Building A Positive Community

05/04/2026

Youth Votes needed for youth-led projects

In partnership with VT Afterschool, the Brattleboro Area Youth Council is providing funding to youth-led projects in our community (with a focused on our unhoused neighbors).

Voting is live and ends on 5/13!

To Vote- Use QR Code or use this link:
https://engage.vermontafterschool.org/survey/start/8b6243c3-68cb-431d-aa41-e696b6b016b7

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Funding proposals:

Bake-Off Competition for 69A ElliotA
Community event where NEYT mentors host a British Baking Show–style competition while collecting and donating food (soup, bread, non-perishables) to 69A Elliot. Combines fun with direct food support for those in need.

PeaceJam Kid Bikes & Repairs
Focuses on collecting, fixing, and giving away kids’ bikes for free. Expands access to transportation, outdoor activity, and bike learning for children, especially those who might not otherwise have the opportunity.

Dance Performance- New England Youth Dance Project
A youth-led dance show featuring original choreography by local teens. Builds performance and collaboration skills while raising awareness and support for Groundworks and/or Winston Prouty Family Shelter.

Brattleboro Neighborhood News
A quarterly, student-led newspaper sharing stories of both housed and unhoused community members. Provides youth journalism experience while highlighting local voices and community issues.

04/29/2026

Join our community partners this Saturday to participate in Green Up Day AND, if you find syringes, call the number below between 8-12:00. Please do not place in the garbage!

04/27/2026

Safe Syringe Disposal Services for Green Up Day – May 2 (8:00 AM–12:00 PM)

Green Up Day is back, bringing communities across Vermont together to clean up roadsides and public spaces.

🚨 Important Safety Update 🚨
This year, the Community Substance Use Response (CSUR) and the AIDS Project is offering free syringe disposal pick-up services on Green Up Day in Windham County.

If you encounter a used syringe:
❌ Do NOT handle it with bare hands
❌ Do NOT place it in trash or recycling
📞 Call the AIDS Project at **(802) 490-6667** for safe, confidential disposal

This service is also available year-round in Windham County through the AIDS Project.

📩 Questions about disposal? Contact CSUR at CSUR802vt@gmail.com or call (802) 254-4444

Learn more about Green Up Day: https://greenupvermont.org/ Or contact: rbaruzzi@unitedwaywindham.org

04/21/2026

💊 Clear Out Your Medicine Cabinet - Save Lives 💙

This Saturday, April 25, is National Prescription Drug Take Back Day - a simple way to protect your family, friends, and community.

Unused or expired medications can be dangerous if they fall into the wrong hands. Help prevent misuse and keep our environment safe by safely disposing of them.

📍 Drop-off is free, safe, and anonymous
🕙 Drop-off at your local pharmacy or one of the Drop Box Locations
🚫 No questions asked

Small action. Big impact.

04/14/2026

The Brattleboro Area Youth Council is accepting applications from young people (ages 11-21) to apply for youth-led project funding (deadline extended to 4/28) or to join the Youth Council. Link is in comments.

Check out this video with members Mariam and Naveen!

In this week's Vermontitude video webcast, host Peter "Fish" Case chats with guests Naveen and Mariam of the Brattleboro Area Youth Council. How do the youth...

04/02/2026

We are hiring for a Communications Coordinator and Admin Assistant (30 hours a week plus benefits)!

03/17/2026

CALLING ALL BRATTLEBORO AREA YOUTH!

The Brattleboro Area Youth Council and Vermont Afterschool has an exciting opportunity for youth. Its Youth Action & Connection Initiative is giving out funding for youth-led projects in Brattleboro. Turn your ideas into real impact.

DEADLINE IS APRIL 15TH
Projects run May–July (3 months)

You can create:
- Community events or workshops
- Projects connecting with unhoused neighbors
- Skill-building experiences

This is your chance to:
- Lead something meaningful
- Build connections
- Make our community stronger

APPLY HERE- https://tinyurl.com/YouthCouncilGrant

03/16/2026

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