We are proud to honor the diverse achievements of women In Cumberland County who exemplify peace, justice and dignity for all through their lives as business leaders, educators, medical professionals, public servants, artists, and Community volunteers. Their impact has reached across Cumberland County and made an impact on everyone in their circle.
In a world where the achievements of women often been undervalued or overlooked, these awards serve as a platform to honor women’s excellence, resilience, and invaluable impact on our local communities.
Why Persimmon?
Persimmons are a fruit that symbolize good fortune in business, longevity in life, and kindness in action.
Persimmon is also the branded color of the YWCA USA.
Thank you to everyone who joined us for the 2025 Persimmon Awards!
We’re incredibly grateful to all who helped make this celebration possible your support means the world to us.
A heartfelt thank you to our amazing sponsors:
WellSpan Health, TransCentralPA, Martson Law, Orrstown Bank, Belco Credit Union, Strickler Agency Inc., Reese and Co., Alliance Financial, Thrivent Roots Financial Group, Whimsical Poppy, and The Speckled Hen Floral. Your generosity helped bring this event to life.
Congratulations once again to our extraordinary honorees:
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George Award Winner: Jacqueline L. Powell
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Persimmon Award Winners: Ashley T. Knight, Colleen Friend, Jamie DiMartile, and Sonya Browne
We were honored to welcome Michelle Henry, Pennsylvania Inspector General, as our keynote speaker. Her words were both inspiring and empowering.
And of course, a huge thank you to Flora Posteraro her wit, charm, and vibrant presence continue to make the Persimmon Awards an unforgettable experience.
It was a true honor to celebrate these remarkable women with all of you. Your support of the honorees and the mission of YWCA continues to create a lasting impact throughout our community.
Meet our 2025 Honorees
Jacqueline L. Powell
Ashley Knight
Dr. Colleen Friend
Corporal Jamie DiMartile
Sonya Browne
2025 Photos
Thank you to our Sponsors
