VT Council on Rural Development

Helping people build prosperous and resilient communities through democratic engagement, mobilizing resources, and collective action.

[VT Council on Rural Development @VTRuralDev]

We hope you'll join us at the 7th Vermont Community Leadership Summit on October 6th at VSU Castleton from 9am-4pm! Virtual and hybrid sessions are also available, check out our website at https://t.co/HNdNhZZZy8 for more info. #VTCommunityLeaders

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Calling all Vermonters who are writing grants, managing a project, or volunteering for their community. Join this audience-led discussion & contribute to the VT Evaluation of Rural Technical Assistance (VERTA). Register for free at https://t.co/846cDwp0sf

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The latest VCRD newsletter is here: https://t.co/Nfwy2wciyq
Hear about the great work communities are doing around the state, register for the latest VCLN workshop, learn more about the Climate Catalyst Innovation Fund and more!

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Congratulations to VT’s Long Term Recovery Groups as the recipients of the 2025 Community Leadership Award: This year’s award honors not just one leader but an entire network of leaders across the state whose actions represent the very best of grassroots community service.

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We're one week away! Did you miss online registration? All are welcome to register at the door on Aug. 11 starting at 8am. We will have a live stream of the morning session & 2 free hybrid Zoom sessions: Facilitation 101 & Building a Community Trust Organization.

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Registration for the 6th Community Leadership Summit is closing Monday, August 4th! We're especially excited for our keynote speaker, Ferene Paris of All Heart Inspirations, whose storytelling skills will engage local leaders & audience members in sharing stories.

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Hosted by the @vtpoc_network, the space is open to Black, Indigenous, and other People of Color throughout the day, and will be staffed from noon to 4pm! For registration and other Summit updates: https://t.co/imgbWApvKt

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Village Trust Initiative 2025 applications are open! Do you have an idea & want to see if VTI is right for your community? Email [email protected] to sign up for Office Hours 12-2pm on Thurs until 9/4/25. For more, visit https://t.co/jJZRPHB42F

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Join us on August 11th! Participate in any sessions or follow this year's pathways: Arts & Culture: Building Community, Solving Problems / Community Leadership Skills / From Ideas to Action / Navigating Change and Uncertainty. Register today at https://t.co/imgbWAq3A1!

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You can now register for our 2025 Vermont Community Leadership Summit: Communities in Action! Register & see the agenda: https://t.co/imgbWAq3A1 You’ll meet fellow community builders & together you’ll gain new skills, share success stories & explore big ideas for the future of VT

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The latest VCRD newsletter is here: https://t.co/tSImKsHmJm
Hear about the great work communities are doing around the state, check out upcoming events and workshops, meet the newest Climate Catalyst Leadership Program cohort and more!

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Reminder: VTI virtual info session this coming Monday, June 9th! Register at: https://t.co/kaNiEIkZCc More info at https://t.co/g1Uyp2Si4w

[VT Council on Rural Development @VTRuralDev]

Thank you to @frontporchforum for supporting our upcoming Community Leadership Summit! From a 2022 Summit participant: "There are so so many individuals working towards change in communities of all sizes and it invigorates me to continue on this work." https://t.co/imgbWApvKt

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Thank you to @EastRiseCU for supporting our upcoming Community Leadership Summit! "This continues to be my favorite professional event to participate in annually. It’s empowering and inspiring and I learn so much every year." -2024 Summit participant. https://t.co/imgbWApvKt

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VCRD, @preservation_vt and @VermontCF are pleased to announce the 2nd round of Village Trust Initiative (VTI) applications will open July 7th! Register for an informational session to learn more, hear about the application process & ask questions. https://t.co/DY2adsKVJd

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Thank you to The @VermontCF for supporting our upcoming Community Leadership Summit! Registration is just around the corner this June & we'll be sharing speaker bios, content updates with our team & more. https://t.co/imgbWApvKt to learn more/sponsor!

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We're so thankful for @ComNatBankVT's support of our upcoming Community Leadership Summit. Last year, hundreds of Vermonters attended workshops, made connections & gained valuable knowledge to bring back to their communities. To become a sponsor, visit https://t.co/imgbWApvKt

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VCRD joined the Federal Reserve Bank of Boston to celebrate the work of the VT Working Communities Challenge Teams. From housing to workforce development to transportation, these teams have succeeded in bringing community led economic development to every corner of Vermont.

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We're so grateful for @national_life_group's support of our upcoming Summit. Our sponsors make it possible to bring Vermonters together for a day of learning, networking and fun! For updates on the Summit as well as sponsorship opportunities, visit https://t.co/imgbWApvKt

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The Climate Catalysts Leadership Program deadline has been extended to May 6th! We're enjoying reading the fantastic applications we've received so far. #vtrural #VT