations, Leadership Franklin County Youth Class of 2026!🎓

Yesterday, we had the privilege of celebrating an incredible group of student leaders at the LFCY Graduation Ceremony. These students have grown in confidence, character, and leadership—demonstrating what it means to make a positive impact in their schools and communities.

Guided by the LFCY mission to equip students with tools for leadership & life, this class embraced every opportunity given to learn and lead. Their journey has been both meaningful and transformative.

Their class core values: Communication • Empathy • Growth Mindset • Respect • Service • Teamwork

A sincere thank you to all our volunteers who invest in these students and make this program meaningful. Also, thanks to our program sponsor, Wilson College, for their continued partnership and dedication to developing future leaders.

👏 Join us in celebrating the LFCY Class of 2026!

Chambersburg Area Senior High School:
Erick Canales
Parker Christophel
Sophie Jumper
Anna Varner
Ayla Whiteley

Cumberland Valley Christian School:
Mckenzie Conner
Lydia Garcia
Madigan Weyant

Fannett-Metal High School:
Ford Seburn

Greencastle Antrim High School:
Hayden Baer
Lily Black
Ben Flory
Tiegan Thompson
Jeffrey Woodruff
Katie Zawilinski

James Buchanan High School:
Quwhn Johnson
Sydnee Stone

Shalom Christian Academy:
Emme Leonard

Shippensburg Area Senior High School:
Ben Kougher
Kathryn Shirk
Jenna Witmer

Waynesboro Area Senior High School:
Braylen Brunet
Quinn Sanders
Alyssa Vulgamott
Abigail Weaver
Lillian Whitney