volunteers
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Letter to the editor: On second thought, volunteering is a great idea
I worked on the Long Trail this morning, with saw and clippers, under a dark sky. I was in a bad mood, mad at the trail, mad at…
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Bristol’s Volunteer Fair connects people with their community
There are many ways for Addison County residents to lend a hand in their community, and locals got a chance to learn more about several of those opportunities…
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Guardians ad Litem speak for Vermont children
Guardians ad litem are volunteers who are appointed by judges in juvenile court cases to advocate for the best interest of children involved in those cases.
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Volunteers: A modest offering changes his perspective
Will Robinson has been a volunteer at the Charter House Coalition homeless shelter in Middlebury since 2023. We sat down to learn more about Will and what inspired…
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Wanted: More civic volunteers
Addison County is made up of 23 municipalities, all of which offered a variety of public service opportunities to residents through the March 4 Town Meeting Day elections.…
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Ferrisburgh says a big thank you to volunteers
The town of Ferrisburgh on Thursday, Nov. 14, said a big thank you to its employees, volunteers, and elected and appointed officials and committee members by serving them…
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Letter to the editor: County fortunate to have abundance of volunteers
The Addison Independent Volunteer section every spring is always so enjoyable to read — to see how many people are out there giving their time to supporting others.
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Volunteers find fulfillment with Addison County’s emergency services
MREMS has 49 dedicated members — paramedics, emergency medical technicians, heavy rescue operators — most of whom are hired on a professional basis. But a dozen MREMS staffers…
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Local farms get a boost from ACORN volunteers
Community members can join “working bee” brigades organized by ACORN to help tackle various projects on area farms, from onion planting to sheep shearing.
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United Way offers scholarships for teen volunteers
On behalf of a generous donor, one Addison County student will be chosen annually for the Youth Volunteer Scholarship, recognizing a student who volunteers in their community and…
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Green Up Day is on its way
Want to go for a walk on May 4 and help make Vermont an even more beautiful place? Pick up some trash on Green Up Day.
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Want to volunteer? The Red Cross needs you
BURLINGTON — It’s National Volunteer Week (April 21-27) and the American Red Cross of Northern New England is recognizing the work of the selfless individuals here in Vermont who generously…
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Girls grow thanks to these dedicated adults
When Ursula Olender “aged out” as a Girl Scout, she knew she wasn’t done.
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Counseling Service needs new board members
The Counseling Service of Addison County (CSAC), Addison County’s designated mental health and developmental services agency, seeks four community members to join its volunteer board.
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Get involved with nature: Search for butterflies
Vermonters now have another excuse to get outside on sunny days: to join a statewide survey of the most angelic insects — butterflies.
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High schoolers who volunteer can get a scholarship
United Way of Addison County fosters community service in all community members, especially our youth.