Amanda is a proud graduate of DeKalb High School and Ball State University, where she earned both her Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education and her Master of Arts in Education. She has dedicated over 20 years to DeKalb Central Schools and has served as Principal of Waterloo Elementary for the past six years.
Tyler was hired as Executive Director on April 6, 2020. He joined United Way of DeKalb County as a volunteer serving on the Community Impact Committee in December 2015. Tyler later Co-Chaired the committee and served as a United Way of DeKalb County Board member, eventually becoming the Board Vice-President in July 2019.
Kirby has returned to United Way of DeKalb County as the Community Impact Coordinator, starting on September 23, 2024. She is a graduate of Purdue University Fort Wayne, holding a Bachelor's degree in Human Services, with a minor in Psychology. Kirby previously worked with United Way of DeKalb County from 2015 to 2018 in various roles, including Resource Development Coordinator, Community Impact Coordinator, and even served as the Interim Executive Director for a time.
Promoting health & well-being for everyone.
Ensuring families & individuals achieve financial security.
Helping families & communities create learning for youth.
Providing our community with resources to thrive.
Last year’s event was phenomenal—347 attendees joined us, and we raffled off nearly 60 purses, raising an astounding $44,030.14! These funds had a tremendous impact on our community and supported the Dolly Parton Imagination Library in amazing ways.
Hosted by Charleston Metal Products, in support of the United Way of DeKalb County.