Page Contents: Government | In Our Collections | Resources – Health & Safety | – Media | – Legal | – Business | – Recreation

Government

State Constitution

• Civics Program by the Vermont Secretary of State
• History of the State Constitution

State Website

Vermont League of Cities & Towns (VLCT)
“The Vermont League of Cities and Towns (VLCT) is a nonprofit, nonpartisan organization that was founded in 1967 with the mission of serving and strengthening Vermont local government.”

Congressional Delegation

• ​Senator Bernie Sanders (I-VT)
• Senator Peter Welch (D-VT)
• Representative Becca Balint (D-VT)

In Our Collections

Content forthcoming–check back often!

Resources

Health & Safety

Media

Lake Champlain Access Television (LCATV)
“Lake Champlain Access Television, a nonprofit Public, Educational and Government Access media facility, is committed to serving the needs of our member communities by providing a free forum for the expression and exchange of ideas and information, a link to local government and schools, and a resource for education and training. LCATV is viewable in the Towns of Colchester, Milton, Georgia, Fairfax, Westford, South Hero, Grand Isle, and North Hero, VT, on Comcast Cable Channels 1075, 1085, and 1095.”

Seven Days
“Seven Days is an independent weekly newspaper covering Vermont news, politics, food, arts and culture. New issues are published each Wednesday and distributed free at 1,000 locations in Northern and Central Vermont.”

VT Digger
“Member-supported journalism. Informing and engaging Vermont.

“VTDigger is an independent digital news organization covering issues of statewide interest in Vermont. It is a project of the Vermont Journalism Trust, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.”

​Vermont Public
“Vermont Public is an independent and community-supported public media organization, serving Vermont with trusted, award-winning journalism, internationally recognized kids’ programming, and locally hosted classical music. We also provide local access to national and international public television and radio programs from NPR, PBS, BBC, and more.

“Our programs, content, and resources are available statewide and beyond on our radio and television broadcast networks, digital platforms, and at events throughout the region.

“Vermont Public is a community-owned and locally operated nonprofit, with no paywall and no subscription fee. Our primary source of funding — more than half — comes from nearly 40,000 members making donations in all amounts. Audience support makes our news and programming accessible for all.

“…Vermont Public informs, educates, and entertains through public service journalism and enlightening content rooted in Vermont. Our storytelling enriches lives and fosters community connection and understanding.”

Legal

American Civil Liberties Union of Vermont (ACLU of VT)
“The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Vermont defends and advances civil liberties for all people across a broad range of constitutionally protected rights and freedoms. Founded in 1967 and based in Montpelier, the ACLU of Vermont is the statewide affiliate of the national ACLU, an organization with a presence in all 50 states, Puerto Rico, and Washington, DC.

“Our efforts are focused on a broad range of issues impacting Vermonters’ constitutional rights, including racial justice, criminal legal reform, women’s rights, gender justice, LGBTQ rights, disability rights, voting rights, immigrants’ rights, freedom of speech, religious liberty, reproductive freedom, privacy, and more.

“Integrating litigation, policy advocacy, organizing, public education, and strategic communications, we work to realize Vermont’s promise of justice and equality for all people–with special emphasis on those who have historically been denied the full protections of our laws.”

​Legal Services Vermont (LSV)
“Legal Services Vermont is a nonprofit legal services law firm based in Burlington. We were founded in November 1995 as Legal Services Law Line of Vermont. We serve all of Vermont.

“Our services are free.

“We are supported by a grant from the Legal Services Corporation in Washington, D.C., and by individual donors. We are available to any low-income Vermonter with a civil legal problem.
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“…We offer a wide range of civil (not criminal) legal services—from quick legal advice to full-scope representation—and community legal education for low-income Vermonters.

​”Legal Services Vermont works to:

• “empower individuals and families
• “help them learn knowledge and skills that will let them stand up for themselves, and
• “enable them to take power by controlling and managing their civil legal matters.​

​Vermont Law Help
“VTLawHelp.org is a joint project of Vermont Legal Aid and Legal Services Vermont—Working Together for Justice.”

Vermont Legal Aid
“Vermont Legal Aid is a non-profit 501(c)(3) law firm established in 1968. We have a staff of 90 who are organized into 11 broad legal projects.

“Vermont Legal Aid advocates on behalf of vulnerable Vermonters. Our goal is to address systemic and institutional problems that impact their lives.

“We provide civil (not criminal) legal services for Vermonters, including those living in poverty, with a disability, or over age 60. We also serve anyone who is discriminated against in housing decisions. We also help all who face challenges related to health care insurance or services, and people who need relief from abuse.

“Our services are free.”

