Who We Are

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The YWCA Mount Desert Island is dedicated to eliminating racism, empowering women, and promoting peace, justice, freedom, and dignity for all.

The YWCA of Mount Desert Island, in honoring our history, welcomes women of all ages to participate in programs which:

  • Provide affordable accommodations

  • Encourage growth and development

  • Promote self-confidence and pride

  • Provide educational opportunities for and about women

  • Assist women to attain economic and political influence and leadership in our community.

Eliminating Racism, Empowering Women and Promoting Peace, Justice, Freedom and Dignity for all.

YWCA MISSION

Our Values


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A Compassionate Community


Respect


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A Healthy, Balanced Lifestyle


Honesty and Integrity


Non-Violence


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Collaboration


Justice and Fairness


The Dignity of All People

Our Team

  • Jackie

    Jackie

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

    Leads and oversees organization, staff, and volunteers.

  • Nova

    Nova

    FINANCE AND DONOR DATABASE MANAGER

    Oversees accounts payable and donor database management.

  • Abby

    Abby

    OPERATIONS

    Oversees Lodging, Building, Programs, and Events.

  • Shari

    Shari

    COMMUNICATIONS

    Oversees social media and public relations, responsible for grant requests.

  • Linda

    Linda

    RESOURCE COORDINATOR

    Works to connect people with resources.

Board of Directors

Our Board of Directors is a diverse group of women leaders using their passion, insights, and connections in the community, to create real impact for YWCA Mount Desert Island.

2025 – 2026 Officers

Lauren Koncinsky, President

Edith DuBois, Vice President

April Cough McGuire, Treasurer

Carissa Tinker, Secretary

Directors

Stephanie Babich

Lisa Bradley

Julie Fulton-Kelly

Gail Gladstone

Tracy Haskell

Jackie Levesque

Natalie Osborne

Mary Parham

Linda Uberseder

Key Dates in YWCA History

Annual Reports

YWCA is on a mission to eliminate racism and empower women, and we’re committed to accountability and transparency in everything we do. Below you will find resources that illuminate our financial position, outline how we allocate our resources, and showcase the impact of the valuable support from our donors and sponsors. As a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization, we welcome your support of our mission!