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World Habitat Awards Marks 40 Years

Posted on December 4, 2025 By

Earlier this month, World Habitat, along with UN-Habitat, released a new report marking 40 years of recognizing innovative, sustainable, and replicable housing programs from around the globe. Champlain Housing Trust was selected as a winner of the World Habitat Award in 2008, and is featured in the new publication. What was special about this award […]

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Holiday Safety Tips

Posted on December 3, 2025 By

Keeping your home safe from hazards can be difficult during the holiday season. Below are some helpful tips: Holiday Decorations Discard string lights with cracks, exposed wires, or loose connections. Avoid running cords through walkways to prevent tripping hazards, as well as under rugs or through windows and doors to avoid damage, overheating, or electrical […]

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A New Sense of Home

Posted on December 1, 2025 By

A New Sense of Home It’s impossible not to feel welcome inside Vladimir Bullón and Greg Chire’s new shared equity condo at Bay Ridge in Shelburne. The living space is decorated with family pictures and furniture that the couple tracked down from secondhand shops and Facebook marketplace. Their sixth month old puppy Willow follows visitors […]

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Avoiding Holiday Scams

Posted on November 24, 2025 By

The winter holidays are often a time when we see an increase in scams. People are more vulnerable to scams during a time of fast decision making, tight deadlines, and added stress. So remember to take a few breaths before clicking on unknown links this winter. Scams are not limited to online shopping as they […]

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Food Drive – We Need Your Help!

Posted on November 18, 2025 By

To fill the shelves this winter, Champlain Housing Trust is hosting a Food Drive and we need your help! Please donate food and personal care items now through Dec 19. Drop off Food Pantry donations Monday-Friday, 9:30am – 4:30pm at CHT’s office at 88 King Street in Burlington. Or, order food directly from our online […]

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Winter Holidays On A Budget

Posted on October 28, 2025 By

As the calendar moves to November, it’s time to think about the upcoming winter holiday season. As fun as the holidays may be, it can be especially stressful for those on a budget. Below is a collection of resources and organizations that are available to help individuals and families celebrate the holiday season regardless of […]

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Button Up Your Home This Winter

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Efficiency Vermont and Champlain Housing Trust have teamed up for the Fall semester of HomeOwner University to help homeowners get ready for winter weather. CHT was pleased to welcome Brad Long from Efficiency Vermont for a class about slashing your energy bills.  The class introduced many of the programs and services offered through Efficiency Vermont […]

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I Felt Like I Was Home

Posted on October 24, 2025 By

I Felt Like I Was Home Almost 40 years ago, Suzie McKenzie moved from California back to her hometown of Burlington, Vermont, with her 7-year-old daughter. She lived with her mom and was looking for a place to live when her sister-in-law, who rented from Champlain Housing Trust, suggested Suzie move into her apartment since […]

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Meet Resident Services Intern Rita Icimpaye

Posted on October 14, 2025 By

Rita Icimpaye is Resident Services Intern at Champlain Housing Trust

Resident Services Intern Rita Icimpaye has been with Champlain Housing Trust since September, and the UVM social work graduate student has already made a big impact.  In her role, she supports Resident Engagement Manager Suey Howe, which can mean a wide variety of things. It’s what made her interested in studying social work in the […]

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When Housing Isn’t Enough

Posted on October 8, 2025 By

Our region’s lack of affordable housing is even more profound for adults who require supportive services – in fact, a 2023 report identified the need for more than 600 homes statewide to meet the needs of adults with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities (I/DD) seeking independent living in safe, service-supportive housing. That’s why a group of […]

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New Bay Ridge Neighborhood in Shelburne Opens

Posted on September 24, 2025 By

    An effort years in the making culminated today in a ceremonial ribbon cutting ceremony in Shelburne, marking the transformation of a former motel which provided temporary housing for homeless Vermonters into a new neighborhood with affordable apartments and condominiums. Over a hundred people gathered to mark the occasion. The new Bay Ridge neighborhood, […]

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