Lancaster Connects

Learn about the local heroes, charities, and happenings in the Lancaster, PA community. Hosted by Jeff Giagnocavo and Ben McClure, owners of local store, Gardner's Mattress & More.

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The Heart of Lancaster—200 Stories of Purpose, People, and Impact - Episode 200

Posted June 30, 202501:09:44

200 episodes. Hundreds of community champions. One unwavering mission.


In this special milestone episode, we reflect on what Lancaster...

Dream Big, Fund Smart: Gardner’s Mattress & More Announces $25,000 in Local Grants - Episode 199

Posted June 23, 202501:05:36

Transform how your school raises funds—forever.


This week on Lancaster Connects, discover Gardner's Mattress & More's groundbreaking...

Compassion in Action: The Heart Behind Help The Fight Featuring Teresa Richardson & Lynda Charles - Episode 198

Posted June 16, 202501:00:55

In this episode, we sit down with Teresa Richardson & Lynda Charles of Help The Fight, a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting individuals...

More Than HVAC: Building Trust with Vertex Mechanical Featuring Josh Vanderplate - Episode 197

Posted June 9, 202501:00:14

In this episode, we sit down with Joshua Vanderplate, CEO of Vertex Mechanical, a trusted name in heating, cooling, electrical, and plumbing services...

Housing with Heart - Off The Streets Lancaster Featuring Jim Dornes - Episode 196

Posted June 2, 202500:59:42

In this episode of Lancaster Connects, Jim Dornes, incoming president of Off The Streets Lancaster, discusses how Off The Streets helps individuals...