Community Enrichment and Empowerment

COMMUNITY CONNECTION, EDUCATION AND INCLUSIVITY

Community Enrichment and Empowerment

These agencies empower individuals of all ages by providing opportunities for personal growth, skill development, and meaningful engagement with their community. Through their diverse range of programs and activities, they foster a sense of belonging, promote inclusivity, and strengthen community connections, ultimately contributing to a thriving and resilient community.

ARC Rutland Area Inc – Vital Community Enrichment Program

Attendees posing at ARC's annual Duffy Family Farm Picnic

This program aims at fostering community engagement and empowerment through various initiatives and activities that promote inclusion, dignity, and equality for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities in Rutland County.

ARC Rutland Area Inc

Come Alive Outside – Passport Program

Happy women with different ages and ethnicities having fun walking in the woods, participating in the Come Alive Passport Program.

Come Alive Outside’s Passport Program encourages community members to spend more time outdoors by providing incentives and activities that promote outdoor recreation, exploration, and connection with nature, contributing to improved physical and mental well-being.

Come Alive Outside

Social Tinkering

Laughing red-haired woman with diverse friends enjoying a casual outdoor meeting, embodying the joy of companionship.

Social Tinkering is a unique social club in Rutland County that focuses on inclusiveness and human connection, providing a welcoming and supportive environment where individuals can come together to build genuine friendships, engage in meaningful conversations, and foster a sense of belonging within the community.

Social Tinkering

VT Farmers Food Center – Farmacy and Educational Food Services

VT Farmers Food Center offers Farmacy and Educational Food Services that not only provide access to fresh, locally-sourced food but also offer educational programs and resources aimed at promoting nutrition, sustainable agriculture, and food security within the community.

VT Farmers Food Center