Our Heartbeat: The Team Driving Change in Our Community
Behind every successful initiative, every impactful program and every life changed, there's a dedicated team. At United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region, we're more than colleagues; we're a family committed to building a stronger, more equitable community. We pour our hearts into our work, collaborating with local partners, volunteers, and donors to create lasting solutions for the challenges facing our neighbors.
Meet the passionate individuals who make it all possible. From strategic planning and fundraising to program development and community outreach, each member of our team plays a vital role in our mission. We're driven by a shared vision: a thriving Dutchess and Orange Region where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We invite you to get to know the faces behind the impact, and join us in our journey to create a brighter future for all.
Guiding our mission with strategic foresight and unwavering dedication, the United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region Board of Directors brings together a diverse group of community leaders. Their collective expertise and passion for our region ensure that we are effectively addressing critical needs and driving positive change for all residents.
Our staff are deeply rooted in the communities we serve. They are the individuals who forge connections, build partnerships, and implement programs that make a real difference in the lives of our neighbors. Their dedication and compassion are the driving force behind our work at United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region.
Committees & Councils
Our Committees and Councils are vital to our work, bringing together dedicated volunteers and experts to guide our strategic initiatives. These groups provide invaluable insights and support, ensuring that our programs effectively address the evolving needs of Dutchess and Orange Counties.
Kevin Cleary
Board Chair, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Retired | IBM Corporation
Jeannie Montano
President & CEO, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region
Barry Rothfeld
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Melissa Gaeke, PhD (Chair)
Marist College
Sarah Anderson
PKF O'Connor Davies, LLP
Catherine "Candy" E. Davies
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
SUNY New Paltz
Janet Giannetta
Visions HR
Kadiyah Lodge
Ampact
Kate Macaluso
Adelphi University
Cristin McPeake
Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley
Stacey Nelson
Community Volunteer
Marta Newkirk
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Dutchess Community College
Mary Jean Skelly-Miller
Rhinebeck Bank
Jeanne Wagner
Child Care Council of Dutchess/Putnam
The Community Impact Council makes recommendations and gathers information for the Community Impact Committee.
Sheba Abrahaim
Community Volunteer
Annamarie Atkins
Fidelis Care
Maureen Aurigema
Bard College
Erin Cafarelli
Children's Home of Poughkeepsie
Amanda Damiano
Marist College
Malcolm Davies
Community Volunteer
J. Dewey
Community Volunteer
Lori Downing
Hudson Valley Credit Union
Naomi Fata
Christian Resource Ministry Inc.
Madison Freeman
Community Volunteer
Rebecca Gerald
Dutchess BOCES
Jacqueline A. Goffe-McNish
Dutchess Community College
Brittany Harper
Community Volunteer
Madison Hluchan
Association of State and Territorial Health Officials
Tom Lawrence
Poughkeepsie Public Library District
Alissa Mallow
Adelphi University
David Mancari
St. Luke's Cornwall Hospital
Cassandra Rehfus-Wilsek
Mount Saint Mary College
Maureen Roche
Orange Regional Medical Center
Marjorie Rovereto
M&T Bank
Mary Pat Smith
Orange County Government
Loretta B. Spence
Legal Services of the Hudson Valley
Wyoma Svarczkpof
Kingston City School District
Richard Swierat
Community Volunteer
Julie Ubinas
Catholic Charities of Orange, Ulster & Sulivan Counties
Valeries Ubriaco
American Heart Association
Christopher Valdez
Central Hudson Gas & Electric Corp.
Kate Wage
MVP Healthcare
Rachel Wilson
Orange County Youth Bureau
Matthew Cruz
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Arthur DeDominicis
Member of United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Arthur DeDominicis CPA, Accountant & Consultants
Susan Howell
Treasurer, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
RBT CPAs, LLP
Michelle O’Reilly
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Advisory Board
PKF O’Connor Davies, LLP
Kevin Cleary
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Matthew Cruz
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Candy Davies
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Tim Eisentraut
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Matthew Cruz
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Mike Villanti
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors