As a Community Action Agency, CVOEO is Responding to the Crisis in Front of Us
CVOEO recognizes that a 100-bed shelter is a significant investment and a large response. But the scale reflects the reality of the crisis we are already facing.
News, Press, & Perspectives
Burlington looks to the state for help combating homelessness and drug use downtown
Burlington city councilors are requesting the governor take new steps to help the Queen City address homelessness and drug use downtown. The request from city officials comes in the form of a resolution, which Burlington city councilors approved on a voice vote Monday night with support from Mayor Emma Mulvaney-Stanak.
From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 8/21/26
At CVOEO, we believe in collaboration and transparency. That’s why every week Executive Director, Paul Dragon, shares a roundup of updates and initiatives to keep everyone, from our 300+ team members to the broader community we serve, informed and connected. Here’s what’s new this week!
Sheldon Food Center Public Art
A new public artwork is taking shape for Healthy Roots Collaborative's Sheldon Food Distribution Center in Northwest Vermont. Led by artist Corrine Yonce, the project is rooted in the region’s food systems, agricultural landscape, gathering places, local history, and community relationships. Through field research, community conversation, and design development, the artwork will reflect stories of food, labor, care, place, and connection across the community.
From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 8/13/26
At CVOEO, we believe in collaboration and transparency. That’s why every week Executive Director, Paul Dragon, shares a roundup of updates and initiatives to keep everyone, from our 300+ team members to the broader community we serve, informed and connected. Here’s what’s new this week!
From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 7/16/26
At CVOEO, we believe in collaboration and transparency. That’s why every week Executive Director, Paul Dragon, shares a roundup of updates and initiatives to keep everyone, from our 300+ team members to the broader community we serve, informed and connected. Here’s what’s new this week!
From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 8/6/26
At CVOEO, we believe in collaboration and transparency. That’s why every week Executive Director, Paul Dragon, shares a roundup of updates and initiatives to keep everyone, from our 300+ team members to the broader community we serve, informed and connected. Here’s what’s new this week!
From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 7/30/26
At CVOEO, we believe in collaboration and transparency. That’s why every week Executive Director, Paul Dragon, shares a roundup of updates and initiatives to keep everyone, from our 300+ team members to the broader community we serve, informed and connected. Here’s what’s new this week!
Older Vermonters can avoid financial fraud
Older Vermonters can reduce their risk of scams by slowing down, verifying suspicious messages and reporting fraud quickly. CVOEO offers free scam-prevention education and one-on-one financial coaching.
Press Release: Addison Head Start Expansion and Enrollment
CVOEO’s Champlain Valley Head Start Expands Addison County Preschool Program to Year-Round Schedule and Seeks Enrollment for 2026–2027 School Year