Summary
Organization name
Discovering Paths Mentoring - Lancaster Chamber
other names
Foundation of the Lancaster Chamber
Tax id (EIN)
22-2608944
Budget Size
Over $1M
Address
115 East King StreetLancaster, PA 17602
Help Lancaster’s Students Discover What’s Possible
Every young person deserves the opportunity to see their future come into focus. Through the Lancaster Chamber’s Discovering Paths Mentoring Program, high school juniors are paired one-on-one with mentors from across Lancaster County — dedicated professionals who help them explore careers, build confidence, and imagine what’s next.
Each conversation, learning session, job shadow, and new industry connection brings learning to life - showing students that their path forward can start right here in Lancaster County.
Why It Works
Discovering Paths creates measurable, lasting impact for students across Lancaster County:
🎓 93% of participants have a strong understanding of the career options available to them.
💼 87% understand pathways in Lancaster’s in-demand industries.
💬 93% feel confident demonstrating workplace readiness skills.
🎯 89% report strong awareness of local educational options.
🤝 Students rated their mentor relationship 4.6/5 stars — proof that connection drives confidence and growth.
💡 A legacy of 17 years of innovative career exploration and student skill-building.
✅ Demonstrated impact with over 1,000 students successfully completing the program.
✏️ Strong partnerships with more than 20 schools, bridging the gap between the education system and businesses hiring the next generation
Behind every number is a student who’s gained more confidence in their next steps after graduation:
“I’ve built lifelong friendships and found a mentor who continues to guide me as I grow in my career.”— Lukas, Mentee
“Discovering Paths helped me understand my strengths, improve my communication skills, and shape my career direction.”— Olivia, Mentee
“A career path isn’t a straight line. This program helped me see that I can shape my own.”— Jasmine, Current Mentee
Your Gift Creates Lasting Impact
When you give to Discovering Paths Mentoring, you’re investing in more than a program - you’re investing in the future of Lancaster’s students and community.
Your support helps us sustain and grow the program, deliver innovative career exploration and skill-building experiences, and make Discovering Paths a lasting resource for connecting students to meaningful opportunities and building a strong local workforce.
Give today and help the next generation of Lancaster's workforce discover their path forward.
Want to learn more about the program? Learn More About Discovering Paths helps students explore careers, build workplace skills, and gain confidence in shaping their futures. See the program in action, learn about student outcomes, and find out how you and your company can get involved. CLICK HERE to learn more! CLICK HERE to learn more!
Participating Schools in the 2025 - 2026 Program:
Discovering Paths inspires, guides, and empowers high school juniors as they consider their next steps. Through positive relationships with professionals across Lancaster County, critical business and industry connections, and experiential learning, Discovering Paths strengthens pathways for students within the Lancaster community.
Organization name
Discovering Paths Mentoring - Lancaster Chamber
other names
Foundation of the Lancaster Chamber
Tax id (EIN)
22-2608944
Budget Size
Over $1M
Address
115 East King Street