The power of art to inspire, comfort, and stretch the imagination is something all people can benefit from—not just those who can find their way to a museum, pay for a concert ticket, or hire a piano teacher for their children. Philanthropy can help increase access, nourish the artistic spirit, and support Vermont's creative economy at a time when it hasn't fully rebounded from the COVID-19 pandemic.
Read the brief "Arts for All: How philanthropy can make the arts accessible and affordable " »
Social isolation puts mental and physical health at risk for too many Vermonters and the pandemic isn't helping. Philanthropy can help build community and connection to combat this trend.
Read the brief "Too Much Alone Time: Three ways philanthropy can reduce social isolation" »
Vermont's mental healthcare system is struggling to meet the growing needs of children and adults. According to state figures, the number of Vermonters seeking emergency mental health services from community agencies increased sharply between fiscal year 2019-2021.
Philanthropy has already stepped up to the plate to help with many recovery efforts for youth, but the challenge is far from over and it's important to keep the momentum going. Here are three ways funders can help.
Read the brief "Step Up for Vermont Children and Teens: Three ways to support Vermont youth" »
A recent study found that Vermont leads the nation in pay parity between men and women, yet women still earn only 91 cents for every dollar a man earns—a gap that widens when you look at race and/or women with disabilities. Philanthropy has a role to play in helping, and our recent brief identifies actions you can take today.
Read the brief "Evaporate the Gap. The Gender Pay Divide Hurts Us All" »