Vermonters, and the nonprofits who serve them, are getting shortchanged! Vermont’s government relies on nonprofits to provide vital services to communities with greater impact and speed than the government can offer. Yet, nonprofits are increasingly being asked to do more with less. By ensuring that…
In November, we introduced Sylvie Choiniere to you as one of UWAC's newest Board members. We are pleased to announce that Sylvie has transitioned off the board and onto our staff as our Director of Advocacy!
Sylvie's community-first focus, deep knowledge of public health needs in Addison County, and…
It's been more than 100 years since Turkey and Syria have been hit by such powerful earthquakes. The 7.8 magnitude earthquake that shook southeastern Turkey and northwestern Syria early on Feb. 6 was just the start. Hours later, a new 7.5 tremor occurred. The death toll is climbing, with 36,000+ dead…
Reimagine Addison County, an initiative coordinated by the United Way, interviewed service providers in the non-profit sector, government, social services, and more to learn about the strategies and adaptations they developed during the pandemic that are enhancing the well-being and future of the county.…
Hi, my name is Gina LeBeau, and I am the new Youth Coordinator at United Way of Addison County (UWAC)! I am 14 and currently a ninth grader at Vergennes Union High School. I live in Panton, Vermont, and my favorite thing about Addison County is Goodies Snack Bar. I love going there in the summer and…
Reimagine Addison County, an initiative coordinated by UWAC, interviewed service providers in education, the nonprofit sector, and more to learn about the strategies and adaptations they developed that are enhancing the well-being and future of Addison County. In today’s post, we highlight Workforce…
Happy December, Addison County! It’s a busy month for so many, with holiday traditions highlighting year-end festivities. For the folks like us who work at Addison County nonprofits, our hearts are doubly warmed by the beauty of the snowy landscape we call home, combined with the generosity of our friends…
The pandemic produced worry, fear, and significant signs of strength in our community. Thus Reimagine Addison County, an initiative coordinated by UWAC, interviewed service providers in the non-profit sector, social services, and more to learn about the strategies and adaptations they developed that…
Reimagine Addison County, interviewed service providers in the non-profit sector, education, social services, government, and more to learn about the strategies and adaptations they developed that are enhancing the well-being and future of Addison County. In this edition, we talk with Pete Antos-Ketchum…
“We need to focus on the possibilities instead of the barriers. Our community has a lot of assets. We have vibrant downtowns, great schools, and a rich network of social services, and there is a lot of opportunity here. We can expand these opportunities…bring more people into these resource-rich neighborhoods…
