We’re Turning 50!

Green Mountain United Way is pleased to announce our 50th anniversary this year!

Green Mountain United Way (originally United Way of Washington County) was formed by a formidable woman, Lilly R. Keve, who worked with Elmer Kelley of National Life to convene a series of public meetings including key leadership from business, community, and human services. Together they assessed the need for a United Way in Washington County. The organization went on to be almost entirely women-led for its entire history.

To learn more, visit Our History, a brand new page on our website!

We formed with the purpose of providing volunteer leadership to support nonprofits in central Vermont, and grew to be a funding agency, providing technical assessments and start-up funds for other nonprofits. Today, we operate our own programs to help Vermont’s working families thrive and build more resilient communities, including Working Bridges and Tatum’s Totes.

We wouldn’t be here without many partners along the way, and we look forward to celebrating 50 years of partnerships and shared accomplishments!