What We Do
Since 1980 the Upper Valley Haven has provided temporary shelter and educational programming for homeless families and adults as well as food to anyone in need.
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.
News & Stories
Explore our blog for insightful articles, stories about the people we serve, and ideas that inspire action on the topics you care about.
August 27, 2024
The Haven welcomes and introduces LβTonya Johnson, MSW Licensure Candidate, as our new Director of Shelter & Community Services. LβTonya joins us from Dartmouth Health Childrenβs where she served as Social Worker in the Intensive Care Nursery. LβTonya is a [...]
August 19, 2024
Calling all graphic designing, graffiti-ing, drawing, painting, cartooning, doodling, professional, amateur artists! Do you want to see your work driving around the Upper Valley on the Havenβs refrigerator van as it delivers food to our community food partners? Responding to [...]
August 5, 2024
The Haven is seeking feedback about the possibility of extending the newly renovated and renamed Community Food Market's hours on a weekday evening or for a few hours on Saturday. Food services is also looking for input about the food [...]
Donate Now
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 couldnβt do our important work without you, thank you!
Another round of motel evictions has started in #Vermont, leaving vulnerable residents scrambling for shelter. As of Sept. 9th, 1,386 households were sheltered with state vouchers. That number included 1,707 adults & 529 children whose housing staus is in peril as the weather begins to turn.
https://www.vermontpublic.org/local-news/2024-09-16/a-new-round-of-motel-evictions-began-sunday-leaving-residents-scrambling?mc_cid=8a89f363dc&mc_eid=4692c2f309
This story, by Report for America corps member Carly Berlin and Vermont Public reporter Lola Duffort, was produced through a partnership between #VTDigger & Vermont Public. #HelpVermont #CommunitySupport #MotelEvictions
ππΆ Feeling lucky? We`re giving you the chance to score two tickets to Noah Kahan`s SOLD OUT Vermont benefit #busyhead concert Thursday night! π Just imagine jamming out to "Hurt Somebody" and "Young Blood" live! Enter our raffle now for a shot at winning these hot tickets π₯ #NoahKahan #ConcertRaffle
https://uppervalleyhaven.org/noah-kahan-ticket-raffle/
Read the @vnewsuv story about the new apartment building going in next door to the Haven at 747 Hartford Avenue. The 18-unit residence will house those who have been chronically or are currently homeless. Residents will receive service coordination right across the parking lot at the Haven.
https://www.vnews.com/housing-Shortage-Persists-56818288
#housingfirst
Reminder: You have until Friday to submit your decal designs for the Haven`s refrigerated, food delivery van contest! Along with seeing your art all around the Upper Valley, the winner will receive $250. Please send designs to development@uppervalleyhaven.org. Read all of the info about the contest by following the contest link in our bio.
"Giving from Abundance" is a mentality that we try to espouse at the Haven, especially when it comes to our food services. It is the idea that here in the Upper Valley, we have enough resources for everyone, especially the most vulnerable people, like those battling cancer or substance use disorder or unhousedness. Thanks to our wonderful community partners, there is enough fresh produce and food to make sure none of our neighbors go hungry. #HungerActionMonth
In Vermont, 75,410 people face hunger - and of them 16,670 are children - that is 1 in 7. The impact of hunger goes beyond just a growling stomach. It affects a child`s ability to learn, grow, and thrive. Join the Haven during national #HungerActionMonth in the fight against hunger to make a difference for #UpperValley children and families in need. #endhunger #makeadifference #HAM ππ§π½π¨βπ©βπ§βπ¦
https://uppervalleyhaven.org/donate/ham/
All gifts will be FULLY MATCHED this month by an anonymous Haven donor! π«Άππ«Ά
πPlease join the Haven during national Hunger Action Month! Every online donation will be DOUBLED and counts in the fight against #hunger in the #UpperValley. Together, we can make a real impact! Click the donate link and help us reach our goal! π #HungerActionMonth https://uppervalleyhaven.org/donate/ham/
π Attention #UpperValley superheroes! September is Hunger Action Month and your opportunity to make a difference in the fight against #hunger in our community. PLEASE consider an online donation today - your gift will be DOUBLED! Your generosity brings hope to neighbors struggling to make ends meet . Help the Haven to make a powerful impact! #HungerActionMonth π