United Way of Northwest Vermont Inc
United Way of Northwest Vermont is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization headquartered in South Burlington, Vermont. Founded in 1942, the organization mobilizes its community to create lasting solutions by improving lives across Northwest Vermont through networks, partnerships, and strategic initiatives. The organization employs 36 staff members and operates as part of the United Way network while maintaining autonomous decision-making at the local level.
Financial Overview
From 2024 IRS Form 990-PF · View filing
Total Assets
$5.8M
-8.3% YoY
Annual Giving
$1.4M
+9.3% YoY
Grant Count
49
+6.5% YoY
Avg Grant Size
$28K
+2.6% YoY
Mission & Focus Areas
Mission: To build a stronger Northwest Vermont by mobilizing our community to improve people's lives.
The organization focuses on three primary areas:
- Education – Supporting educational opportunities and advancement
- Financial Stability – Helping individuals and families achieve economic security
- Health – Promoting community health and wellness
Core Values:
- Inclusion – Creating an environment of involvement, respect, and connection that values diverse perspectives and ensures equity and opportunities for all
- Accountability – Establishing trust, impact, and integrity through delivering on goals and promises
- Innovation – Harnessing community knowledge to create solutions and address complex problems
- 100% Local – Operating autonomously with decisions made locally by community-based board members
Grantmaking
United Way of Northwest Vermont distributes funding through a multi-step evaluation process involving volunteers and board members who assess applications from local nonprofit agencies and make funding decisions aligned with community-determined priorities.
Grant Range
** Varies by program (documented range of $10,400 - $31,000 for prevention grants)
Review Cycle
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How to Apply
** Multi-year funding cycle; not currently accepting new applications
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Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
United Way of Northwest Vermont serves three counties in Vermont:
- Chittenden County
- Franklin County
- Grand Isle County
Grant Distribution by State
States
Cities
Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
Most Recent Financial Data (Fiscal Year Ending March 2024):
- Total Revenue: $4,672,442
- Total Expenses: $5,332,451
- Total Assets: $5,792,447
- Staff: 36 employees
Annual Community Funding: $715,500 - $880,000
| Metric | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Assets | $5,792,447 | $6,314,986 | $7,333,422 |
| Revenue | $4,672,442 | $3,710,376 | $4,536,751 |
| Expenses | $5,332,451 | $4,560,075 | $4,111,903 |
| Qualifying Distributions | — | — | — |
| Net Investment Income | $206,205 | $120,736 | $167,141 |
| Distributable Amount | — | — | — |
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
Grant Insights
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
Grant Size Distribution
235 grants across all recorded years
Giving History
Grant recipients and amounts by year
No grants recorded for .
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
Board Leadership:
- Phet Keomanyvanh – Chair (Program Manager of Racial Equity, Inclusion and Belonging at the City of Burlington; joined the board in 2022)
- Adrina Walker – Vice Chair (Associate Vice President of Human Resources for the University of Vermont Medical Center and University of Vermont Health Network)
New Board Members:
- Rick Blount
- Chris Jarvis
- Katie Titterton
Staff Leadership:
- Jesse Bridges – Chief Executive Officer
- Hannah Burnett – Chief Development Officer
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
From 2024 filing
| Name | Title | Hours | Compensation |
|---|---|---|---|
| MICHELL LANGLAIS | PRESIDENT | 4 | — |
| PHET KEOMANYVANH | VICE PRESIDENT | 4 | — |
| KATHERINE MEYERS | TREASURER | 4 | — |
| MARIE HOUGHTON | SECRETARY | 4 | — |
| GERALD COLEMAN | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| CATHY DAVIS | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| VIRGINIE DIAMBOU | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| CATHY DIMITRUK | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| YAEL FRIEDMAN | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| MARK LEVINE | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| OWEN MCCLAIN | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| DENISE SMITH | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| JOE HALKO | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| GAMAL ALSALAHI | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| SARAH RUSSELL | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| ADRIANNE ROSS | DIRECTOR | 2 | — |
| SETH BOWDEN | DIRECTOR (START FY24) | 2 | — |
| ANDREA PATRICK BAUDET | DIRECTOR (START FY24) | 2 | — |
| JOHN ST HILAIRE | DIRECTOR (START FY24) | 2 | — |
| ADRINA WALKER | DIRECTOR (START FY24) | 2 | — |
| JESSE BRIDGES | CEO | 40 | $154,165 |
| AMY CARMOLA HAUF | CHIEF IMPACT OFFICER | 40 | $92,766 |
| ELIZABETH GAMACHE | CHIEF DEVELOPMENT OFFICER | 40 | $102,839 |
Recent News & Activity
Recent developments and announcements
**2025 Funding Announcement:** United Way of Northwest Vermont reaffirmed its commitment to trust-based philanthropy amid federal funding uncertainty, announcing $715,500 in community funding to 28 local organizations for year two of a three-year grant cycle.
United Way of Northwest Vermont Reaffirms Commitment to Trust-based Philanthropy**2024 Funding Announcement:** The organization announced $748,000 in partner funding distributed to 30 community organizations.
United Way of Northwest Vermont announces $748,000 in partner funding to**Board Changes:** The organization welcomed new leadership and board members, with Phet Keomanyvanh and Adrina Walker elected to serve as Chair and Vice Chair respectively, and three new members joining the board.
**Rating:** United Way of Northwest Vermont holds a Four-Star rating (97%) from Charity Navigator, reflecting strong accountability and financial practices.
United Way of Northwest Vermont Reaffirms Commitment to Trust-based PhilanthropyContact Information
Address: 412 Farrell Street, Suite 200, South Burlington, VT 05403
Phone: (802) 864-7541
Fax: (802) 864-7401
Email: info@unitedwaynwvt.org
Website: unitedwaynwvt.org
EIN: 03-0217229
IRS Ruling Year: 1966
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Focus areas based on grantmaking activity
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Data last updated April 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990-PF filings. Research dossier generated April 2026.
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