Deep community impact

As an educational and social justice organization, Mercy Connections empowers people to make significant life changes. It is a place to learn, grow, heal, and build community. Everyone—participants, volunteers, donors, and sponsors, alike—is a critical piece of our symbiotic mix. When all the pieces come together, we can all be the best we can be. 

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37 businesses launched and expanded

This year, 37 new businesses were launched and expanded in Vermont.

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1,661 meals and essentials provided

Healthy and fresh food are offered to participants, along with other essentials, each week.

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14,280 hours of service

136 volunteers dedicated more 14,280 volunteer hours in the past year.

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116 programs delivered

We continued to meet community needs with a variety of programs. This reflects a 135% growth in the number of programs delivered since 2022.

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100% gained connection

Every one of our program participants reported increased feelings of hope, connection or belonging.

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98% made progress

Participants made progress toward their academic and life goals.

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2024 Gratitude & Impact Report

At Mercy Connections, we bring people together to nurture connections and build networks which offer participants, volunteers, and other partners a rewarding opportunity for personal growth. The whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

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Fall 2024 Programs

Programs are FREE for all adults. Register today!

Classes kick off in September and run through December.

Head to each program section of our website for further information, or download the program guide by clicking below. We hope to see you!

See Program Guide

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Our Stories

Read stories from our participants that describe the impact of Mercy Connections.

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U.S. Citizenship Participant

Jidapa

Jidapa has been a student at Mercy Connections since 2022, enrolled in the U.S. Citizenship Preparation Tutoring program. After a year and a half of studying, she took and passed the U.S. Citizenship Test in 2024.

Tricia Bisson
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Becoming a Leader

Tricia

"I cannot wait to start helping others like they have helped me. Mercy Connections has been such a positive support system in my life and to my sobriety."

Marie Teme
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Opening doors for entrepreneurs

Marie

"Mercy Connections, to me, was an open door to the Burlington and Vermont community. I want to be an inspiration to those who face difficulties in life. No matter what YOU are going through, you can use your story to inspire others."

Linda Yekeh
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New U.S. citizen & graduate

Linda

"Mercy Connections has given a lot of refugees and immigrants the opportunity to pursue their dreams in life."