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Building Resiliance, Creating Opportunity

The Vermont Children’s Trust Foundation promotes the well-being of children and families in Vermont by raising funds for community-based prevention programs.

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Our Impact

1,434
Grants Awarded Since 1986
$15,444,204
Granted to Primary Prevention Programs for Children

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