For fuel assistance, new applicants apply online at https://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/fuel or to check your status, please visit your local Economic Services office found at https://dcf.vermont.gov/esd/contact/districts or call 1-800-479-6151

Local: 802-722-4575 | Toll Free: 800-464-9951

Continued Services Following Westminster Fire

February 18, 2025

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Southeastern Vermont Community Action Announces Continued Services Following Westminster Fire

On Thursday, February 12, SEVCA sustained substantial damage to its main office at 91 Buck Drive in Westminster due to a fire. Thankfully, no injuries occurred. SEVCA is deeply grateful to the Westminster Fire Department for their swift response, which prevented further damage to the building.

Note that our Westminster building is closed to the public at this time.

We are pleased to share that we remain fully operational and committed to serving the community. All services continue to be open through our outreach offices in Brattleboro, Springfield, Windsor, and White River Junction, plus our two Head Start locations in Chester and Springfield.

Clients with scheduled appointments should be in touch with SEVCA staff regarding any changes in location or scheduling.

Call us: 802.722.4575

Email us: hello@sevca.org

Our Contact Us page offers a town by town directory: https://sevca.org/contact 

After Hours Crisis Fuel Assistance: 1-866-331-7741

After Hours Furnace Repair/Replacement: 1-877-295-7998

Thanks to all those who have reached out to check on us and share your love and appreciation for our work in the community! We are currently working through the initial stages of the insurance process and as more updates become available we will send them out. Updates will be available through our website and social media on Facebook and Instagram.

For more information, please reach out Jon Megas-Russell, Development and Communications Director at jmegasrussell@sevca.org or 802-721-0017