United Way of Chester County has announced the 2024 graduating class of Leadership Chester County (LCC). This leadership development initiative seeks to nurture and empower emerging leaders, equipping them with the skills and knowledge necessary to make a positive impact in their communities.

For more than two decades, LCC has been involved in bringing business insight to the boardrooms of nonprofits across the region. Administered and facilitated by United Way of Chester County, in partnership with West Chester University and Chester County Chamber of Business & Industry, the program has produced 560 graduates over its 23-year history. LCC graduates have served as board members or staff members for a total of 146 sponsors and 435 nonprofits.

Graduates of the program return to their organizations with new business networks, enhanced leadership and entrepreneurial skills, and a comprehensive understanding of the local socioeconomic environment. This knowledge is mean to empower them to engage in strategic planning and foster collaboration to build a robust community.

Applications are being accepted for the 2025 class of LCC For more information, visit http://www.LeadershipChesterCounty.org.

To learn more about the United Way of Chester County, visit http://www.LiveUnitedChesterCounty.org.