Staying warm with CVOEO

Recently, CVOEO supported a 79-year-old client who reached out for help with home heating and weatherization, having endured five years without a working furnace. During this time, she relied on electric space heaters and wore multiple layers to stay warm in her home.

Thanks to a referral from a community partner, CVOEO's Fuel & Utilities staff, embedded with our Community Action Network team, worked closely with the client to address her needs, holistically and quickly.

They connected her with our Champlain Valley Weatherization Program to address her furnace issues, and helped her apply for Seasonal Fuel, GMP EAP, and VT Gas EAP programs to help her stay warm within her available budget. Our team also assisted her in applying for 3SquaresVT, ensuring she won't have to choose between staying warm and eating a nourishing meal.

No one should have to choose between putting food on the table or staying warm.

Visit our website to learn more about each of these services, or to learn how you can support our mission.

Tax Preparation

CVOEO's Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program provides free tax preparation services to low-to-moderate income Vermonters. Our services include help with Federal and State income tax returns, Vermont Renters Credits, and Homestead Declarations/Property Tax Credits.

With the support of our dedicated volunteers, we assist over 2,000 clients each year. Our program operates from February 1 through Tax Day, and we also offer limited tax support throughout the year.

Eligible Vermonters can schedule appointments by calling 2-1-1 (or 802-652-4636 if calling from a non-802 area code).

To learn more about VITA, including eligibility parameters, visit the link below.

Lunch with Lenders

Join us for Lunch with Lenders: Exploring Funding Opportunities for Small Businesses, an event in celebration of Black History Month.

This gathering will feature insightful conversations on accessing capital with both traditional and non-traditional lenders. Representatives from the Burlington Revolving Loan Fund, Opportunities Credit Union, and the Vermont Community Loan Fund will share their expertise and answer your questions.

Whether you're a small business owner or considering starting one, this event will provide valuable insights and networking opportunities.

• Location: Winooski High School
• Date: Saturday, February 8, 2025
• Time: 9:00AM - 4:00PM

How will our community remember you?

Did you know there are many ways to make a lasting gift to CVOEO? One sentence in your will, or a meeting with your Financial Advisor, can make a big difference.

Board Member and Vergennes resident, Jon Crystal, shares why he gave a legacy gift to CVOEO: