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
Mark Villanti (Chair)
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Retired, Spackenkill Union Free School District
Sarah Anderson
PKF O'Connor Davies, LLP
Erin Cafarelli
Children's Home of Poughkeepsie
Catherine "Candy" E. Davies
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Retired, SUNY New Paltz
Janet Giannetta
Visions HR
Whitney Humphry
Family Services
Kadiyah Lodge
Ampact
Kate Macaluso
Constructive Partnerships Unlimited
Cristin McPeake
Community Foundations of the Hudson Valley
Matthew Murphy
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP
Marta Newkirk
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Dutchess Community College
Jeanne Wagner
Retired, Child Care Council Dutchess and Putnam
The Community Impact Council makes recommendations and gathers information for the Community Impact Committee.
Sheba Abrahaim
Community Member
Gunta Broderick
Community Member
Dennis Conn
Ulster Savings
Amanda Damiano
Marist University
Lori Downing
Hudson Valley Credit Union
Allison Dubois
Sun River Health
Colleen Edwards
Kelley Drye & Warren LLP
Catherine Frame
TD Bank
Jacqueline A. Goffe-McNish
Dutchess Community College
Neena Mcbaer
Pawling Free Library
Nikki Moravec
UHY Inc.
Nyla Pichardo
Dutchess Community College
Lacie Reilly
Dutchess Community College
Lee Reynolds
Community Member
Maureen Roche
Garnet Health Medical Center
Brianna Rodriguez
Hudson Valley Care Coalition
Marjorie Rovereto
M&T Bank
Andrew Seward
Tokyo Electron Limited
Mary Pat Smith
Orange County Government
Richard Swierat
Pace University
Valerie Ubriaco
American Heart Association
Estefany Umbach
DAY ONE Early Learning Community
Laura Van Tienhoven
Second Chance Foods, Inc.
Rachel Wilson
Orange County Government
Matthew Cruz
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
DSL Financial Services
Arthur DeDominicis
Member of United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
Arthur DeDominicis CPA, Accountant & Consultants
Dawn Gillins
Member of Finance/audit committee
Suny Westchester Community College
Susan Howell
Treasurer, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board of Directors
RBT CPAs, LLP
John Stroligo
Member, United Way of the Dutchess-Orange Region's Board
TD Bank
David Mack
Member of Finance/Audit Committee
KPMG
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