Who we are

ECHOS began as a direct result of efforts to address homelessness in Elizabethtown when a father and son were discovered living in the local community park. Community members, churches, and the school district mobilized to open Elizabethtown’s first shelter in December 2015, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. That season, thirteen guests were served through a low-barrier shelter created to serve as a warm, dry, and safe place to spend the night.

Within the first month of operating the shelter, it became clear that there was so much more support to be offered. In response, local leaders submitted a grant application in the hopes of addressing community members’ needs. Ultimately, the grant was awarded and established ECHOS in July 2016, with Elizabethtown College as the fiscal agent. ECHOS was awarded its 501c3 status in July 2018.

Today, ECHOS has expanded to serve Elizabethtown, Bainbridge, Rheems, Mount Joy, Maytown, and Marietta. The agency has a team of over fifteen staff who assist more than 800 households annually through ten programs, including housing stability programs, eviction prevention, emergency shelter, and information and resources.

Our purpose is to empower families and­­­ individuals experiencing housing instability and insufficient income in the Northwest Region of Lancaster County.

Meet the Team

  • Executive Director

  • Ashley Bulley is a seasoned executive with extensive experience in operational excellence, change management, and business analytics. Currently serving as the Executive Director of Elizabethtown Community Housing and Outreach Services (ECHOS), Ashley has a proven track record of revitalizing operations, enhancing membership retention, and implementing technological solutions to streamline administrative processes. With a passion for business analytics and a commitment to fostering collaborative team environments, Ashley excels in driving organizational success through strategic leadership and data-driven decision-making.  In her free time, Ashley loves the outdoors, trying new recipes, exploring her newfound love of gardening, and spending time with her family.

    What do you envision for the future of ECHOS?

    I envision an organization that is strategically positioned for sustainable growth, meeting the needs of our community, through ongoing investment in our staff, board, and most importantly the people we serve.

  • Director of Finance and Operations

  • Hope joins ECHOS with nine years of experience in Administrative duties with a focus on bookkeeping, banking, and finance. Due to complete her Bachelor of Arts in Social Work in the Fall of 2023, Hope aims to apply her knowledge in administration and finance to helping those within her community. After moving to the Elizabethtown Area almost three years ago, Hope learned about the needs of the community and has been passionate in her ability to effect change ever since.

    What’s the best thing about working for ECHOS?

    The people here truly care about the community that they serve and that shows with every decision and connection made.

  • Housing Program Manager

  • Maria earned her degree in Psychology, with a double minor in history and gender studies from Kutztown University in 2023. She has experience working and volunteering with inner-city youth in Philadelphia and has worked as the shelter advocate for ECHOS emergency winter shelter. She is passionate in providing personalized care to best suit the needs of each and every individual.

    What led you to work for ECHOS?

    After working with ECHOS during the winter and witnessing the incredible work from staff and volunteers, I knew I wanted to play a part in advocating for the success of our clients.

  • Shelter Service Manager

  • After earning her bachelor’s degree in Sociology from Bloomsburg University in 2016, Hailey started her social services career as a Psychiatric Technician and then went on to be a Community Mental Health, Forensic Case Manager in Dauphin County. Some of her other professional experiences have included working for Non-profits within various mental health and community based residential services such as Crisis Centers, Residential Rehabilitation, & Personal Care Homes. Hailey is passionate about client advocacy, resource coordination, & trauma-informed care. In addition, Hailey has served as a volunteer for suicide prevention and education in the Central PA area since 2019.

     What inspired you to apply for this position with ECHOS?

    I am extremely excited to join the ECHOS team and to be able to have a continuous influence on the local community through growing our shelter program. I believe ECHOS holds the ability to empower staff and volunteers to create insurmountable change and hope in the Northwestern region of Lancaster County!

  • Enrichment Center Coordinator

  • Liz earned her bachelor’s degree in social work at Millersville University in 2023. Liz has professional experience in residential mental health treatment facilities across Lancaster and York county. Prior to joining the ECHOS team, Liz worked with Lancaster county residents that are diagnosed with a serious mental illness and are experiencing housing instability. She is passionate about connecting community members to resources needed for success.

    Why do you work for ECHOS?

    I chose ECHOS because I wanted to be a part of the phenomenal work they are already doing for the community.

  • Community Engagement Coordinator

  • Carrie Stricker earned her Bachelor of Arts degree at Catawba College in Salisbury, NC. She spent many years organizing and supervising Community Arts and Recreation programs in a variety of locations since that time.

    Carrie also had an opportunity to live with her family in Kitale, Kenya and work with children who are homeless. While in Kenya, Carrie developed a commitment to improving community resources including orphan care, education, and community outreach. Upon coming to Elizabethtown, Carrie has become aware of the community needs in her hometown and how she can do her part to help.

    Why did I choose to work at ECHOS?

    I enjoy meeting people and understanding their circumstances through value and dignity. Working at ECHOS you see a team of people who do the same thing. The ECHOS team works hard to make a difference in our community to eradicate homelessness, and I am so happy to be a part of that team.

  • Finance and Operations Assistant

  • Jacki is a long time resident of Elizabethtown with experience working for a non-profit supporting community outreach. She worked for ECHOS during the 23-24 Shelter season as an evening manager, which gave her the opportunity to see the great work that ECHOS does to support those in need.  

    What’s the best thing about working for ECHOS?

    Being a part of an organization that advocates for its community members in need of assistance.

  • Housing Support Coordinator

  • Martika earned her associate’s degree in Specialized Technology from YTI Career Institute, where she focused on their medical program. Before joining ECHOS, she dedicated ten years to supporting families in Lancaster County who faced challenges like poverty and homelessness. She also provided case management for women dealing with domestic violence. Martika is truly passionate about serving her community, helping others access the resources they need, and guiding them toward their personal goals.

    Why do you work for ECHOS?

    It aligns perfectly with my values and mission. ECHOS is dedicated to empowering individuals and families, and I believe in the importance of community support.

  • Case Advocate

  • Giovani earned his degree in human services in 2015, then continued my education briefly at Elizabethtown college. He started his career in human services/social work working in the residential group home setting as a direct support staff. Over the years he has furthered his career by working as a program manager, job coach, and providing mediation for landlords and tenants. 

     Why did I choose to work at ECHOS?

    I’ve been working in housing for the past two years now, and I truly believe I found my passion in this line of work. I choose to work for ECHOS because it’s a growing organization, and with my experience in housing and working for partner communities I feel I can add value and knowledge. I look forward to applying my skills, resources and research to help take ECHOS to newer heights. 

  • Marketing and Communications

  • Jessica comes to ECHOS with over 20 years experience in marketing and communications through various industries. She earned her undergraduate in Communication from Clarion University (PennWest), and her MBA with focus on Executive Communications from West Virginia University. She was most recently with Penn State Health, Lancaster Medical Center, where she managed patient experience, community engagement and partnered with community health to navigate and assess the health needs for all of Lancaster county.

    Why did you choose ECHOS?

    I have seen first hand the housing crisis through my work with emergency medical care. I am passionate about using my knowledge and story telling skills to help find real solutions for mental health services, access to medical care and aligning partner resources with needs to ensure success for the community.

Meet Our Board

  • Chair of the Board

  • Retired Infectious Disease Physician

  • Vice Chair

  • James “Jim” McCurdy strives to exceed his clients’ expectations through his passion for building outstanding relationships, continuous research, a spirit of collaboration, and over thirty years of real-world experience. Jim thrives on anticipating client needs and understanding decisions within the context of his clients’ best interest. It was this same dedication to excellence that helped Jim graduate Summa Cum Laude from Elizabethtown College with a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration and Finance. Jim is also actively involved with the Elizabethtown Area Education Foundation and the Elizabethtown Rotary Club.

