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

  • Abby

    Abby

    INTERIM DIRECTOR/OPERATIONS

    Oversees Lodging, Building, Programs, and Events.

  • Nova

    Nova

    FINANCE AND DONOR DATABASE MANAGER

    Oversees accounts payable and donor database management.

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.

2026 – 2027 Officers

Tracy Haskell, President

Edith DuBois, Vice President

April Cough McGuire, Treasurer

Carissa Tinker, Secretary

Directors

Sue Aripotch

Stephanie Babich

Lisa Bradley

Julie Fulton-Kelly

Jackie Levesque

Mary Parham

Marie Stivers

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!