Vermont Queer Legal Professionals (VTQLP)
“VTQLP is a group of over 95 (and growing!) Vermont-based 2SLGBTQI+ lawyers, paralegals, legal support staff, and law & policy students and professionals of all kinds!  VTQLP was founded in 2021 in response to the lack of affinity spaces in Vermont’s legal community.  We shared a vision of a space where queer Vermonters could find support and speak with a unified voice about issues that are impacting our community.  Our work focuses on:

“1.    Strengthening Vermont policy to protect queer rights
“2.    Increasing access to affirming legal services 
“3.    Educating the Vermont Bar
“4.    Building community & strengthening networks
“5.    Mentoring queer law and policy students
“6.    Recruiting & retaining queer legal talent to Vermont.”

Business

Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO)
“The Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) addresses fundamental issues of economic, social, racial, and environmental justice and works with people to achieve economic independence.
​”Bridging Gaps, Building Futures:More than a tagline, bridging gaps and building futures represents CVOEO’s ethos. CVOEO provides individuals and families with the basic needs of food, fuel, and housing support in times of crisis, and helps them acquire the necessary education, financial skills, and assets to build a stable future in which they thrive.”

Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE) Vermont
“The Center for Women & Enterprise (CWE) is a non-profit economic empowerment organization whose mission is to strengthen communities and the economy by supporting women to launch and successfully sustain businesses.

“Opened in 2016, the Vermont Women’s Business Center operates in partnership with the U.S. Small Business Administration. We offer consultations, workshops and networking opportunities to help you reach your entrepreneurial goals.”

New Farmer’s Project by the University of Vermont (UVM) Extension
“UVM Extension’s New Farmer Project is here to help you connect with online and on-the-ground resources to help start and grow your farm business. We bring together information and resources from Extension and the broader agricultural community. Our goal is to help you streamline your access to information that is most relevant to your unique interests and needs.”

SCORE Vermont
“SCORE Vermont, an all-volunteer organization, provides free mentoring to help start or grow your business. Serving the whole state of Vermont with branches including Burlington, Montpelier, St. Albans, Middlebury, and Rutland.”

Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR)
“We are a statewide, nonprofit business association with a mission to leverage the power of business for positive social and environmental impact.

“For over 30 years Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) has been a catalyst for cultural and structural change, drawing upon the collective power and wisdom of our network to:

• “Share knowledge
• “Create solutions
• “Dismantle systems of oppression
• “Advocate for values-led public policy

“We advance VBSR’s mission through transformational educational experiences, values-led public policy, and values-driven business leadership toward our vision: a just, thriving, and transformative economy that works for all people and the planet.”

Vermont Chamber of Commerce
“The Vermont Chamber of Commerce is dedicated to advancing the Vermont economy. Trusted by the businesses that make living, working, and thriving in Vermont possible, we prioritize collaboration and uphold the core values that define our state. As the preeminent not-for-profit business organization, we advocate, build community, and provide resources for businesses statewide.”

Vermont Works for Women (VWW)
“Vermont Works for Women promotes economic justice by advancing gender equity and supporting women and youth at every stage of their career journeys.”​

Recreation

Trail Finder
“Whether you are looking for a weekend hike, an afternoon stroll, or a new place to bike, paddle, ski, or ride, explore Trail Finder’s growing database of four-season trails in Vermont and New Hampshire.”

​Vermont Adaptive
“Vermont Adaptive Ski & Sports is committed to empowering individuals with disabilities. We promote independence and further equality through access and instruction to sports and recreational activities regardless of ability to pay.

Vermont Adaptive provides a place where youth and adults with disabilities gain a measure of self-confidence and independence by participating in year-round adaptive sports programs and activities.”

​Vermont Parks Forever
“Providing park access and educational opportunities to continue Vermont’s tradition of support for conservation, recreation, public health, and natural beauty.”

Vermont State Parks
“The State Parks and Outdoor Recreation Division provides outdoor recreation facilities, primarily through Vermont’s very popular state parks. The Division manages 55 developed state parks each offering high-quality opportunities for outdoor recreation compatible with the conservation of Vermont’s natural resources and aesthetics. Vermont State Parks provides environmental education and information and supports the economies and values of local communities. Additionally, state parks promote, operate, and maintain a large and complex system of conserved lands, as well as both historic and modern facilities that are enjoyed by over a million visitors every year. We work towards ensuring a safe, welcoming, and inclusive place for our staff, volunteers, and visitors.

“Our mission:…to conserve and interpret on behalf of the people of Vermont their natural, cultural, historic, and scenic heritage, and while so doing, to provide recreational opportunities and economic benefit. The emphasis in this dual role should be provided only within the ability of the natural and cultural resources to support the activity.”

Vermont Vacation
​“Welcome to the Green Mountain State.

“Start planning today or whenever you’re ready to visit.”

​Vermont Venture Outdoor Challenge
“The Challenge takes places each year from April 15th-October 15th.

“Participants download a score sheet that contains a list of fun outdoor activities.  Each activity is worth a certain number of points.

“You choose which activities to do and take photos of yourself doing them.

“Once you reach 250 points, you submit your score sheet and photos. In return you will receive a gold VIP coin that gets you free day entry into all Vermont State Parks for the current year, and the next year!”