Value Proposition

We provide opportunities dedicated to individual achievement and to strengthening the community through collaboration and programs that are educational and inclusive.

Vision

Empower, impact and influence our community for a positive purpose.

Values

Diversity • Respect • Integrity • Servant Heart • Collaboration

Mission

  • Act courageously

  • Serve with Empathy

  • Promote Teamwork

  • Lead by Example

Our Brand

Created to address the unique needs of Southwest Lancaster City, the Bright Side Opportunities Center offers a wide range of services and resources to provide opportunities for all—especially the youth—within our community.  We believe a strong community is made up of healthy individuals, and focus our efforts on providing opportunities for people to thrive emotionally, physically, and intellectually.

DEI Statement

Diversity, equity, and inclusion is a fundamental part of our history, culture, and identity at Bright Side Opportunities Center. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for everyone to thrive emotionally, physically, and intellectually.


The Bright Side Opportunities Center is an outgrowth of Bright Side Baptist Church in Lancaster, PA. The Center, is an independent non-profit social service facility located at the corner of Wabank Road and Hershey Avenue in Southwest Lancaster City. The Center offers a wide variety of health, social service and educational programs for people of all ages. The Bright Side Opportunities Corporation works collaboratively with many Lancaster health and social service providers to operate vital programs that serve the entire community.


Every day a new opportunity to teach values of character, community and accountability to young people.
— Faithful Volunteer