Giving Big at the Day of Caring ACT Youth Empowerment Committee Members teamed up with Teens 4 Change and United Ways of Bennington County on the Day of Caring during National Volunteer Week! Bravo! And THANK YOU!!!!
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Accio Hogwarts Fun!
The first ever Hogwarts Family Day event was produced by ACT's Youth Empowerment Committee as an intergenerational event for the community. Nearly 250 persons were transported into a clever, fun, free community event celebrating all things Harry Potter! Thank you…
Governor Recognizes May as Vermont Youth Appreciation Month
May is Vermont Youth Appreciation Month Four years ago, a group of Bennington area youth drafted a statewide resolution to establish a Vermont Youth Appreciation Day. This celebration was a call to action in response to YRBS data that reflected…
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Bennington County Grabs the Top Spot!
A total of 5800 pounds were collected through recent prescription drug take-back efforts in Vermont. Bennington County collected the 2nd highest total weight and averaged the highest weight per person of all Vermont counties. --- Top 5 in Total Weight…
Broadcasting Good News!
We are thrilled to announce the launch of a fantastic radio public service announcement sponsored by WEQX 102.7 FM radio which began on July 13th, 2015 and is now in rotation. Be sure to tune in and listen for the…
4 Lessons on Community Transformation We Can Learn From Nelson Mandela and the Struggle to End Apartheid
Nelson Mandela 1918-2013 Many in the world are mourning the loss of the inspirational leader, Nelson Mandela who passed away on Thursday, December 5, 2013. Nelson Mandela was a courageous activist whose voice, work and life served as passionate, inspirational…