Salvation Farms picks new executive director

Dolan most recently worked as the farm to plate network manager for the Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund. While there, she collaborated with food systems organizations to incorporate the goals and strategies contained in the Vermont Agriculture and Food System Strategic Plan 2021-2030 to their organization, local or regional community. Prior to that, Dolan led University of Vermont Extension’s Migrant Education Program overseeing a statewide effort to support migrant farmworkers and their families. Her previous work includes community development as a Peace Corps Volunteer in both Guatemala and Panama.

“I am beyond thrilled to lead Salvation Farms into this new chapter,” Dolan said. “Theresa, along with dedicated partners, board and staff, have done such commendable work to further farm viability and food access within Vermont communities. With many exciting projects on the horizon, we anticipate the coming months and years to be a time of both expansion and deepening of the organization’s mission.”

Dolan holds a master’s degree in community development and applied economics and a secondary teaching license in world languages. Dolan has also enjoyed seasonal farm work at nurseries and diversified small farms and volunteering with other organizations, most recently as a board member and fundraising chair for the Vermont Mountain Biking Association.

The organization plans a period of overlap between Snow and Dolan to ease the transition.

“It has been a true privilege to bring Salvation Farms into existence and to behold the passing of the torch to a new leader who is backed by an incredible team of co-workers, board members, farmers, collaborators and supporters,” Snow said. “Salvation Farms’ future is looking very bright with the combination of Kelly’s leadership and the on-going work of our team. I couldn’t be more excited for the opportunity to watch this incredible organization continue to grow and evolve from the sidelines.”