Vermont Rural Education Collaborative, Inc

Vermont State Employees' Association (VSEA) is a member-driven union based in Montpelier, VT, dedicated to advocating for dignified wages, working conditions, benefits, and retirement plans for Vermont state employees. They work tirelessly to ensure the well-being and rights of their members, offering a range of services and resources such as contracts, bargaining units, member committees, and steward trainings. VSEA also organizes legislative dinners and events to facilitate important conversations with key Vermont lawmakers, providing a platform for members to voice their concerns and contribute to shaping policies that affect their jobs.Generated from the website

NEKCA or the Northeast Kingdom Community Action agency is a private nonprofit organization that serves more than 6,000 moderate-to-low income families in Newport, Vt. The organization s community action youth services division serves Orleans and northern Essex counties, and works with youth and families to develop positive life skills through prevention programs and support services. It provides life skills instructions individually and in group settings to youth transitioning from foster care and for youth who are homeless or without help of their legal guardian. The youth are provided living facilities, emotional support, guidance and advocacy, and referral source and coordination of other agency services. NEKCA s runaway program provides intervention services to teens and their parents. The services include short-term alternative living arrangements in an appropriate community.

The Memphremagog Watershed Association, Inc. is dedicated to preserving the quality and beauty of the Memphremagog Watershed, which spans 687 square miles across Vermont and Quebec. This organization focuses on various restoration projects, stormwater improvements, and education initiatives to enhance water quality and promote responsible stewardship of the watershed. With a rich ecological history and a commitment to addressing challenges such as nutrient pollution and habitat loss, the association actively engages the community in conservation efforts. By advocating for best practices and providing resources, the Memphremagog Watershed Association empowers individuals to contribute to the health of this vital ecosystem. Generated from the website