Vermont Conservation Voters

Community Canvass Tour: Burlington
2026-11-01 10:00 - 17:00 (America/New_York)
On November 1st, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Burlington! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Burlington to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: Brattleboro
2026-11-01 10:00 - 17:00
On November 1st, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Brattleboro! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Brattleboro to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: Rutland
2026-10-25 10:00 - 17:00
On October 25th, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Rutland! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Rutland to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: St. Johnsbury
2026-10-24 10:00 - 17:00
On October 24th, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to St. Johnsbury! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across St. Johnsbury to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: Milton
2026-10-18 10:00 - 17:00
On October 18th, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Milton! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Milton to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: Manchester
2026-10-17 10:00 - 17:00
On October 17th, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Manchester! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Manchester to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: Hartford
2026-10-11 10:00 - 17:00
On October 11th, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Hartford! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Hartford to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: St. Albans
2026-10-10 10:00 - 17:00
On October 10th, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to St. Albans! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across St. Albans to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: Randolph
2026-10-04 10:00 - 17:00
On October 4th, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Randolph! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Randolph to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: Colchester
2026-10-03 10:00 - 17:00
On October 3rd, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Colchester! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Colchester to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: Vergennes
2026-09-27 10:00 - 17:00
On September 27th, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Vergennes! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Vergennes to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Community Canvass Tour: Barre
2026-09-26 10:00 - 17:00
On September 26th, VPIRG and VCV’s 2026 Vermont Community Canvass Tour is coming to Barre! By participating in a Community Canvass day, you’ll have the opportunity to build your confidence as a community canvasser, connect with other volunteers, and make a real impact during the 2026 election. We’ll start the day with a canvassing training, and then spend the rest of our time (2-4 hours) knocking on doors across Barre to get out the vote in support of folks running for election who will stand up for what Vermont needs when it comes to our democracy, the climate, and the economy! The day will end with a debrief and next steps to take with your new skill set! RSVP for further information, and we will personally reach out to you 7-10 days before the Canvass Day! Logistical details such as location will not be published publicly, though this effort is open to the general public. If you have questions, please email them to Josh Ferguson at jferguson@vpirg.org
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Candidate Forum: Democratic Primary for Windsor Senate
2026-06-29 18:00 - 20:00 | Hartford Town Hall, 171 Bridge St, White River Junction
2026 Windsor Senate (Democratic Primary) Candidate Forum
Monday, June 29th, 2026
6:00pm-8-00pm
📍Hartford Town Hall
171 Bridge Street, White River Junction, VT

The 2026 election campaigns have begun, and it’s time to meet the candidates!
One of the most exciting general assembly races this year will be in Windsor County, with six candidates already filed to run in the Democratic primary.
Come hear from candidates Benjamin Brickner, Elizabeth Burrows, Heather Chase, Chris Dube, Joe Major, and Becca White on Monday, June 29th from 6:00pm to 8:00pm at the Hartford Town Hall in White River Junction to hear their visions for the Senate role and where they stand on the issues. There will be questions from the sponsoring organizations and time for questions from the audience.
This event is sponsored or organized by Lets Grow Kids Action Network, Planned Parenthood of Vermont Action Fund, Rights and Democracy, ACLU-VT, Vermont Conservation Voters, VPIRG, Vermont Chapter of Sierra Club, and Vermont-NEA.

Candidate Forum: Democratic Primary for Chittenden-Central Senate
2026-06-25 18:00 - 19:30 | O’Brien Community Center, 32 Malletts Bay Ave, Winooski, VT
2026 Chittenden-C Senate (Democratic Primary) Candidate Forum
Thursday, June 25th, 2026
6:00pm-7:30pm
📍O’Brien Community Center
32 Malletts Bay Ave, Winooski, VT 05404

The 2026 election campaigns have begun, and it’s time to meet the candidates!
One of the most exciting general assembly races this year will be in the Chittenden-Central district with four candidates filed to run in the Democratic primary for three seats.
Come hear from candidates Nikhil Goyal, Martine Gulick, Elaine Haney, and Tanya Vyhovsky on Thursday, June 25th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the O’Brien Community Center in Winooski to hear their visions for the Senate role and where they stand on the issues. There will be questions from the sponsoring organizations and time for questions from the audience.
This event is sponsored or organized by Let’s Grow Kids Action Network, Planned Parenthood of Vermont Action Fund, Rights and Democracy, ACLU-VT, Vermont Conservation Voters, VPIRG, Vermont Chapter of Sierra Club, and Vermont-NEA.