  • Secretary

  • My position at the school district addresses personal barriers of K-12 students that impact education. I am passionate about empowering individuals, especially youth, to achieve their goals. Throughout my 15 years in this role, the Elizabethtown community has been extremely supportive of initiatives to assist our school district families. Joining the ECHOS Board of Directors has given me the opportunity to personally give back to this community. I am grateful to be a part of an agency that also focuses on empowerment, to positively impacts the lives of clients.

  • Treasurer

  • Pamela S. Formica is chief financial officer for Masonic Villages. She provides financial, technical and administrative leadership to the Masonic Villages and other Masonic entities in the performance of their missions. Ms. Formica joined Masonic Villages, in 2015 as the vice president of mission development. She was previously employed by Masonic Village at Elizabethtown as assistant controller from 1992 until 2002. From 2002 until 2015, she was employed with Brethren Village as vice president of finance.

  • Member at Large

  • Senior Manager of Student Health Services at Milton Hershey School

  • Member at Large

  • Debra A. Brockman has worked at the Masonic Village at Elizabethtown since 2004 as director of outreach, later assuming responsibility for marketing, admissions and other community outreach services. Her most recent position was vice president of human resources for Masonic Villages. Ms. Brockman chairs the organization’s human resources leadership team and is responsible for the overall strategic direction of employment, compensation, benefits, organization development and training. As chair of the corporate wellness committee, she leads Masonic Villages’ wellness initiative and strategic planning.

  • Member at Large

  • Administrative Assistant at Elizabethtown College’s Biology Department

  • Member at Large

  • Kevin Dolan, Esq is a lawyer with Nikolaus & Hohenadel in Elizabethtown, PA

  • Member at Large

  • Retired Chief Executive Officer for Masonic Villages of Pennsylvania and frequent Volunteer with several charities and Church.

    Joined ECHOS Board because of the tremendous outreach in our community and the importance of the Mission and Service by Staff and Volunteers.

  • Member at Large

  • Trent is a life-long resident of Elizabethtown and attended Elizabethtown High School and Elizabethtown College where he majored in Business & Entreprenuership and learned to embrace the motto of “Educate For Service”.  He is the President of Home Grown Outdoor Finishes which specializes in Landscape construction, Maintenance, & Supply, as well as is a realtor for Re/Max Pinnacle in Elizabethtown.  He is active in the Elizabethtown Rotary Club & the Elizabethtown Chamber of Commerce.  Trent lives in Elizabethtown with his wife Allison, and two children- Finn & Jovie.

  • Member at Large

  • Greg Holsinger is the retired CEO of U-GRO Learning Centres, dedicated to lift and support others through Christ-like service.

  • Member at Large

  • David Woolverton has been a pastor for over 35 years — serving churches facing turn-around ministry situations. For the past eight years, he has served as Senior Pastor at Saint Paul’s United Methodist Church in Elizabethtown. He has a doctorate in Conflict Leadership and has had intensive clinical training in emergency and trauma chaplaincy. David also is an Affiliate Professor at Kairos University, a church consultant in conflict leadership, and has coached clergy and churches for the past thirteen years. He is a member of the American Association of Christian Counselors and a Spiritual Care Provider of the Association of Clinical Pastoral Education. In 2021, David published his first book—Mission Rift: Leading through Church Conflict (Fortress Press). For over thirty-three years, David has been married to his best friend, Kristine, a newly retired public school educator.

  • Member at Large

  • Since 2010 Cori has worked at Elizabethtown College in a fundraising capacity most recently as the Director of Relationship Management and Operations.  Her team creates and maintains viable relationships which help secure funding through capital, endowment, and annual gifts.  She is also active in the Elizabethtown Chamber of Commerce.  Cori earned her degree from Kutztown University and M.Ed. from Penn State University.