United Way of Leeds & Grenville Names New Executive Director

Brockville — The United Way Leeds Grenville has named a new Executive Director. Hailie Jack, an experienced manager in the not-for-profit sector with a healthcare background, will start in her new role on November 20, United Way Leeds Grenville Board Chair Ian McFall announced today.

“We are delighted to welcome Hailie to the United Way,” McFall said. “She has the experience and knowledge of our area that we were looking for, but more importantly, she has the enthusiasm and dedication to serving the community that are essential to succeed in this role.”

Currently, Jack is the office manager of a local medical centre. She is the former Executive Director of the Brockville and Area Food Bank. Prior to that, she was Community Support Services Manager at CPHC Senior Support Services in Brockville. She has extensive experience in health care as a Registered Practical Nurse.

“I look forward to putting my passion for leadership, nonprofit organizations and community strength together to serve such an impactful nonprofit. I have devoted my career to helping others,” Jack said.

Jack noted that Brockville has been her home for many years, she is raising her daughter here and has a strong connection to communities in Leeds and Grenville. Her experience in health care and later at the food bank has provided valuable insight into the needs of the community.

“I move into this role with deep gratitude at being given the opportunity to serve your local United Way,” she said.

Jack’s appointment follows the resignation of Trish Buote, who left in August to take the role of Executive Director of the Brockville and District Hospital Foundation. The agency appointed Jane Hess as Interim Executive Director while a search commenced for a permanent replacement.

“I’d like to thank Jane Hess for stepping in. Her many years of experience as a community leader were critical to getting the United Way through this crucial transition,” McFall said. “The entire team deserves credit for their hard work and dedication.”

The United Way is in the midst of transitioning to a “community impact” model, McFall noted, which focuses more on identifying community needs and working toward measurable results.

Currently, United Way Leeds & Grenville is in the final two months of their annual campaign. With a goal of $935,000, there is still a lot of work to be done to raise the much-needed funds to support the over 15 funded partner agencies. Our direct mail campaign is in full swing relying on the generosity of the residents of Leeds & Grenville, our online auction featuring wonderful items, highlighting local businesses and friends of the United Way, will run from November 23rd through December 4th, or consider donating online at https://give.unitedway.ca/donate/WBROCK or by calling 613-342-8889.