Upcoming Events
Looking to support the ECHOS mission? Come support us at one of our events! Visit us at community fundraising opportunities that benefit our organization like the Great Turkey Chase and ExtraGive, or support our mission through a night of giving at our ECHOS of Hope Gala.
Scroll through the calendar to explore our events or view them all at a glance in the list below.
New Volunteer Training
Interested in volunteering but not sure where to start? Join us to:
Learn about ECHOS and our mission
Explore volunteer roles
Tour our space
Returning Volunteer Training
Reconnect with fellow volunteers, hear important updates, and get ready for the upcoming season. We’ll cover
Shelter flow updates
Changes to volunteer roles and policies
Open discussion and Q&A to share feedback and ideas
ExtraGive 2025
We have EXTRA big plans for this year's ExtraGive! You are invited to join us throughout the day for the following events:
Community Breakfast in Shelter
8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Enjoy a homemade breakfast from an ECHOS volunteer! Bernard has been making our clients a Saturday morning breakfast for as long as he's been a volunteer with ECHOS. Experience his masterclass cooking and take a tour of our facilities to start ExtraGive off right.
The Spot Deli
11:00 AM - 3:30 PM
Join us for lunch and chat with ECHOS staff about our mission at The Spot Deli located on Market Street in Elizabethtown.
Twisted Bine Beer Co.
4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
ECHOS will be at Twisted Bine Beer Co. in Mount Joy for the second year on ExtraGive! Better yet, if you donate to ECHOS while at Twisted Bine you will be entered to win a $50 gift card or 2 crowlers.
ExtraGive Fest
7:00 PM
For the first time ever, ECHOS will be venturing into downtown Lancaster for the ExtraGive Fest. Join us to celebrate the day of giving and help us reach our goal of $60,000!
Great Turkey Chase
Join us on Thanksgiving Day, November 27, 2025, at the Elizabethtown Brethren in Christ Church for one of Elizabethtown’s favorite holiday traditions — the 8th Annual Great Turkey Chase 5K, hosted by Applied Race Management to benefit ECHOS! This festive, family-friendly event draws hundreds of runners, walkers, and cheering fans ready to kick off their holiday with purpose and fun.
This year’s event features our crowd-favorite Kids Fun Run, proudly sponsored by Liv-ETown and The Tatted Toy Guys — a perfect way for the little ones to get in on the action.
This event includes: a DJ, pies for runners, coffee truck, costume contest, a kids fun run, and exclusive race prizes engraved for the occasion!
ECHOS Job Fair
Connect with local employers who are actively hiring for a variety of positions! Whether you are entering the workforce, changing careers, or seeking your next role, this is a great chance to: connect with companies face-to-face; learn about open positions; share your resume and make a great impression; access job search support on-site through PA CareerLink.
Local Employers Include:
UPMC Paramount Senior Living at Lancaster County
Spooky Nook Sports
Dauphin County Human Resources
Independent Living Services of United Disabilities Services Foundation
Catherine Hershey Schools for Early Learning
Robert Half
Penn Asian Senior Services (PASSi)
Luthercare
ECHOS
FX Photo Booth
Masonic Villages
Free to attend and open to all job seekers!
PA CareerLink
CareerLink is on-site at ECHOS to help with job searches, applications, resume support, and career resources. Stop by to connect with opportunities! No appointment needed!
Naaman Center
Naaman Center is on-site at ECHOS to provide information and support for those seeking help with addiction and recovery services.
Naaman Center
Naaman Center is on-site at ECHOS to provide information and support for those seeking help with addiction and recovery services.
PA CareerLink
CareerLink is on-site at ECHOS to help with job searches, applications, resume support, and career resources. Stop by to connect with opportunities! No appointment needed!
Elizabethtown Area Senior Center
Representatives from GEARS Senior Center will be at ECHOS to connect older adults with local activities, resources, and community support.
Naaman Center
Naaman Center is on-site at ECHOS to provide information and support for those seeking help with addiction and recovery services.
Naaman Center
Naaman Center is on-site at ECHOS to provide information and support for those seeking help with addiction and recovery services.
Lancaster EMS
Meet with Lancaster EMS staff on-site at ECHOS for health checks, wellness education, and connections to emergency medical resources.
PA CareerLink
CareerLink is on-site at ECHOS to help with job searches, applications, resume support, and career resources. Stop by to connect with opportunities! No appointment needed!
Naaman Center
Naaman Center is on-site at ECHOS to provide information and support for those seeking help with addiction and recovery services.
White Out Hunger
This unique outdoor experience is inspired by the classic Fête en Blanc style — a pop-up celebration where guests bring their own food and beverages. Tables, chairs, and white table linens will be provided. Enjoy live entertainment and a memorable evening of community, generosity, and fun.
Proceeds from this event will benefit four local organizations working to address food insecurity: ECHOS, Bear Bags, the Elizabethtown Area Senior Center, and the Community Cupboard.
Mental Health First Aid - Youth Training
Youth Training: Free to Lancaster County Community
Youth Mental Health First Aid is primarily designed for adults who regularly interact with young people. This training is designed to teach family members, teachers, school staff, neighbors, health and human services workers and other caring citizens how to help an adolescent (ages 12-18) who is experiencing a mental health or addiction challenge or crisis.