United Way of Hunterdon County Welcomes Lacy Phelps to Its Board of Directors

Lacy Phelps, MBA, CFP®

Edward Jones financial advisor brings financial planning expertise to support local fundraising and community impact

FLEMINGTON, NJ, UNITED STATES, November 3, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ -- United Way of Hunterdon County (UWHC) is pleased to announce that Lacy Phelps, MBA, CFP®, a Financial Advisor with Edward Jones in Frenchtown, has joined its Board of Directors.

Phelps brings a background in financial planning and a

commitment to helping individuals and families build stronger financial futures, experience that aligns closely with United Way's work in Financial Wellness, Youth Opportunities, Mental Health / Health and Community Resiliency across Hunterdon County.

“I choose United Way of Hunterdon County because the organization’s values align with mine: encouraging financial empowerment, giving our children the opportunity to thrive, and promoting health and wellness right here in our community,” said Phelps.

“We are thrilled to welcome Lacy to our board,” said Jennifer Thompson, MSW, Chief Executive Officer of United Way of Hunterdon County. “Her financial expertise and genuine care for this community will strengthen our ability to raise resources and reach more of our neighbors. We’re excited about the energy she brings to our development work as we head into a pivotal year.”

United Way of Hunterdon County works to improve lives by connecting people and resources across the county, with programs including Start School Strong, Holiday Hands, free VITA tax preparation, Financial Wellness classes, United in Play and Youth Mental Health First Aid, Pantries with Purpose, and Hunterdon Connect.

About United Way of Hunterdon County

United Way of Hunterdon County unites people and resources to build a stronger, healthier community for everyone in Hunterdon County. Learn more at www.uwhunterdon.org.