Recidivism is the tendency of a person convicted of a crime to reoffend. In Vermont, over 40 percent of people released from correctional facilities go back on new convictions or violations within three years.
Philanthropy can disrupt this destructive cycle and help set up people for success after incarceration. Our new Insight Hub brief shares three strategies that should be top-of-mind for charitable individuals.
Hear Matt discuss how he has benefited from living at the Burlington Dismas House after incarceration. Download the brief to learn more.
People over 60 are Vermont’s fastest growing demographic—a trend that brings both challenges and opportunities. Charitable giving can help older adults maintain independence, share their experience...
Read the brief "Living Long and Living Well: Support for Older Vermonters" »
Vermont has an impressive record on land conservation but there is more work to be done to address climate change, improve water quality, and protect the...
Read the brief "Vermont Land Conservation: Getting it right" »
Vermont can do much more to meet climate action goals, create walkable communities, and reduce reliance on gas-hogging trucks and cars. The good news is that...