Candidate Forum: Democratic Primary for Governor
2026-06-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Vergennes Opera House, 120 Main St, Vergennes, VT
2026 Governor (Democratic Primary) Candidate Forum
Wednesday, June 17th, 2026
6:00pm-7:30pm
📍Vergennes Opera House
120 Main St, Vergennes, VT

The 2026 election campaigns have begun, and it’s time to meet the candidates!
One of the most exciting races this year will be the Governor’s race, with two candidates already filed to run in the Democratic primary.
Come hear from candidates Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards on Wednesday, June 17th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the Vergennes Opera House in Vergennes to hear their visions for the Governor role and where they stand on the issues. There will be questions from the sponsoring organizations and time for questions from the audience.
This event is sponsored or organized by Lets Grow Kids Action Network, Planned Parenthood of Vermont Action Fund, Rights and Democracy, ACLU-VT, Vermont Conservation Voters, VPIRG, Vermont Chapter of Sierra Club, and Vermont-NEA.

Candidate Forum: Democratic Primary for Governor
2026-06-15 17:30 - 19:00 | Rutland Free Library, 10 Court Street, Rutland, VT
2026 Governor (Democratic Primary) Candidate Forum
Monday, June 15th, 2026
5:30pm-7:00pm
📍Rutland Free Library
10 Court St, Rutland, VT

The 2026 election campaigns have begun, and it’s time to meet the candidates!
One of the most exciting races this year will be the Governor’s race, with two candidates already filed to run in the Democratic primary.
Come hear from candidates Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards on Monday, June 15th from 5:30pm to 7:00pm at the Rutland Free Library to hear their visions for the Governor role and where they stand on the issues. There will be questions from the sponsoring organizations and time for questions from the audience.
This event is organized by Rutland Indivisible and uplifted with support from Lets Grow Kids Action Network, Planned Parenthood of Vermont Action Fund, Rights and Democracy, ACLU-VT, Vermont Conservation Voters, VPIRG, Vermont Chapter of Sierra Club, and Vermont-NEA.

2026 Legislative Wrap Up Webinar
2026-06-10 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom
Join VNRC, VCV and partners of the Environmental Common Agenda on Wednesday, June 10th at 12pm on zoom to get a post legislative session debrief on how the environmental community’s policy priorities for 2026 fared.
This webinar will provide a legislative wrap up on the Vermont Environmental Community’s policy priorities for 2026. Hear from experts on priority bills related to healthy democracy policy, smart growth housing and conservation solutions, better transportation options, toxic-free communities, and affordable clean energy.
Register here to join us on Wednesday, June 10th at noon – and please spread the word!

https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/KjBFTjUwSkiB7f-MLB7HDw

Candidate Forum: Democratic Primary for Lieutenant Governor
2026-06-02 18:00 - 19:30 | Next Stage Arts, 15 Kimball Hill, Putney, VT, 05346
2026 Lieutenant Governor (Democratic Primary) Candidate Forum
Tuesday, June 2, 2026
6:00pm-7:30pm
📍Next Stage Arts
15 Kimball Hill, Putney, VT 05346

The 2026 election campaigns have begun, and it’s time to meet the candidates!
One of the most exciting races this year will be the Lieutenant Governor’s race, with three candidates already filed to run in the Democratic primary.
Come hear from candidates Esther Charlestin, Molly Gray, and Ryan McLaren on Tuesday, June 2nd from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at Next Stage Arts in Putney to hear their visions for the Lt Governor role and where they stand on the issues. There will be questions from the sponsoring organizations and time for questions from the audience.
This event is sponsored or organized by Lets Grow Kids Action Network, Planned Parenthood of Vermont Action Fund, ACLU-VT, Vermont Conservation Voters, Sierra Club – Vermont Chapter, VPIRG, and Vermont-NEA.

