Our Board of Directors is made up of dedicated leaders who help ensure everything we do advances our mission: creating opportunities for quality education, financial stability, and good health to ensure real, lasting change for individuals and our communities.
The Board Excellence Award pays homage to the Kelton and Sauerbry Awards. These past awards were named after Dr. Stanton Kelton and Paul Sauerbry, who exemplified what it means to serve our community through their years of leadership and commitment to the organization.
The Board Excellence Award brings those legacies together to recognize a board member who excels in both leadership and service, advancing United Way’s mission in meaningful and impactful ways.
This year, Randy Beaman is being honored for his outstanding service to United Way of Bucks County. Since joining the Board of Directors in 2023, Randy has taken on leadership roles across key initiatives, including the Headquarters & HELP Center relocation project and the Nominating & Governance Committee, which he now chairs. His disciplined approach, thoughtful perspective, and strong commitment to the mission have made a meaningful impact in a short amount of time.
Randy’s colleagues share, “Randy is a dedicated and highly engaged board member who consistently provides honest, relevant feedback and brings focus to every discussion. He contributes across multiple committees and invests significant time in meetings, site visits, and key initiatives. He truly exemplifies what strong board leadership looks like, and his commitment to UW Bucks and the community we serve is evident in everything he does.”
We are proud to recognize Randy for his leadership, dedication, and the meaningful impact he continues to have across our organization and throughout Bucks County.
Board Excellence Award Winner Q&A
What moment or accomplishment during your time on the board are you most proud of, and why?
UW Bucks has accomplished a great deal over the past few years, and we owe so much to the dedication of our staff, Marissa Christie’s leadership, the participation of community members and volunteers, and the tremendous engagement of past board members. I am grateful to have been part of advocating for early childhood education through Pre‑K Counts and to have been involved in finding and securing a new home for our HQ and HELP Center.
How has your experience with United Way shaped your perspective on community leadership and philanthropy?
We can all benefit when we expand our awareness of our community and get involved. It’s easy to limit our focus to the immediate demands of family and work. Let’s look beyond those boundaries. Seek opportunities to serve others. Take time to listen and understand the needs of the community as a whole and as individuals. Then, let’s work together strategically and efficiently to meet those needs.
What advice would you give to someone considering joining a nonprofit board for the first time?
The greatest rewards of board service are found when you lean in and get engaged. Participate actively in committees, ask questions, and, most importantly, take part in volunteer opportunities.
If you could share one personal story or experience that highlights the impact of United Way’s work, what would it be?
I have had repeated reminders at United Way events that the people we are serving are not far away or out of sight. They are my kids’ classmates at school or friends and families next door. I love working alongside our team members as they serve our neighbors in the community. Whether it’s keeping the HELP Center running, leading the acquisition and construction of our new location, or improving the quality of early education in Bucks County, our team’s care and compassion for people shines through every day.
In one sentence, how would you describe the legacy you hope to leave as a member of this board?
The legacy of United Way is well established and will continue for many years after my board term is over – it comes down to a simple concept that I believe we are called to live out every day: Love your neighbor. I’m honored to play a small part in that calling.