BUILDING COMMUNITY
Equipping Leaders, Sustaining Missions
A trio of free workshops for nonprofit partners of First Presbyterian Church, Lancaster
The format for all workshops will be:
- 8:30 - 9:00 a.m. Welcome/fellowship
- 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Presentation
- 10:00- 10:15 a.m. Break
- 10:15 - 10:45 a.m. Questions and Answers
- 11:00 a.m. Wrap Up
Location: First Presbyterian Church, 140 East Orange St., Lancaster, PA 17602
These workshops are offered at no cost to our nonprofit mission partners. We kindly ask that all participants register in advance. Please share the workshop information with anyone in your organization who might benefit. We have lots of space!
WORKSHOP 1
Wednesday March 4, 2026
“Caring for your staff when mental overload and burnout are real”
Intended for CEOs/executive directors, human resources directors, managers and front-line supervisors.
Presented by
Megan Beyerle,
Education Coordinator, Mental Health America of Lancaster
Mental Health America of Lancaster County
Megan Beyerle is the Education Coordinator and Firearm Safe Storage Program Coordinator at Mental Health America of Lancaster County. With a background in the insurance industry and human resources—including liability and injury claims work, insurance licensure, and an HR Generalist certificate from AIHR—Megan is drawn to training, mentoring, and people-centered work. Megan is also a certified QPR Gatekeeper Instructor and regularly incorporates this role into her community education efforts. A Penn State graduate and lifelong Lancaster County resident, she is passionate about mental health advocacy, destigmatization, and helping individuals navigate stress and available resources. She lives in Lititz with her husband, Scott, their daughter, Charlotte, and their dog, Frank.
Mental Health America of Lancaster County promotes optimal mental health through advocacy, education, and support. MHALC responds to the gaps in services by providing programs dedicated to helping members of our community along their journey of mental wellness. MHALC strives to bring transparency to those around us and generate conversations that will help those struggling with mental illness to feel empowered to get the help they need and deserve.
WORKSHOP 2
Wednesday April 1, 2026
“Fundraising during uncertain economic times”
Intended for CEOs/executive directors, development directors, fundraising/marketing personnel, and board-level development committee representatives
Presented by
Rebekah Basinger,
Consultant,
Basinger Consulting
https://basingerconsulting.com/
Rebekah Basinger is an independent consultant for fundraising and board development. She is the co-author with Thomas Jeavons of Growing Givers’ Hearts: Treating Fundraising as Ministry, a theme that continues to shape her approach to fundraising. Rebekah serves on the board of the School of Theology of Moravian University as a legacy trustee of Lancaster Theological Seminary. She and her husband, Randall, live in Dillsburg, PA.
WORKSHOP 3
Wednesday May 6, 2026
“Making your board more effective”
Intended for CEOs/executive directors, board officers and members, board recruiting and nominating committee members
Presented by Milagro House panel – Chris Duncan, executive director; Greg Kile, board president, and board member Cathy Roman, former chair of the board's governance committee
Moderated by
Dani Beam,
Principal, Beam Consulting
Dani Beam collaborates with individuals and organizations to find creative, practical, and integrated solutions to meet crucial needs and leverage team strengths. She has worked with local, regional, and global businesses and nonprofits to train leadership, raise funds and build organizational capacity.
