Revitalizing Valley Quests
Since November 2023, some Vital Communities staff and community members have been at work on the Valley Quest Equitable Redesign…
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Want to Make a Difference in the Upper Valley?
Having greater impact in your community can start by learning what makes it tick. LUV Class at JAM in 2022.…
Enterprise column: Considering ‘active transportation’
This article was originally published in the Valley News, April 15, 2024 By Rebecca Bailey, Vital Communities A “time-space machine”…
Climate Farmer Exhibition Opens at Billings
Farmers, artists, friends, and family joined us Friday, April 6, for an opening reception to kick off the “Portraits of…
A Festive Kick-Off to Week of the Young Child
“Whereas, early childhood educators have been frontline heroes, especially during the pandemic, underscoring the importance of their work in providing…
Updates on the sudden changes to the Community Discussion Lists
April 3, 2024 — Most list digests did not go out this morning because of a mistake we made in…
See Original “Climate Farmer” Artwork April through June
Want to see the beautiful, original artwork created for Vital Communities’ Climate Farmer Stories project? Last summer, you might have…
Shop at Black-Owned Businesses
There are many ways to support Black communities during Black History Month. One way is to shop at Black-owned businesses.…
Furthering Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in the Upper Valley
“Businesses can do a LOT to support people of color in the area,” said Julius Turner, a member of the…
Municipal Leaders Learn About Microtransit
“Uber with a van”: Could microtransit help more Upper Valley residents get around? Transportation is one of the challenges many…
Donate to a Community Food Access Project
After a brief hiatus, we are very excited to announce the launch of our next The Local Crowd Upper Valley…
Farm to School Projects Funded at Six Area Schools and Child Care Centers
Vital Communities’ Upper Valley Farm To School Network has funded six projects at area schools and early childhood education centers…