Kathy Dumont and Family
Q&A with Kathy Dumont
What is your name and what do you do?
Kathy Dumont, (retired) former executive administrative assistant to the York County Manager
How did you learn about FCF? Why did you decide to join the board?
I was employed by York County Government for over 16 years and as the Executive Assistant to the York County Manager, I was involved from the beginning with the creation of the First Responder and Substance Use projects. I attended and took minutes for the committee meetings that consisted of area York County police and fire chiefs, York County D.A., YCCC administrative personnel, Commissioners, and many other stakeholders.
I decided to join the Board as I am so proud of the vision that the York County Government Manager and Board of Commissioners had for utilizing the American Rescue Plan money and how many people will be helped.
Why is FCF’s mission important to you? Feel free to share a personal anecdote if relevant.
While I strongly believe both buildings will be hugely beneficial to York County, I believe the York County Substance Use Treatment and Recovery Center is strongly needed. I was also involved in the development of the Layman Way Recovery Center, the only drug/alcohol diversion program in Maine, which helped so many. The new center will be helping those struggling with addiction in a much larger manner.
What experience do you bring to the board?
My long work history with County government enables me to understand the growing needs of York County. Having a centralized training center for our first responders will be a huge benefit to York County.
What impact do you foresee FCF having on the greater York County community?
I believe FCF will have a great impact on Y.C. for many years to come. We now run the Food Pantry and have already seen, through Rachel’s hard work, an uptick in donations that are so greatly needed in our community.
The Recovery Center will offer aftercare and housing for those entering back into the community, as well as job assistance. I believe FCF will be instrumental in obtaining funding that will be needed to keep these important programs functioning.
What are your goals as a board member?
My main goal as a board member is to continue to “spread the word” about First County Foundation and the important work we do to keep the York County Training Center and Recovery Center running.
Anything else you would like to share?
I believe we have a strong Board and, along with the support of the Y.C. Commissioners and County Manager, will continue to be effective in educating the community on the importance of assisting with funding of these two very important projects for years to come.
About First County Foundation
Founded in 2023, FCF is charged with a mission “to support and strengthen safe and healthy communities by resourcing transformational solutions to the emergent needs of York County.”
Contact Us
If you have any questions about FCF, please get in touch with Rachel Stansfield at 207.459.7055 or restansfield@yorkcountymaine.gov.