Meet: Sarah

Meet: Sarah

Women Build Hamilton: Sarah’s Story Philanthropy is in Sarah Ernest’s DNA. As the director of Philanthropy and Communications at YWCA Hamilton, Sarah is in charge of raising critical funds that power our programs. She also leads a team of 13 dedicated staff, and...
Meet: Maxine

Meet: Maxine

Women Build Hamilton:Maxine’s Story Moving into the Putman Family YWCA changed the course of Maxine’s life. She was one of the first residents to move into the building in the fall of 2021 – and as a result, she “was able to see things build up” as the new,...
Meet: Erin Dunham

Meet: Erin Dunham

Women Build Hamilton: Erin’s Story If you’ve kept an eye on Hamilton’s culinary scene over the years, Erin Dunham likely needs no introduction. Erin is the CEO and co-owner of Hamilton-based hospitality group The Other Bird, the parent company behind a family of...
Meet: Brenda

Meet: Brenda

Women Build Hamilton:Brenda’s Story Brenda’s new apartment at the Putman Family YWCA on Ottawa Street is more than just a home – it’s a sign of their independence. The second-floor apartment in the new, state-of-the-art building that Brenda shares with her...
Meet: Georgina Rosenberg

Meet: Georgina Rosenberg

Women Build Hamilton: Georgina’s Story Ever since she was little, Georgina Rosenberg’s parents told her to give as much as she could. “They taught us then that it doesn’t matter how little you have – find something to give,” she said. “That was always...