Bench Mark Program

We have some big Bench Mark news to share with our community and supporters.

We’re entering an exciting season of growth, transition, and expanded opportunity for the students we serve and we can’t wait to tell you more.

Watch the video to hear the full story.

Bench Mark Program Leadership Announcement May 2026 We are excited to announce an exciting transition in leadership at ...

The School District of Lancaster and the City of Lancaster are developing a Youth Violence Prevention Plan, and your input is essential!

If you live or work in Lancaster City, please take a few minutes to complete this short survey. Your feedback will help shape strategies that support young people and build safer, healthier neighborhoods.

The survey is quick and anonymous. Enter your email at the end for a chance to win a $25 gift card (emails are kept separately from responses to remain anonymous).

Take the survey at https://engage.cityoflancasterpa.gov/en/projects/youth-violence-prev

Thank you for helping shape a safer future for Lancaster’s youth!

Huge thank you to Matt Lane of House of Gains, who recently launched the MuscleTown USA Foundation in York, PA. Matt created this foundation to honor the legacy of Bob Hoffman, founder of York Barbell, whose mission of making weightlifting free and accessible to youth strongly aligns with ours.

We’re extremely grateful that MuscleTown USA donated $5,000 to Bench Mark to support the purchase of new vehicles to help transport our students to and from the gym. Thank you for believing in our mission and investing in our youth! 💪🏽

Tis the season: Christmas Tree Lane is back at Penn Medicine Park. This year you have THREE opportunities to vote for your favorite Bench Mark tree! Thanks to our sponsors Simeral Construction Company, The Restaurant Store and GEMs Catering LLC for using their holiday cheer to support Bench Mark! Just $2 per vote and votes can be made in person or online at https://christmas-tree-lane-voting.square.site/