Important Update: Due to the federal government shutdown, there are ongoing changes and uncertainty around 3SquaresVT (SNAP) funding and eligibility. Learn more by visiting our blog.

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From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 11/6/25

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!

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3SquaresVT Updates and Accessing Food During the Government Shutdown

We live in uncertainty as the federal government shutdown continues. The real worry is for the 63,000 low-income Vermonters who rely on 3SquaresVT for food. Recent changes to eligibility and ongoing questions about funding have made it harder to know what’s true. ?In moments like this, clear information and community support make all the difference.

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From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 10/30/25

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!

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Head Start Day of Action: Looking Back and Moving Forward

On October 29, the Champlain Valley Head Start joined programs across the nation for a crucial Day of Action, uniting to send a clear message to Congress: End the shutdown and protect Head Start!? Right here in our community, the continued shutdown puts the services provided by CVOEO's Champlain Valley Head Start at risk.

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From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 10/21/25

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!

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Rising Housing Costs Lead to Rising Instability

Recent data from the National Low Income Housing Coalition highlights significant housing costs burdens on Vermonters. These statistics show how housing costs have a greater impact on low-income households, many of which are people in protected classes.

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Welcoming CVOEO's Fall 2025 HAP Interns

Welcome to CVOEO’s Fall 2025 Housing Advocacy Programs Interns, Riley Machanic and Meryl Hartmann.

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CVOEO is Still Here - Hope and Action Cannot Be Shut Down

CVOEO is still here - bridging gaps, building futures, and standing with our community - hope and action cannot be shut down. Even during a government shutdown, our mission at CVOEO continues.

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From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 9/23/25

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!

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From the Desk of Paul Dragon, 9/25/25

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!