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.
May 17, 2023
Tom’s Long Journey Toward Home Once you read Tom Brown’s story, you’ll truly admire his motto: “Never give up.” Tom was living the good life—a Navy veteran, working a job he loved in the dining hall at Norwich University, family […]
May 17, 2023
Goodwill and Giving at All Ages When Devin Wilkie was growing up in Cornish, NH he and his two brothers always had what they needed, but not much more. Devin described growing up “relatively poor.” His family got by, had […]
April 27, 2023
[Press Release] Upper Valley Haven Welcomes Two New Board Members FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE April 2023 CONTACT: Spencer Sanders, (802) 478-1806 or ssanders@uppervalleyhaven.org UPPER VALLEY HAVEN ANNOUNCES TWO NEW BOARD MEMBERS THIS SPRING The Upper Valley Haven is excited to welcome […]
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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 couldn’t do our important work without you, thank you!
This Mental Health Awareness Month, let`s take a moment to remind ourselves and each other that it’s okay to have bad days, to reach out for help, and to focus on our mental health. 💚 Encourage the people around you to do the same - check in with them, listen to their stories, and let them know that they are not alone. It can be easy to forget how powerful the impact of mental health can be on us, so let`s work together to create a supportive community of understanding and empathy. #MentalHealthAwarenessMonth #MentalHealthMatters #ReachOutForHelp #EndMentalHealthStigma 💚
The afterschool team helped the kids prepare for Mother`s Day this year by making handmade frames and cards, decorating "stained glass" vases, and picking out beautiful tulips around our campus. Their handmade gifts brought many smiles to their mothers` faces. 🥰
Happy Mother`s Day to all the incredible moms out there! 💐 Celebrate the amazing moms in your life with love and appreciation - show them how much they are loved and valued! ❤️ #MothersDay
Let`s join forces to STAMP OUT HUNGER this Saturday! The Haven and @Coopfoodstores have partnered on a food drive to support National Stamp Out Hunger Day. Show your support and help fight hunger by donating a bag of non-perishable food items or personal hygiene products. We will be at the Hanover Co-op this Saturday from 9 am - 1 pm with information on Haven services and how to get involved with our work. Your donation can make a real difference in someone`s life. So, let`s make a difference and STAMP OUT HUNGER! See you there! #StampOutHunger
https://uppervalleyhaven.org/about/current-events/
The “How-Tos About ADUs” TOMORROW!
Learn how to build an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) on your property! Curious about how ADUs can help address our region’s housing crisis? Come learn from builders, planners, housing innovators, and more about ADUs and how to make them happen! Come to the 2023 Home Creators Expo — a partnership between the Town of Hartford, Two Rivers-Ottauquechee Regional Commission and Vital Communities — at the Hartford Area Career and Technical Center tomorrow, May 6, from 10 am-3 pm.
Haven Landlord Liaison, Deborah and Haven Director of Shelter & Clinical Services, Cherry will be there to talk about resources available to property owners in support of housing individuals we work with. Hope to see you there! #communitypartner #landlords #housing
Check out the schedule here: https://uppervalleyhaven.org/about/current-events/
Happy #NationalSmallBusinessWeek! 💰🙌 Celebrate our hard-working local small business owners and show them some love. They drive our economy, bring amazing products and services to our UV communities, and make our 19 Days initiative special during the giving season! 💰 We are so lucky to be a part of a community with such fantastic local business owners. Here`s to supporting small businesses and thriving together this week and all year long! ❤️ #SmallBusinessLove #ShopLocal #SmallBusinessStrong
We are proud to announce our newest Board Members! 🎉
Meet Evan Smith and Frances Cohen! Their combined expertise and valuable experience across various sectors are expected to bring fresh perspectives and insights that will contribute to the Haven`s mission. We are grateful for their enthusiasm to join our team and look forward to their valuable contributions! Please stop by our website to learn more about them: http://ow.ly/BMxB50O2sCM #BoardMembers #Growth #Experience
The Upper Valley Haven is seeking a Children`s Services Summer Program Intern! The Haven offers an 8-week summer program for children who are either current or former guests of the Byrne Family Shelter. This program is free of cost for families and provides kids with week-long activities a day trips. The summer intern would help with all aspects of facilitating a daily summer program for kids, including engaging with the kids and planning logistical details. We are seeking someone friendly with good communication skills, patience, and respect for diverse backgrounds. 😄
**A weekly stipend will be provided.
If this sounds like the summer job you have been looking for, look no further and apply here: http://ow.ly/ypOK50NUF6i
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