Member Appreciation Party at the Alchemist
2026-05-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Alchemist
Join us for an evening of fun, food, music and drinks to celebrate our members and partners who do so much throughout the year, from advocating for our shared priorities to organizing in communities throughout the state in order to protect Vermont’s environment and communities for generations to come.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026
5:30 – 7:30 PM
The Alchemist Brewery
100 Cottage Club Rd, Stowe

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Enjoy food from Warren’s Kitchen, music by the Balconiers, a chance to connect with other VNRC & VCV supporters, lawn games, and more.
Guests will receive a ticket for complimentary food & beverages, be entered into a raffle drawing, and have the opportunity to attend a behind-the-scenes tour of Alchemist’s state-of-the-art brewery.
We hope you can join us!

Candidate Forum: Democratic Primary for Governor
2026-05-26 18:00 - 19:30 | Colchester Meeting House, 830 Main St, Colchester, Vt, 05446
2026 Governor (Democratic Primary) Candidate Forum
Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
6:00pm-7:30pm
📍Colchester Meeting House
830 Main St, Colchester, VT 05446

The 2026 election campaigns have begun, and it’s time to meet the candidates!
One of the most exciting races this year will be the Governor’s race, with two candidates already filed to run in the Democratic primary.
Come hear from candidates Amanda Janoo and Aly Richards on Tuesday, May 26th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the Meeting House in Colchester to hear their visions for the Governor role and where they stand on the issues. There will be questions from the sponsoring organizations and time for questions from the audience.
This event will be livestreamed thanks to Town Meeting TV at the following link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-mzczkLZbCs
This event is sponsored or organized by Lets Grow Kids Action Network, Planned Parenthood of Vermont Action Fund, Rights and Democracy, ACLU-VT, Vermont Conservation Voters, VPIRG, Vermont Chapter of Sierra Club, and Vermont-NEA.

The Plastic Detox: Film Screening and Panel Discussion
2026-04-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Savoy Theatre, 26 Main St, Montpelier, VT, 05602, United States
***SEATING IS LIMITED***
Join VPIRG, VNRC and VCV for a free screening of the eye-opening new Netflix documentary, The Plastic Detox, which reframes the global plastic problem — a core driver of fossil fuel demand — as an urgent public health issue. Plastic isn’t just a pollution issue. It’s personal. Microplastics and toxic chemicals are in our brains, our blood, and our unborn children – with health risks linked to rising rates of chronic illnesses like cancer. This chemical exposure is harming millions of people’s fertility and stealing their right to a family. Our bodies are no place for plastic.
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The film will be followed by a panel discussion featuring Rachael Z Miller (Founder, The Rozalia Project), Senator Anne Watson (Chair of Vermont’s Senate Committee on Natural Resources and Energy), Representative Amy Sheldon (Chair of Vermont’s House Committee on Environment), and Jason Kirchick (Registered Nurse).

Candidate Forum: Democratic Primary for Lieutenant Governor
2026-04-13 18:00 - 19:30 | Vermont Farmers Food Center, 251 West Street, Rutland, United States
2026 Lieutenant Governor (Democratic Primary) Candidate Forum
Monday, April 13th, 2026
6:00pm-7:30pm
📍Vermont Farmers Food Center
251 West Street, Rutland, VT 05701

The 2026 election campaigns have begun, and it’s time to meet the candidates!
One of the most exciting races this year will be the Lieutenant Governor’s race, with three candidates already filed to run in the Democratic primary.
Come hear from candidates Esther Charlestin, Molly Gray, and Ryan McLaren on Monday, April 13th from 6:00pm to 7:30pm at the Vermont Farmers Food Center in Rutland to hear their visions for the Lt Governor role and where they stand on the issues. There will be questions from the sponsoring organizations and time for questions from the audience.
This event is sponsored or organized by Lets Grow Kids Action Fund, Planned Parenthood of Vermont Action Fund, ACLU-VT, Vermont Conservation Voters, VPIRG, and Vermont-NEA.

