Grantees

A four day a week, five week summer program for children in grades 4-7. Led by a Mary Hogan School teacher, it includes adventure-based activities, organic gardening, nutrition and cooking education, arts and crafts, and at least 60 minutes of physical a

An afterschool expansion program for middle school students.

An afterschool program specifically for middle school students.

Address the needs of youth of Milton area and to create alternative opportunities for summer activities, while incorporating healthy coices and lifestyles into the families of the young people here in Milton.

The MINT's kids and family Makerzone, The Boiler, seeks to expand programming to take our high quality STEAM content on the road to reach even more families, especially those who might not be able to get to our location. We piloted our Boiler Bus programming last summer and it was a big hit. Now we're looking to expand that programming model into more summer programming locations (public libraries, rec camps, school summer programs) and provide more outreach programming during the school year during afterschool hours. We also hope to develop a full complement of teacher inservice training to help more classroom teachers across our region up their game around STEAM activities in the classroom.

Pilot monthly activity-based therapeutic afterschool programs for children and youth with a parent in prison. The program will focus on minimizing the trauma experienced by having a parent in prison.

Spectrum’s Multicultural Youth Program (MYP) supports multicultural youth and families in northern Vermont by nurturing connections to the community, and giving youth knowledge, life skills, leadership opportunities, and encouragement for success. Nearly all MYP youth (91%) identify as BIPOC, including 52% who are English Language Learners. In 2025, MYP will engage at least 300 multicultural youth at their schools and in the community to build positive peer relationships; engage in recreation and enrichment programs that are safe and healthy; and receive support and guidance from staff they can relate to who share their language, culture, and experiences as newcomers to Vermont. This funding from VCTF will allow this critical work to continue.

Mwangaza (means Light in Sawhili) Summer Program is designed for and by refugees and immigrants. This program's focus is female high school students who came as refugees from Africa. We want to create a safe and fun space for the students to talk and learn about important and sensitive subjects. Each week is a different topic on social emotional well-being, physical health, and personal growth. Experts will be invited to share with the group. For example, a licensed mental health provider for depression and anxiety, a primary care provider for adolescence health and hygiene. At the end of the program each participant will take home a back to school bag that has supplies to enhance their growth.