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Welcoming Our New Board Members
Welcoming four new members to the Board of Directors.
Mercy Connections Board of Directors Announces Retirement of Executive Director Lisa Falcone
Board launches search for next Executive Director while honoring Lisa’s extensive career serving Vermonters, including eight years at the helm of Mercy Connections.
Mercy Connections to Honor Erik Hoekstra at Power of Connection 2026
Managing Partner of Redstone to receive Catherine McAuley Community Award at its May event.
Mercy Connections to Honor Heidi Stumpff at Power of Connection 2025
M&T Bank Regional President of Vermont to receive Catherine McAuley Community Award at its May event.
Mercy Connections Welcomes Erin Evarts as Development Director
Evarts joins the organization after leading Lyric Theatre Company as Executive Director for 5 years. “As a Vermont native, my career has been focused in the nonprofit arena because mission-based, community-focused work is my passion,” Evarts said.
Vermont Pride & Prosperity Network Launches During Pride Month
Partner organizations collaborate to support the financial health and wellness of LGBTQIA2S+ community members.
2024 Catherine McAuley Recipient: Green Mountain Power President & CEO Mari McClure
Mercy Connections proudly announces Mari McClure as the recipient of its 2024 Catherine McAuley Award. The award will be presented at the nonprofit’s annual Power of Connection event Tuesday, May 7th at Hula in Burlington, Vermont.
Justice & Mentoring Program Seeks Volunteer Mentors for Training
Mercy Connections' Vermont Women's Mentorship program provides a path for women+ to rebuild their lives.
2023 Catherine McAuley Recipient: Scott Boardman
Mercy Connections proudly announces Scott Boardman is this year’s recipient of its Catherine McAuley Award. The award will be presented at the nonprofit’s annual Power of Connection event Tuesday, May 2, at Hula (and broadcast live via Zoom).
Start Up: Cohort graduates
The December graduates presented business plans with new visions for local food and beverage services, wellness practitioners, landscape designers, retail, and more. Mercy Connections is now accepting applications for the upcoming class: January 25-May 11, 2023.