THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
Middlebury, VT, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
22-2712160
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
Middlebury, VT, US
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501(c)3
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EIN
22-2712160
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DAF Sponsor
Community Foundation
Regional Funder
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The Vermont Community Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization that focuses its grantmaking efforts primarily in Vermont, with additional support in New York and Massachusetts. In 2024, the foundation paid a total of $46.3 million in grants to 1,369 grantees. It operates on a relationship-based and invitation-only engagement model, meaning it does not accept unsolicited proposals. Nonprofits interested in connecting with the foundation can explore warm-introduction pathways through Impala's Funder Prospecting.
Mission Statement
BETTER TOGETHER: INSPIRING GIVING AND BRINGING TOGETHER PEOPLE AND RESOURCES TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN VERMONT
Cause Areas
3
Philanthropy
Health
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Grantee
Total Funding
Funding Share
VERMONT LAND TRUST INC
$10.9M
5%
LEAHY CENTER FOR LAKE CHAMPLAIN INC
$8.1M
4%
STOWE LAND TRUST
$5.1M
2%
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Total No. of Grants
728
Median 1st year grant
$10.3K
Median 2nd year grant
$14K
Top 3 Grants
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Grantee
Grant Size
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
No. THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION give?
THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION primarily gives to organizations located in Vermont, New York, and Massachusetts. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION’s grants?
The largest share of grants from THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fall in the $5,000 to $25 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $10 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION make each year?
In 2024, THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded about 730 grants, totaling nearly $46.3 million. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION fund recently?
In 2024, THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION awarded grants to about 1,370 grantees. Recent grantees include VERMONT LAND TRUST INC, LEAHY CENTER FOR LAKE CHAMPLAIN INC, and STOWE LAND TRUST. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION?
THE VERMONT COMMUNITY FOUNDATION does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.