News

United Way of Pennsylvania is pleased to welcome a group of newly elected Board of Directors members whose collective experience, leadership, and community connections further strengthen UWP’s mission across the Commonwealth.

The newly elected board members include:

• Amy Wannamacher
  • Retired Executive / Community Volunteer
• Angela Bassani
  • United Way of Lackawanna, Wayne and Pike
• Cate Mellen
  • United Way of Carlisle & Cumberland County
• Denise Remillard
  • Saxton & Stump
• Greg Piercy
  • Witherup Fabrication & Erection
• Kara Mohsinger
  • United Way of the Greater Lehigh Valley
• Kate Zimmerman
  • United Way of Lancaster County
• Katie Fink
  • United Way of Bedford County
• Mary Lou Harju
  • United Way of Beaver County
• Timmy Nelson
  • Retired / Community Volunteer
• Tracie Witter
  • PPL Electric Utilities

These accomplished individuals bring diverse professional backgrounds, lived experiences, and regional perspectives that will support UWP’s continued efforts to advance health, financial stability, education, and community resilience throughout Pennsylvania.

UWP also extends sincere appreciation to our departing board members for their dedication, leadership, and service:

• Judy Schwank
  • Senator, Senate District 11
• Carrie Amann
  • Pennsylvania State Board of Higher Education
• Dan Lavallee
  • UPMC
• Lynda Culver
  • Representative, House District 108
• Lynette Praster
  • Retired Community Member, Former PA Bureau Manager, and Nonprofit Director
• Marissa Christie
  • United Way of Bucks County
• Michael Albert
  • Shawnee Craft Brewing Company

Their contributions have played an important role in guiding UWP’s work and strengthening partnerships across sectors.

In addition, UWP announces updates to its Board of Directors Executive Committee. The newly appointed officers are:

• Ron Frick– Chair
  • United Way of North Central Pennsylvania
• Chris Saello– Vice Chair
  • Chester County United Way
• Tim Fatzinger– Treasurer
  • United Way of the Capital Region
• Kevin Fennell– Assistant Treasurer
  • Fennell Real Estate Group, LLC
• Kristen Rotz– Secretary
  • United Way of Pennsylvania
• Andy Dessel- Immediate Past Chair
  • UPMC Pinnacle Foundation

UWP’s board nominating process is rooted in intentionality, with a focus on ensuring representation from diverse sectors, geographies, and lived experiences. Board members contribute not only their professional expertise, but also the strength of their relationships and networks—helping UWP build connections that drive meaningful, statewide impact.

Together, this Board of Directors and Executive Committee will help guide United Way of Pennsylvania as it continues to mobilize communities, convene partners, and create pathways for all Pennsylvanians to thrive.