Upper Valley Community Impact Report
Upper Valley: Connected by Community
The Upper Valley stretches along the Connecticut River, where Vermont and New Hampshire come together as one connected region shaped by shared communities, vibrant downtowns, and a strong spirit of collaboration. From the covered bridges and hill farms of Woodstock and Thetford to the arts, innovation, and commerce of White River Junction and Springfield, the region blends rural character with cultural and economic vitality.
Anchored by small businesses, working lands, educational institutions, and a tradition of civic engagement, the Upper Valley is a place where neighbors work together to solve challenges and strengthen their communities. While the region faces housing shortages, food insecurity, and growing economic disparities, its defining strength is the willingness of people to step forward, collaborate across state lines, and turn good ideas into meaningful action.