MISSION
Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH) supports the work of local CoCs; connects them to a broader network of stakeholders; administers federal funds; and advocates for funding and policy changes so that people living in Vermont have a safe, stable, affordable home and if homelessness occurs it is a brief and rare occurrence during which everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
HISTORY
The Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness (VCEH) is comprised of a broad array of stakeholders in the homelessness and housing systems of care statewide. First formed in the early 1990s, VCEH’s mission has been to end homelessness in Vermont through sharing information, developing resources, providing a forum for decision-making and to promote decent, safe, fair, affordable shelter for all.
WHAT WE DO
VCEH is the planning and governing body for the HUD-recognized Balance of State Continuum of Care (CoC), which applies for and receives about $3.3 million annually in competitive HUD homelessness funding. As such, VCEH must fulfill an array of HUD-mandated responsibilities in a manner that is inclusive, transparent and timely. The Balance of State CoC covers all of Vermont except Chittenden County. VCEH has broad stakeholder representation and meets monthly. Coalition meetings are held every third Tuesday of the month, from 10AM-12PM at St. John’s Church in Randolph, VT. All interested parties are welcome and invited to join the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness in our work through general membership, committees and work-groups.
Vermont Balance of State Continua of Care Introduction Resources
Vermont’s Continua of Care System One-Pager
Vermont’s Continua of Care System, An In-Depth Guide
HUD Continuum of Care 101 Guide
Vermont Balance of State Strategic Plan – Created 2018
VCEH Strategic Plan – Approved May 2019
2019 Legislative Outcomes
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Capstone Community Action is the fiscal agent for the Vermont Coalition to End Homelessness. All donations are tax deductible. Click here to donate & be sure to designate your gift to the Coalition.