CVOEO is taking action to end poverty, build community, and create a healthier, happier, and more just future for everyone in Vermont. From addressing urgent needs to fostering long-term well-being, we're committed to making a positive impact.

This month, we reflect on a recent visit from Burlington Mayor Mulvaney-Stanak. Our staff hosted Mayor Mulvaney-Stanak at our Community Resource Center and Feeding Champlain Valley site in the Old North End, helping her gain firsthand insight into the challenges faced by our most vulnerable residents. This visit underscored the importance of our work providing essential services like food, shelter, and support.

This August, we are also thrilled to further strengthen our food security initiatives in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties, by welcoming Healthy Roots Collaborative to CVOEO. In addition, as we strive to create a more just and equitable community, we invite you to join us in supporting those in need. Whether it's attending our Tim's House Golf Classic or our vibrant Karibu Cultural Celebration, your involvement makes a difference. Consider, too, leaving a lasting legacy by supporting CVOEO in your estate planning on the occasion of National Make-A-Will Month.

Together, we will build a just future for all. Thank you for joining us!

Burlington Mayor Visits CVOEO

Discusses Homelessness and Food Insecurity

Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak recently toured CVOEO’s Community Resource Center to learn about the program's work to address homelessness and food insecurity in Burlington. The center, co-located with Feeding Champlain Valley's food shelf, provides essential services such as hot meals, phone access, and benefits support to those in need. Mayor Mulvaney-Stanak also toured Feeding Champlain Valley, highlighting CVOEO's innovative approach to food access.

Paul Dragon, Executive Director of CVOEO, shares "we were excited to host the Mayor and look forward to our continued partnership to ensure that Burlington thrives. The heart of our work at CVOEO is community well-being and the belief that every person in this community is important and vital to its success. Our 10 programs focusing on both emergent needs and long-term economic independence reflect CVOEO’s whole community approach. We are so excited to be on this journey with Mayor Mulvaney-Stanak!"

To learn more about the Community Resource Center and Feeding Champlain Valley, visit our website.

Healthy Roots Collaborative

Joins CVOEO's Feeding Champlain Valley

Last week, CVOEO welcomed Healthy Roots Collaborative as they became a program of CVOEO's Feeding Champlain Valley! This collaboration is a testament to our shared commitment to enhancing food security, supporting local agriculture, and promoting health and wellness throughout Northwest Vermont. Together, we will forge new paths in improving food access, education, and infrastructure—vital components in our work towards food security.

We are thrilled to welcome Healthy Roots Collaborative staff to our team. Stationed in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties, they will be pivotal in coordinating efforts with NorthWest Family Foods to ensure that our community’s needs are met with compassion and efficiency.

Join us in extending a warm welcome to our newest colleagues and in celebrating this partnership. With their expertise and passion, we are poised to make an even greater impact. Here’s to building a stronger, healthier, and more resilient community, together!

Tim's House Golf Classic

Fundraiser on August 16

CVOEO's Samaritan House will host its annual Tim’s House Golf Classic at the Champlain Country Club in Swanton on Friday, August 16! The event raises critical funds to support our community members experiencing homelessness in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties, and is always a great day full of mediocre golf, delicious food, fun prizes, and community connections.

All golf team slots are full, but to be added to the waiting list, volunteer, or inquire about sponsoring a hole, please reach out to Ben at bkaufmann@cvoeo.org. This event is made possible by our generous participants, sponsors, and volunteers who always make the day a success. 

2024 Karibu Cultural Celebration

Save the Date: November 2, 2024

Karibu, CVOEO's annual community-centered cultural event, will be held at the University of Vermont’s Fleming Museum of Art on Saturday, November 2!

Join us as we celebrate the growing diversity of the Burlington area through fashion and performance. All are invited to this critical fundraising event that supports CVOEO’s Asylum Seekers Assistance Program. Tickets will become available in September.

Follow the link below for more information, including event details and sponsorship information.

August is Make-A-Will Month

Leave a lasting impact

National Make-A-Will Month serves as a reminder to take proactive steps towards securing your legacy. By creating a will, you not only protect your assets, but also provide clarity and support for your loved ones during a difficult time. Don't delay creating or updating this important document—start planning today to ensure that your wishes are honored and your family is provided for according to your desires.

You can also plan to make a meaningful contribution to the future of Vermont when you include CVOEO in your estate planning. Jon Crystal, Vergennes resident and member of CVOEO’s Board of Directors since 2011, recently made a legacy gift to CVOEO. Read Jon's reflections below.

Join our team and make a difference in our community! Our compassionate and committed team members are the driving force behind everything we do at CVOEO.