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Budgeting, Belonging, and Building Toward a Stable Future

Posted on February 2, 2026 By

Stability isn’t built overnight. It’s built through small decisions, small habits, and small moments of confidence that add up over time. For many Vermonters, financial stability begins long before buying a home. It starts with understanding their budget, strengthening their credit, and getting the support they need to plan for the future. Champlain Housing Trust […]

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Residential Expansion Supports Recovery

Posted on January 15, 2026 By

[Excerpts from Vermont Foundation of Recovery press release 1/13/2026] In partnership with Champlain Housing Trust, Vermont Foundation of Recovery, the largest recovery residence organization in the state, has opened six new recovery residence beds and four transitional apartment beds for women in Essex Junction. Applications for membership are now open. This expansion brings Vermont Foundation […]

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Food Drive – We Need Your Help!

Posted on January 9, 2026 By

To fill the shelves at our food pantries, Champlain Housing Trust is hosting a Food Drive and we need your help! Please donate to help residents put food on their tables and make ends meet. Drop off Food Pantry donations Mon-Fri, 9:30am – 4:30pm at CHT’s office at 88 King Street in Burlington. Or, click […]

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Six Ways We Help Vermonters Build Housing Stability and Homeownership

Posted on January 5, 2026 By

Across Vermont, thousands of people are working toward greater stability—financially, emotionally, and within their homes. Champlain Housing Trust and NeighborWorks Alliance of Vermont exist to make that journey easier. Whether someone is buying their first home, repairing the one they have, or exploring shared equity options, our goal is the same: to help Vermonters build […]

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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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Free Tax Preparation Available Through CVOEO

Posted on December 3, 2025 By

Champlain Valley Office of Economic Opportunity (CVOEO) is offering free tax preparation services to low-to-moderate income Vermonters. The program is by CVOEO’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program, where volunteer tax experts assist individuals and families fill out their federal and state income tax returns, Vermont Renters Credits, and Homestead Declarations/Property Tax Credits. Appointments are […]

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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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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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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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