New, emerging and experienced leaders are invited to the 7th Annual Vermont Community Leadership Summit at Vermont State University Castleton on Tuesday, October 6th from 9am-4pm. This annual summit has become well known for having workshops and panels that give local leaders the tools they need to strengthen civic life, spark local initiatives, and create…
The Vermont Council on Rural Development (VCRD) announces the opening of applications for the sixth round of the Climate Catalysts Innovation Fund, a small catalytic grant program for local innovative climate projects. VCRD launched the fund in 2021 to support local innovators in developing climate and energy solutions for which a small grant could have…
A new round of funding and support will soon be available to help a third cohort of small Vermont towns breathe new life into the historic buildings and shared spaces at the heart of their communities. The Village Trust Initiative (VTI) — a partnership of Preservation Trust of Vermont, Vermont Council on Rural Development and…
On Thursday April 30, all Brandon community members are invited to gather at the Otter Valley Union Middle & High School for a free community dinner and the opportunity to be an active participant in sharing and developing ideas for the future of Brandon. This event is the first of three steps in the “Brandon:…
