Who We Are
Executive Director
E.J. Brinson
ejbrinson@uweriecounty.org
“Unity is strength… when there is teamwork and collaboration, wonderful things can be achieved.”
– Mattie Stepanek
2024 Board of Directors
Officers
Gary Huffer
President
First Federal of Lorain
Marcus Harris
Vice President
City of Sandusky
What I love about United Way: The ability to be a leader and convener to address crucial issues in our community.
FUN FACT: Cooking is one of my love languages! I make a mean batch of collard greens!
Katie Corcoran
Treasurer
Sandusky Library
Amber Hunter
Secretary
Sandusky Schools
What I love most about being a part of the United Way is helping others. I have been fortunate enough to create friendships and relationships that will last a lifetime. It is a privilege to be a part of this organization, and I am happy to be here and help in any way that I can.
FUN FACT:
I’m an identical twin
Board Members
Suzanne Kridelbaugh
Board Member
Firelands Regional Medical Center
Mark Harper
Board Member
Community Leader
To me, the United Way is vital for its expansive impact in uplifting communities by addressing a multitude of challenges, fostering collaboration, and driving sustainable change. My work within both organizations focuses on strategic initiatives and community engagement to drive positive outcomes.
FUN FACT: I’m one of the youngest Area Commissioners to have ever been elected in City history. I also love to travel, visit amusement and theme parks, as well as dabble in amateur photography.
Paige Hacker
Board Member
Attorney
The thing I love most about United Way is the opportunity to be involved with the community on a broader level that does not only touch one area or one group of people. As a newer member it has also been eye opening to learn about the many programs and organizations available to the community – I am excited to be a part of making those programs more widely known and more accessible.
FUN FACT: My favorite animal is a cow – I used to show them at the Erie County Fair.
Gaye Harris
Board Member
Attorney
Chad Angney
Board Member
Lorain Library
Strong communities provide opportunities for education, health, and overall well-being of their residents. The United Way fosters relationships between volunteers, grantors, and service providers to build up communities for the benefit of all individuals. I’m proud to be a part of an organization that does so much to help so many.
FUN FACT: we have a rescue fish. Named Mr. Fish, he just had his 7th birthday with us.