Mid-Session Legislative Update on Climate, the Environment and Democracy
2026-03-25 12:00 - 13:00 | online
Join VNRC and fellow environmental allies on Wednesday, March 25th at noon for a webinar overviewing what’s happening on clean energy, climate, environmental and democracy issues at the halfway point of the 2026 Vermont legislative session. This webinar will provide a status report on the Vermont Environmental Community’s policy priorities for 2026 – where things stand halfway through the session, what might be moving this session (or not) and how you can advocate for these important policy priorities to become law this year. Hear from experts on priority bills related to healthy democracy policy, smart growth housing and conservation solutions, better transportation options, toxic-free communities, and affordable clean energy. Join us on March 25 at noon – and please spread the word! With ongoing efforts at the federal level to undermine environmental protections, climate action and the cornerstones of a healthy democracy, state level action is essential
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2026 Common Agenda Webinar
2026-01-15 12:00 - 13:15 | Zoom
Vermont is facing unprecedented times. Federal funding and bedrock environmental laws that help ensure a healthy environment and resilient communities are at risk. These threats could have significant impacts on our state budget and our ability to fund core programs that protect our environment and invest in our communities. There is so much that our state leaders can do to improve the lives of all Vermonters.
In this year’s Environmental Common Agenda, we highlight a range of solutions to continue working toward a healthy democracy, smart growth housing and conservation solutions, better transportation options, toxic-free communities, and affordable clean energy.
Register to hear from the Vermont environmental community on these important issues and how you can engage with them in 2026.
The 2026 Environmental Common Agenda is in Partnership with:
(* indicates new partner in 2026)
Audubon Vermont
Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC)
Conservation Law Foundation (CLF)
Hunger Free Vermont*
Lake Champlain Committee (LCC)
Local Motion*
Preservation Trust of Vermont (PTV)
Renewable Energy Vermont (REV)
Rights & Democracy (RAD)
Trust for Public Land (TPL)
Third Act Vermont
Vermont Council of Trout Unlimited
350VT
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR)
Vermont Center for Ecostudies*
The Vermont Climate & Health Alliance
Vermont Chapter of the Sierra Club
Vermont Community Thermal Networks
Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV)
Vermont Interfaith Power & Light (VTIPL)
Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC)
Vermont Public Interest Research Group (VPIRG)
Youth Lobby*

2026 Common Agenda Reception
2026-01-14 16:30 - 18:30 | Capitol Plaza, 100 State St, Montpelier, VT, 05601, United States
You are invited to the unveiling of the 2026 Environmental Common Agenda on Wednesday, January 14th, starting at 4:30pm. We will be in the Montpelier Room at Capitol Plaza on 100 State Street in Montpelier. Refreshments will be provided and a cash bar will be available.
This agenda, developed in collaboration with a range of partner organizations, outlines our shared priorities for this legislative session. This event offers an invaluable opportunity to engage with climate experts, mingle with fellow legislators, and address your questions about this year’s environmental priorities.
The 2026 Environmental Common Agenda is in Partnership with:
(* indicates new partner in 2026)
Audubon Vermont
Connecticut River Conservancy (CRC)
Conservation Law Foundation (CLF)
Hunger Free Vermont*
Lake Champlain Committee (LCC)
Local Motion*
Preservation Trust of Vermont (PTV)
Renewable Energy Vermont (REV)
Rights & Democracy (RAD)
Trust for Public Land (TPL)
Third Act Vermont
Vermont Council of Trout Unlimited
350VT
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR)
Vermont Center for Ecostudies*
The Vermont Climate & Health Alliance
Vermont Chapter of the Sierra Club
Vermont Community Thermal Networks
Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV)
Vermont Interfaith Power & Light (VTIPL)
Vermont Natural Resources Council (VNRC)
Vermont Public Interest Research Group (VPIRG)
Youth Lobby*

LEAD-VT Online Candidate Training
2025-12-06 10:00 - 16:00 | online
Have you ever considered running for office or helping someone else in your community step up to run? Are you wondering what it takes to get on the ballot? And what it takes to win?

