YWCA is on a mission and YWCA Vermont is making it our own!
To empower women and eliminate racism, we must meet our community where they are most vulnerable and provide the compassion and services that place them on a path to self-sufficiency and prosperity.
Our vision is that all people can achieve their full potential in a world without discrimination.This requires a focus on the future, anticipating the needs of our clients, and creating innovative solutions to the problems they most often face – poverty, unsafe living conditions, lack of reliable and affordable childcare, and under- or unemployment.
We are evolving our services to meet the changing needs of our community today and in the future.
As an organization that has served Vermont for over 100 years, we remain rooted in rich history, but our approach to serving our clients is holistic, strategic and innovative.
Programs at Camp Hochelaga ↘
YWCA Vermont Camp Hochelaga offers programming for kids starting at 6 years old. Our 30 acre property on South Hero is utilized to be a wonderful resource for teaching empowerment and leadership.
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Camp Hochelaga
Camp Hochelaga is an inclusive girls+ summer camp for kids aged 6 - 16.
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Leaders on the Lake
Leaders on the Lake fuses camp fun, social justice, and environmental ed. for one night each spring.
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Leaders on the Rise
Leaders on the Rise shows young leaders their potential impact on their community each fall.
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Field Trips
Our field trips meet core curriculum standards and are available for schools and child care groups.
Advocacy Programing ↘
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Until Justice Just Is
Every April YWCA VT is part of YWCA USA's campaign to eliminate racism Until Justice, Just Is.
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Week Without Violence
Week Without Violence is a global movement to end gender based violence.
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No Bunk Empty
YWCA Vermont’s new initiative with the Vermont Department for Children and Families to get kids in foster care to summer camp!