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That’s a Wrap! 2024 Community Impact Grant Awardees

Compilation of 2024 Grantee logos

This year’s cycle will award 18 programs across 16 nonprofits within Rutland County! The Community Impact Grant process is guided by UWRC’s three pillars of impact: health, education, and financial stability. All organizations that applied were required to demonstrate that their program or project aligns with one or more of these core mission values. The […]

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United Way of Rutland County Names New Executive Director

Tina Van Guilder appointed New Executive Director

The United Way of Rutland County (UWRC) is pleased to announce the appointment of Tina Van Guilder as its new Executive Director. With over seven years of direct non-profit leadership experience in the Rutland County area, coupled with recent roles focusing on grant coordination, budget management, and program development for the Greater Rutland County Supervisory […]

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United Way of Rutland County Hosts “Seeing the Green” Golf Tournament and Online Auction

Rutland County, VT – The United Way of Rutland County is proud to announce our annual fundraising event, “Seeing the Green Tournament and Auction,” generously sponsored by Abatiello Design Center and Casella, with additional support from Velco and Big Handsome Entertainment! Hosted by United Way of Rutland County at Stonehedge Indoor Golf on March 16th, […]

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Navigating Change and Anticipating Exciting Opportunities Ahead!

Photos of Ashley Bride and Isabella Culver

Since she arrived in 2021, Ashley Bride has played a key role in raising funds and friends to support essential programs and community partnerships that have strengthened the Rutland County community. Please join us in thanking Ashley for her leadership, passion, and dedication and congratulating her in her new role with Rutland Regional Medical Center […]

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☃️ We’re Spreading Warmth and Joy This Winter!

Welcome to Winter - Subaru outerwear drop-off. Holding boxes and outerwear with UWRC.

Pictured left to right: John Hayes, Subaru of New England; Rob Bliss, UWRC; Matt Russo, UWRC; Jose Oliver, Oliver Subaru of Rutland; Curtis Vanepps, Oliver Subaru of Rutland; Bill Bergeron, Subaru of New England; Isabella Culver, UWRC Thanks to our Welcome to Winter partners, Oliver Subaru of Rutland and Rutland Young Professionals, over 100 students will receive new […]

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UWRC Seeking New Executive Director

Animated "We're Hiring" sign hanging from push pin

The United Way Rutland County is currently seeking a highly qualified candidate for the position of Executive Director. The Executive Director will play a crucial role in guiding our strategic direction, overseeing various operational aspects, and fostering collaboration within our community. This role will be responsible for implementing our mission, managing fundraising efforts, and maintaining […]

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UWRC Grant Awards

2023 Grantees

United Way of Rutland County (UWRC) is proud to announce that $150,000.00 worth of grant awards have been disbursed to 24 programs, representing 23 different area nonprofits within Rutland County! Community leaders across many sectors united to participate in this year’s grant cycle scoring process. Recommendations were given to the Board of Directors that aided […]

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Rutland County Flooding Relief Fund

Casella Relief Fund Approaches $100,000 in Partnership with UWRC The United Way of Rutland Country (UWRC) in partnership with Casella Waste Systems, Inc. (Casella) is pleased to announce that the recently established Casella  Relief Fund is approaching the $100,000 milestone and has begun to administer its firs tround of  grants. In the aftermath of catastrophic […]

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