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Lancaster Stands Up
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We are committed to taking action to protect the most vulnerable, to defend our democracy, and to do our part to build a Lancaster that works for all of us. #LancasterPA

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Thank you to the community for showing up yesterday for our neighbors. Abolish ICE.
A graphic containing an image of protest with copy on top that reads “Yesterday, Lancaster did what we do best. We showed up for a stranger. With dozens of businesses releasing statements of solidarity and donations to CWS and Lancaster neighbor fund, as well as hundreds of people in sub-freezing temperatures to stand together against state sanctioned violence. Because one month into the new year, ICE has caused the deaths of nine individuals.” A graphic containing an image of protest with copy on top that reads “Keith Porter, Renee Nicole Good, Luis Gustavo Núñez Cáceres, Geraldo Lunas Campos, Víctor Manuel Díaz, Parady La, Luis Beltrán Yáñez–Cruz, Heber Sánchez Domínguez, and Alex Pretti. This list does not include the 31 names of individuals who died in ICE custody last year alone, meaning within 13 months of this administration 40 individuals have died as a result of the actions of ICE and DHS. The only acceptable number of deaths is zero.” A graphic containing an image of protest with copy on top that reads “ICE serves no other purpose than as the government’s private paramilitary police force. When terror is used as a weapon for compliance; when our neighbors are scared to leave their homes; when we can no longer protest in the streets without fear of government retaliation; when the state justifies violence against its own citizens and tears families apart because of the language they speak or color of their skin; it reflects the ideologies of a fascist government that we are obligated to stand against.”
February 1, 2026 at 12:17 AM
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Tomorrow there is a call for a general strike in solidarity with the people of Minneapolis. This general strike calls for no school, no work, and no spending. We encourage all who are able to participate, but we know that this is not always an option for everyone.
January 29, 2026 at 5:44 PM
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The time to act and organize our communities is now, but we can't do it without you. If you're looking for ways to stand up and fight back please join us at our Mass Meeting on February 9! Sign up here: www.mobilize.us/pastandsup/e...
A graphic with several photos of Lancaster Stands Up and PA Stands Up protests and actions. On top of the photos it reads: "Stand up, fight back: our time is now mass meeting. Get billionaires out of our lives & demand an affordable PA for all of us. Monday, Feb 9th 6:00 - 8:00 PM. Location: The Mix & Online via Zoom."
January 21, 2026 at 9:08 PM
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(1/3) It is Martin Luther King day, so our office is closed but we want to take some time to honor MLK's legacy. One thing that many of us forget is that while Reverend King used nonviolent methods, he was also a radical who was a thorn in the side of the racist...
A graphic with a photo of Martin Luther King on the top. Underneath is one of his quotes: "I am convinced that if we are to get on the right side of the world revolution, we as a nation must undergo a radical revolution of values." A graphic with a photo of Martin Luther King on the top. Underneath is one of his quotes: "Call it democracy, or call it democratic socialism, but there must be a better distribution of wealth within this country for all God's children."
January 19, 2026 at 4:14 PM
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Join us in our fight to win back Lancaster, Pennsylvania, and our country. It will take all of us, we need each other more than ever.

This will be a hybrid event, so RSVP whether or not you intend to join in person!

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January 15, 2026 at 7:58 PM
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In case you missed it: our endorsed candidates were sworn in at the beginning of 2026! Congrats Amos S., Ethan B., Jeanne C., and Matt R.! We look forward to working with you on Stopping the Sweeps, Police Accountability, and more. (1st photo credit: Blaine Shahan, LNP)
A photo taken by Blaine Shahan of LNP, showing Amos Stoltzfus being sworn in to Lancaster City Council. A photo of Ethan Byers being sworn in to Columbia Borough Council. A photo of Jeanne Cooper being sworn in to Columbia Borough Council.
January 14, 2026 at 3:37 PM
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Yesterday in Minneapolis, Renee Nicole Good, a community member and bystander, looking out for her neighbors, was murdered by ICE agents.
January 8, 2026 at 1:46 PM
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Say NO to American Imperialism! Rally at Penn Square, Lancaster City, at 12 PM. Sign up through Indivisible LT here: www.mobilize.us/indivisiblel...
Peace Rally · Indivisible Lancaster Together
Peace Rally in downtown Lancaster, PA, at Penn Square at NOON. Trump’s attack on Venezuela and kidnapping of Maduro is wildly illegal, immoral and irresponsible. Just days after bombing Nigeria, the ...
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January 4, 2026 at 2:31 PM
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(1/2) The power of workers is stronger when we show up together and stand in solidarity with one another. Our Lancaster Behavioral Health workers have been working on unionizing with Teamsters Local 771, and still need our support. They are asking...
A picture of a small crowd of people holding signs during the day in support of Lancaster Behavioral Health workers. A close-up picture of 2 people supporting LBH workers at the picket line, holding up signs and smiling. A group photo a good sized crowd of people, holding up signs in support and solidarity with the LBH workers, at nighttime.
December 15, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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(1/2) The Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has temporarily withdrawn the cruel Notice of Funding Opportunities (NOFO). We don’t know when these changes will rear their ugly head again so we must be prepared!
An image of row homes with text which reads: "155 households isn't an abstract number. It's real people who already escaped homelessness." The Lancaster Stands Up logo is on the bottom. A beige image with text which reads: "Let's talk: HUD cuts! Monday: the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has withdrawn the cruel, disruptive Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) that we have been sounding the alarm about for the past weeks! This provides temporary relief from the threat of the biggest changes that would put 155 formerly homeless Lancastrians housing at risk early next year." A beige image with text which continues from the last image: "Yet these cruel new rules could be reintroduced at any time, again cuasing our neighbors to become homeless, lose support, and put our most vulnerable at risk. We do not know when these changes will rear their ugly head again, but we are confident this is not the last we've heard of these destructive proposals. We must be prepared."
December 12, 2025 at 8:59 PM
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It has been several weeks since city officials passed a community benefits agreement, two days after releasing their final draft to the public. The final version of the CBA is stronger than what was first presented, which is a testament to our collective pressure and organizing.
December 11, 2025 at 5:04 PM
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"Filling this proposed funding gap is within the means of our county. The Lancaster County commissioners are about to approve a $340 million budget, while sitting on reserve funds in the tens of millions of dollars.