If so, this is a great training opportunity to introduce potential candidates to the ins and outs of successful campaigns! Leadership Education and Development (LEAD)-Vermont is pleased to be offering an electoral candidate training for Vermonters interested in running for elected office or interested in supporting local candidates. This training series is being co-hosted by Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV), Rights & Democracy (RAD), Vermont Public Research Group (VPIRG), Vermont-NEA, ACLU of Vermont, Let’s Grow Kids (LGK) Action Network, Vermont Interfaith Action, and Planned Parenthood Vermont Action Fund.

This training is free for participants and is offered virtually on December 6th from 10am to 4pm.
Participants will discuss and workshop:

Building a campaign team, framework, and messaging
How to find and engage with voters
The role of media, marketing, and publicity
Fundraising goal-setting and tactics
Seeking and receiving endorsements

A full agenda will be released to registrants prior to the start of the training.
Register today!

LEAD-VT Candidate Training: Middlebury
2025-11-08 10:00 - 16:00 | St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 3 Main St, Middlebury, VT, 05753, United States
Have you ever considered running for office or helping someone else in your community step up to run? Are you wondering what it takes to get on the ballot? And what it takes to win?

If so, this is a great training opportunity to introduce potential candidates to the ins and outs of successful campaigns! Leadership Education and Development (LEAD)-Vermont is pleased to be offering an electoral candidate training for Vermonters interested in running for elected office or interested in supporting local candidates. This training series is being co-hosted by Vermont Conservation Voters (VCV), Rights & Democracy (RAD), Vermont Public Research Group (VPIRG), Vermont-NEA, ACLU of Vermont, Let’s Grow Kids (LGK) Action Network, Vermont Interfaith Action, and Planned Parenthood Vermont Action Fund.

This training is free for participants and is offered in two locations across Vermont on a Saturday this fall:
October 25: Fairlee
November 8: Middlebury
Participants will discuss and workshop:

Building a campaign team, framework, and messaging
How to find and engage with voters
The role of media, marketing, and publicity
Fundraising goal-setting and tactics
Seeking and receiving endorsements

A full agenda will be released to registrants prior to the start of the training.
Register today!

LEAD-VT Candidate Training: Fairlee
2025-10-25 10:00 - 16:00 | Fairlee Town Hall, 75 Town Common Rd, Fairlee, 05045, United States

Panel: What the Federal Reconciliation Bill Means for Vermonters
2025-08-06 18:30 - 20:00 | Old Shelburne Town Hall, 5376 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT, United States
What’s really in Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill”, and what will it mean for you and your family? How will it affect healthcare costs, food security, and Vermont’s clean energy economy?
There’s a lot of confusion—and concern—about what’s included in this sweeping new federal budget. It’s massive, packed with rollbacks, and difficult to understand how it will affect us locally. That’s why we’re hosting a panel to break down the impacts of this sweeping reconciliation package. The event will be held at the Old Shelburne Town Hall (5376 Shelburne Rd, Shelburne, VT 05482) on Wednesday, August 6th from 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM.
This event will inform Vermonters about the most significant rollbacks in the bill and how they could impact our communities–from healthcare and food security to clean energy and climate action. Panelists from VPIRG, Planned Parenthood, and HungerFreeVT will outline the local consequences of recent federal decisions, chart the path forward for protecting Vermonters from its worst impacts, and let you know what YOU can do to make a difference.
The evening will include:

An overview of the bill’s key provisions
A deep dive into specific issue areas (food security, healthcare, energy & climate)
Opportunities for an audience Q&A

If you’re overwhelmed, uncertain, or just want to make a little more sense of the moment we’re in right now, join us to get informed, ask questions, and connect with others who care about our state’s future.
RSVP: https://secure.everyaction.com/Cg3hHCuZukG2b4ic1bxvdA2

2025 Environmental Lifetime Achievement Award Reception
2025-04-28 17:30 - 19:30 | Chandler Center for the Arts, 71 N Main St, Randolph, VT, 05060, United States
On Monday, April 28th, we will be honoring former legislators Mark MacDonald and Dick McCormack with our 2025 Environmental Lifetime Achievement Award.
Mark and Dick have a combined 70 years of serving Vermont in the legislature and unwavering commitments to passing and protecting important environmental and climate policies for the state. We hope you will join us in honoring them and their years of service to Vermont.
