“Housing is a major wealth-building asset,” says Matthew Cropp, board treasurer of the Vermont Real Estate Cooperative (VREC). It’s an asset, he’s quick to note, that’s unattainable for far too many. VREC is working to change that. Read More
With all that Burlington's historic Lodge had given to the community over the years, the community was determined to give back to their beloved cultural hub. They called on the Loan Fund to help. Read More
The People’s United Community Foundation, the philanthropic arm of People’s United Bank, announced that it has once again awarded $12,000 to the Vermont Community Loan Fund to support its Business Loan Program. This brings the total to over $65,000 in 7 years.Read More
The Vermont Community Loan Fund will strengthen its support of Vermont's small and micro-businesses thanks to a $500,000 loan and grant combination from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).Read More
Our 2015 Annual Report, Focus On Vermont Community Loan Fund, is now available hereon our website. Read all about our continuing focus on building a stronger, healthier Vermont and the extraordinary outcomes resulting from the year's work and collaborations..Read More
In March, we welcomed Sharon Bernard as our new Senior Accountant. Sharon joined us from Capstone Community Action in Barre, where she served as Director of Finance for seven years. Prior to that, Sharon spent 13 years at National Life of Vermont. Sharon and her husband live in Montpelier, nearby to their two daughters' families.Read More