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Lancaster County commissioners should fill funding gap for homeless [letter]
In November, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development released a funding notice that dramatically cuts funding for permanent housing for people experiencing homelessness that will devastat...
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December 10, 2025 at 3:24 PM
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Lancaster is choosing its next police chief. Our voices deserve to be heard! Fill out our form here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
An image with a gray background and text which reads: "Lancaster city to hold public meeting for residents to hear from police chief candidates. On Thursday, Dec. 18th from 5:30-7:30 Lancaster City will be hosting a public forum for the community to meet and hear from police chief candidates. We urge city residents to show up, form their own opinions, and come ready to ask the hard questions. Before that we want to hear directly from the community as well and know what concerns you may have when it comes to a new police chief. Please take the time to fill out our form." The Lancaster Stands Up logo is on the bottom of the image.
December 9, 2025 at 7:48 PM
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Behind every Starbucks drink are baristas who are struggling.

While workers are striking nationwide, support us and DON'T BUY STARBUCKS at ANY location ✊💚

#NoContractNoCoffee
December 5, 2025 at 9:39 PM
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Don’t forget next Thursday is our holiday party & community drive! Here is a list of items our community is in need of and what you can donate! We are excited to close out 2025 with all of you and as always support our community together!

See you then!
Plaid cream background with green and red boarding. Text: Joking us for our holiday party? Consider bringing the following donations Clothing: Hats, gloves, unused socks, unused underwear, coats, shirts, sweatshirts, sweatpants, blankets Food donations: Rice, peanut butter, canned fruits, canned vegetables, canned or dried beans, canned soup, other non-perishable foods Hygiene: Towels, washcloths, diapers, menstrual products, toothpaste, toothbrushes, babywipes, lotion, bandaids, shampoo, conditioner, soap, deodorant Plaid cream background with green and red boarding. With a green and red mug in the middle! Text: Holiday party December 11 6:30-9 1261 lititz pike, 17601 Join us for a community potluck and community joy! Bring food, clothing, and hygiene products for our community drive!
December 4, 2025 at 10:37 PM
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(1/4) Starbucks Workers United is entering their third week on strike, and their strength comes from all of us standing together fighting for a long-overdue first contract. This fight isn’t just about baristas—it’s about workers’ rights and the power a community has when...
An image of a bear with an angry face at the top. Underneath it says "Help wanted: Lancaster Starbucks Workers United Baristas are looking for community allies to help join our picket line at our Lincoln Highway location (2208 Lincoln Hwy East). No experience needed *** Will train / FNAF theme. December 5 from 10-12PM." The Lancaster Stands Up logo is on the bottom left, and the Starbucks Workers United logo is on the bottom right.
December 4, 2025 at 3:33 PM
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Our electoral team is enjoying an afternoon of fun and games at Decades this Sunday! Come out and join us where some of our recently elected officials will be joining us!
November 28, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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Our electoral team is enjoying an afternoon of fun and games at Decades this Sunday! Come out and join us where some of our recently elected officials will be joining us!
November 28, 2025 at 4:54 PM
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As we all prepare to celebrate Thanksgiving and to appreciate what we have to be thankful for, we must also remember that many of our most vulnerable neighbors are seeing what little they have cruelly taken away.
November 27, 2025 at 4:36 PM
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Save the Date!!

We will be hosting our annual end of year holiday party in just a few weeks & we would love to see you there! This year we will be hosting a potluck as well as having a food, clothing, and hygiene drive in support of our community!
November 25, 2025 at 3:11 PM
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Lancaster! Today as Extra Give kicks off and we enter into the holiday season we encourage you to keep your money aligned with your values.
November 21, 2025 at 3:20 PM
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(1/2) The City of Lancaster has finally released the draft of a Community Benefits Agreement detailing the obligations of the two proposed data centers should they be allowed to operate in our city. A more digestible 2-page summary is here. The plan is...
In this photo, people are sitting around tables and discussing the new AI Data Centers at the Community Convo event.
November 19, 2025 at 9:49 PM
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Game night is tonight at 6 PM! Hope to see you there! Sign up here: www.mobilize.us/pastandsup/e...
November 18, 2025 at 6:03 PM
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Do you want to find out how you can build a better Lancaster hand in hand with your community? If so, come join us at our New Member Onboarding! Learn how we organize and win, how you can get involved, and more. Sign up here: www.mobilize.us/pastandsup/e...
A simple graphic with the Lancaster Stands Up logo on the right side (which is an image of two hands clasping each other). On the left side it says: "Monthly New Member Onboarding, 7-8 PM."
November 17, 2025 at 6:43 PM
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If you love playing games and hanging out with cool people, come join us for a game night at Mayhem’s next Tuesday! Sign up here: www.mobilize.us/pastandsup/e...
A bright graphic with lots of white and red dice. The text says "Join us for game night November 18 at 6 PM, Mayhem's Cafe and Bookstore."
November 12, 2025 at 5:16 PM