Vermont Community Foundation Urges Support for Afghan Refugees

The Vermont Community Foundation issued a report for Vermonters who want to direct their charitable giving to supporting newcomers. VCF highlights the need for help with transportation, housing and legal services costs.

https://vermontcf.org/assets/Insight-Hub/New-Neighbors-Supporting-Afghan-Refugees-Feb.-2022.pdf

For information on how you can support refugees in Southeastern Vermont, visit https://www.ecdcus.org/mccvt/ – the web site for ECDC which is the resettlement agency based in Brattleboro. They are coordinating “cosponsorship” volunteers and can connect you with other local groups serving helping immigrants to Vermont such as https://caspvt.org/ which works exclusively with asylum seekers.

BDCC is working to support newcomers entering employment. If you are interested in helping to provide employment (or other assistance such as rides or gear) please contact jstomsten@brattleborodevelopment.com.