News Flash: We Have A New Volunteer Coordinator!

November 8, 2024 0 Comments

Our new Volunteer Coordinator, Yolanda Bansah, began her work with CVRAN as a high school student at U32, volunteering with one of the CVRAN families and organizing a multi-high school gathering on refugees and asylum seekers. She is now a student at Fordham University, but still impassioned about immigration issues. With her excellent computer skills, volunteer help will …

CVRAN Has Been In The News Recently

November 7, 2024 0 Comments

We were excited to see CVRAN mentioned in a recent editorial in the Times Argus newspaper. State Treasurer Michael Pieciak shared his thoughts about the good things that happen when immigrants join our communities. You can read his piece here. The Quilting Hour on WGDR Community Radio recently interviewed Rachel Cogbill, CVRAN’s President. You can …

We Are Looking For An Executive Director!

November 4, 2024 0 Comments

CVRAN is seeking a dynamic and compassionate Executive Director to lead our nonprofit organization in welcoming and supporting refugees, immigrants, asylum seekers, and migrant workers in Central Vermont. The ED will oversee operations, collaborate on fundraising efforts, and work with the Board to ensure CVRAN’s mission is fulfilled. This full-time role offers flexible hours and …

Updated: Support Our Fall Fundraiser!

November 2, 2024 0 Comments

(This version includes the working link to the fundraising letter. Sorry for the technical glitch!) Dear CVRAN Community:    Help us expand and grow! CVRAN needs an executive director. Join in with a donation to help us hire an executive director and at the same time keep us financially strong. Here we are, launching our very …

Support Our Fall Fundraiser!

November 2, 2024 0 Comments

Dear CVRAN Community:    Help us expand and grow! CVRAN needs an executive director. Join in with a donation to help us hire an executive director and at the same time keep us financially strong. Here we are, launching our very first annual fundraiser!  Our goal is to raise $100,000 among all of us who care about …

We Are Seeking A Volunteer Coordinator!

High Fives!
October 4, 2024 0 Comments

This is a great job you can do from home and would only take 2-4 hours per week. It’s a good way to meet people, learn more about the CVRAN community, and be at the center of volunteer activity. You would: Line up volunteers to provide transportation for medical appointments, grocery stores, camps, or preschool, …

CVRAN And Downstreet Partner Again For New Americans

A CVRAN volunteer sits with her neighbors. Image: Wendy Dale.
September 26, 2024 0 Comments

At our general meeting last week, we learned that CVRAN and Downstreet Housing are partnering again to fix up a multi-unit house in Montpelier. This four unit building would include space for families and individuals. The new housing should be available for refugees and asylum seekers in Spring 2025. On their fundraising page, Downstreet had …

Report On The Visit Of The Mexican Consulate To Montpelier

Family getting assistance.
September 14, 2024 0 Comments

We recently received an update from the Mexican Consulate about their visit to Montpelier earlier this summer. As you can read below, they had a very full day! CVRAN co- sponsored this event and several CVRAN members volunteered throughout the day. Update Provided by Consulate Staff Member Philipe I allow myself to report the incidents …

Volunteer Spotlight On: Willow Mashkuri

Children drawing with chalk. Image: Willow Mashkuri
August 6, 2024 0 Comments

Volunteer: Willow Mashkuri Town: Middlesex When did you start volunteering with CVRAN? January 2024 What is the most recent volunteer role that you have filled? Childcare and general help for a family from South America What made you want to volunteer for CVRAN? CVRAN was mentioned to me by one of my teachers asking if I would …

Sad And Happy News

Two children hugging. Image: Irina Markova 2023.
August 3, 2024 0 Comments

Dear CVRAN Community, Sad and happy news: this month, we will be losing our wonderful half-time Coordinator of Services for Spanish Speakers, plus Volunteer Coordinator, Liza Earle-Centers.  CVRAN’s loss will be Central Vermont Adult Education’s gain.  We know her many skills will be an asset for them, but how we will miss her! Please read …