My name is Marc Blumenthal and I am Executive Director of the Social Ventures Foundation. https://www.socialventuresfoundation.org/ We are a nonprofit, nonsectarian 501 c 3 organization, focused on identifying, promoting and facilitating the investment in startups and businesses that have products, services or job programs that sustainably lift the livelihoods of the poor at the “Bottom of the […]
Continue readingOn October 28th, Vermont First, Farm to Plate, and the Vermont Agency of Agriculture hosted the Taking Root Student Symposium at the University of Vermont. This symposium was designed for all Vermont college students to celebrate farm to institution and learn about what it means to chart a career in food. The keynote speaker was […]
Continue readingThe FT Campaigns 2019 National Conference will be held March 1-3 in Chicago and we are hoping that folks from Champlain can be there, especially as our partners! This year’s conference will include special opportunities for students, including a career fair and sessions on professional development and career preparation (resume-building, etc.) Campuses that cover registration for 3+ […]
Continue readingGreen Mountains, Blue Water Earth Care News November 2018 In this newsletter: Video of George Lakey’s Keynote Address & Workshop on VTIPL Website Cool Congregations Challenge VT Climate & Health Alliance’s Letter to Vermonters & Video Support Needed for Washington State’s Initiative 1631 350Vermont Annual Convergence: Sunday, Nov. 11, Burlington Button Up Home Weatherization & […]
Continue readingI’m in the process of recruiting interns for the upcoming semester, and I wanted to see if you know of any students who may be interested in working with us. We’re offering internships in our usual five areas of Racial Justice, Fairtrade, Peacework, Programming & Fundraising, and Volunteer Coordination. The specifics of what each internship entails can be found […]
Continue readingMountainfilm On Tour! Mountainfilm on Tour is coming to Burlington, bringing a selection of culturally rich, adventure-packed and inspiring documentary films curated from the Mountainfilm festival held every Memorial Day weekend in Telluride, Colorado. The show will explore themes connected to Mountainfilm’s mission: to use the power of film, art and ideas to inspire audiences […]
Continue readingWe’re bringing a big sustainability hackathon to UVM on November 13th from 3-8pm (including a delicious hot dinner). The event will use design thinking to imagine ideas on getting Target customers to stop using plastic bags locally, with the potential for scale nationally. The event is in partnership with Target’s Corporate Social Responsibility team, who […]
Continue readingAs you’re likely aware, the Community Bike Workshop (the non-profit arm of Old Spokes Home that provides refurbished bikes at reduced prices to people of low income) and the Old Spokes Home retail shop are moving from their separate locations to the site of the former Good News Garage, meaning that all customers – regardless […]
Continue readingHello! The Champlain College Apiary has had another successful season, and we’re happy to offer up this year’s harvest while supplies last. We have beeswax lip balm, with a new and improved formula, and are now offering a burlap gift bag with jarred honey, lip balm, and a honey stick! Visit our purchase site for details. AND look […]
Continue readingUnited Way of Northwest Vermont – Volunteer Connection Listings Week November 5, 2018 By Sue Alenick, United Way Volunteer Columnist LEND A HAND. VOLUNTEER – United Way of Northwest Vermont’s mobile-friendly Volunteer Connection connects you to hundreds of local volunteer needs. Search by age, date, county, interests or causes that are important to you. Stay connected to […]
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