Where People Find Hope and Discover Possibility

The Upper Valley Haven is a private nonprofit that provides support and assistance to community members struggling with poverty in Vermont and New Hampshire. We meet people where they are, address immediate needs through food and shelter, and offer longer-term solutions that foster independence and housing stability. Everyone deserves to have their basic needs met and a community is stronger when we offer a hand up to our most vulnerable neighbors.
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608 North Main Street Shelter
608 N. Main Street Shelter and Resource Center Capital Campaign

The Haven is excited to announce the start of a $7 million campaign to secure the funds needed to construct a 20-bed emergency shelter and a community resource center focused on helping people to secure housing and lead self-directed lives. […]

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Shady Lawn Motel
Latest Changes to Vermont’s Motel Voucher Program

During COVID, the State of Vermont used federal funds to provide shelter to anyone who needed it as a public health measure, reducing the risk of exposure, illness, and death. At its peak over 2,000 households were enrolled. While there […]

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Autumn Greetings from Michael

Dear Friends, Weโ€™re wrapping up Hunger Action Month at the Haven but hunger and food insecurity are a year-round problem. Just this week, I heard a story on public radio that reported that forty-five percentย of children in New Hampshireย live in […]

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Nothing would be possible without the support of our community and for that we are eternally grateful. At The Haven over 70% of our operating budget comes from private companies and individual donations. Using your gift carefully is how we honor our donors. We couldnโ€™t do our important work without you, thank you!
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๐Ÿงฅโ„๏ธ ๐ŸฅพCold weather is here, and so is the Haven`s annual winter outerwear clothing drive! During October, we are collecting new & gently used coats/parkas, snowpants, WARM hats and gloves (especially waterproof), and winter boots to help keep adults and children warm and dry during the months ahead. #WinterClothingDrive #HelpingOthers โ„๏ธ๐Ÿงค Questions? Call 802-295-6500! Thank you! ...

On Thursday, 10/24 at 6 pm, at the Woodstock Town Hall and part of @pentanglearts/, filmmaker Bess O`Brien explores the incredible resiliency of Vermonters struggling with food and housing insecurity in her new documentary, "Just Getting By."

Discussion to follow with Bess and Haven ED Michael Redmond.

Details here: https://pentanglearts.org/event/just-getting-by-screening-and-qa/
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The Haven`s Annual Turkey Day will be Saturday, November 23rd from 9 am to 12 noon! ALL are welcome at this drive-thru event. Households will receive a forzen turkey, fresh veggie sides, stuffing mix, cranberry jelly, pie filling and more.

Our friends at the @goodneighborhealthclinics/ will offer flu vaccinations.

Questions? Call the Haven at 802-295-6500. #gobbletilyouwobble #givethanks
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๐ŸŒŸA tremendous shoutout to Lebanon Elks Lodge 2099 for their incredible generosity! This is the 4th consecutive year of giving to the Haven! ๐Ÿ™Œ Their support will go a long way in helping those in need in our community. Thank you, Elks, for all that you do in our community to make a difference! ๐Ÿ’ž #CommunitySupport #UpperValleyStrong #ThankYouLebanonElks ๐ŸŒŸ๐ŸฆŒ ...

Our friendsOur friends at @goodneighborhealthclinics/ will host a free vaccination clinic on Saturday from 9 am to 3 pm.

Learn more about the event here: https://goodneighborhealthclinic.org/good-neighbor-health-clinics-1st-vaccine-drive-through/
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๐ŸŒŸโœจ More beautiful donated quilts for our A Way Home individuals! โœจ๐ŸŒŸ These stunning pieces of art not only provide warmth during the cold nights but also bring comfort and joy to those in need. Thank you to all our generous donors for making a difference in the lives of others. #communitylove #giveback #changemakers ๐Ÿงก๐Ÿ’™๐Ÿ’œ ...

FREE WALK-IN HEALTH SERVICES ALERT! Tuesday 10/15 in Lebanon from 11 am to 2 pm. The clinic offers a wide range of services available to all. From vaccinations, to supplies, to food, we`ve got you covered. Operating in conjunction with the Haven, @Dartmouth Health, @Good Neighbor Health Clinic, @LISTEN, and the City of Lebanon. #HealthCareForAll ...

Today we honor and celebrate the rich histories, cultures, and contributions of native indigenous Americans. We use this day to listen, learn, and uplift their voices. #IndigenousPeoplesDay ๐ŸŒ๐ŸŒฟโœจ ...