Support when you need it most. Explore our utility assistance programs designed to help maintain essential services.
With your support, we can provide hope, resources and opportunities, empowering all to escape poverty and reach their full potential.
We're a private non-profit corporation designated to serve Windham and Windsor Counties by addressing community needs and supporting individuals and families.
Our goal is to empower and partner with individuals and communities to alleviate the hardships of poverty, provide opportunities for thriving and eliminate the root causes of poverty in southeastern Vermont.
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SEVCA is closely monitoring federal budget proposals that threaten heating assistance programs like LIHEAP, supporting local efforts such as the Windham County Heat Fund, and staying committed to ensuring Windham and Windsor county residents have the resources they need to stay safe and warm this winter.
Homestead Declaration, Property Tax Credit Claim, and Renter Credit Claim are due October 15, 2025.
Join us as we celebrate six decades of impact, resilience, and community at SEVCA’s 60th Anniversary Party!
The challenges of Vermonters are diverse, complex, and ever-evolving. SEVCA has responded with a multifaceted approach that adapts to changing needs and conditions. Our wide range of programs and initiatives address various needs of qualifying Vermonters, including:
Head Start is a federally funded, collaborative preschool program that provides services to all children (ages 3-5), including children with disabilities and non-English speaking families, and families in Windsor County. Check out our 2023-2024 Head Start Annual Report.
Please note children must be 3 by September 1st.
Our Financial Empowerment team helps individuals increase their income, manage their money, and build financial futures rooted in stability and self-direction.
Our approach is personal, practical, and proactive. Whether someone is accessing tax returns, launching a small business, or learning to stretch a limited budget, we meet them where they are—with tools, knowledge, and unwavering support.
At SEVCA, we're excited to share some truly remarkable journeys with you. These stories are about real people who found themselves in tough spots, struggling with their electric bills or heating needs. But they also highlight the incredible power of community and collaboration.
Read on for inspiring accounts of collaboration, determination and compassion and witness the real impact of our efforts.
"THANK YOU for everything you have done- you really went above and beyond." - Fuel Assistance Client
"...I am so grateful for the work you do and how you handle it, leaving me with my dignity..." - Emergency Heating Assistance Client
"I can't believe everything is finally working, and I'm no longer living like I'm camping!" - Emergency Home Repair Client
Collaboration is at the heart of our mission. We are proud to work closely with our dedicated community partners. Together, we strive to create a strong network of support, ensuring that those in need find the assistance and care they deserve.
