June 16, 2026 – West Bend, Wi – United Way of Washington County, WI, announced its 2026 Campaign Chair Team — Generations United — as the organization celebrates its 90th anniversary. The campaign will be led by the following leadership team at United Way of Washington County:
In 2026, United Way is focused on honoring the history that brought us here, leading with purpose to meet the needs of today, and innovating to create the future our community deserves.
“As the current United Way board president and an active leader today, I am committed to working on issues that demand our attention now — mental health, early literacy and financial stability — and how United Way is driving results, mobilizing partners, and delivering measurable impact,” said Schwalen.
Inspired by 90 years of impact and driven by the possibilities ahead, this year’s campaign team is focused on growing awareness, engaging new donors, and ensuring United Way’s work reaches even more individuals and families across Washington County.
“Representing Emerging Leaders, I am focused on looking forward to a future defined by innovation and bold community vision,” said Stadler. “We want to imagine what’s possible for the next 90 years in a community where every child, every family, and every neighbor has the opportunity to thrive.”
Last year, the United Way campaign raised more than $1.9 million and directed investments towards more than 25 programs and initiatives, including mental health counseling for youth, the 211 Helpline, Imagination Library and the Hartford Resource Center.
“As we celebrate 90 years of United Way of Washington County, it is an honor to represent our legacy and the generations of community members who built this organization,” said Brandner. “For nine decades, United Way has stood as a trusted partner for the people of Washington County.”
The 2026 United Way campaign kicks off this fall. Community volunteers will play a pivotal role in raising and distributing funds to support local programs that measurably improve youth opportunity, financial security and healthy community initiatives in Washington County.
Visit www.unitedwayofwashingtoncounty.org to learn more about United Way’s work to help everyone in Washington County get the support and opportunities they need to thrive.
To view a message from our 2026 campaign chair team, go to: https://youtu.be/HX6WPkBWtls.
