Vermont CARES

12/23/2025

Holiday Closure Information

12/20/2025

Come join us for Winter is a Drag Ball 2026!

Saturday, Feb 21, 2026 at Higher Ground
Doors at 8:00 pm | Show at 8:30 pm

Tickets now available: https://wl.eventim.us/event/winter-is-a-drag-ball/675019?afflky=HigherGround

12/05/2025

VOLUNTEER with Vermont CARES! From supporting our syringe service program to drop-in support at our Burlington office, and more; there are several ways to support our mission!

We host a monthly Volunteer Night on the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at our Burlington office and our next event will be on Tuesday, December 9th. We will be assembling harm reduction supply kits. While no prior experience is required to attend, we ask all volunteers to be respectful of our participants and mission.

If you have not volunteered with us before, please submit a Volunteer Form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZr3NT_Up6-KlFUZerpzS442A56s_zhSfCv87a0OQn05Obeg/viewform?fbclid=IwY2xjawOf3wtleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETFJbUt5SmN2aWtWZG9HZWhNc3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHjhxDDeKPXTXVAf5JOFty0pk_iKOsWNIhQF8-_mOyeA5nSxSuf6tYJn4X3qt_aem_0TaFQyJJj87OX5cUfIOOTw) or reach out directly to our Volunteer Coordinators at vtcaresvolunteers@gmail.com

Can’t make it this month? Don’t worry, we have these events every month and have other opportunities to volunteer! These opportunities are a great way to get to know your local harm reduction organization better and learn about the work we do. Your support will go a long way to ensuring our neighbors have the tools they need to stay safe and healthy. Thank you for your support!

12/02/2025

This week marks the 30th Anniversary of the AIDS Memorial Quilt.
Deep gratitude to the events' organizers

Please take the time to check out and attend the events happening this week. We are still very much in this work together.
🩷❤️🧡💛💚🩵💙💜

Saint Michael's College World AIDS Day

12/02/2025

This Giving Tuesday, we invite you to support Vermont CARES as we celebrate 40 years of community care. Your generosity has a direct impact on those affected by HIV and ensures access to vital resources and support for community members throughout our state.

Together, we can navigate increasing funding challenges and continue providing essential services. Join us in making a difference today.

Donate at: https://www.mygiving.net/campaign/Giving-Care-Tuesday-2025 or simply text GivingCARE to (202) 999-3805!

This Giving Tuesday, we ask you to consider the impact of your generosity. Your support is not just a donation; it is an investment in the health and well-being of our community. Let’s work together to ensure that everyone has access to the care they need. Thank you for your continued support!

11/27/2025

Come by for free HIV testing throughout the state next week.
Check out locations and drop-in hours below.💓

11/10/2025

VOLUNTEER with Vermont CARES! From supporting our syringe service program to drop-in support at our Burlington office, and more; our volunteer opportunities are expanding!

We typically host a monthly Volunteer Night on the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at our Burlington office; however our next event will be on the THIRD Tuesday, November 18th. We will be assembling harm reduction supply kits. While no prior experience is required to attend, we ask all volunteers to be respectful of our participants and mission.

If you have not volunteered with us before, please submit a Volunteer Form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZr3NT_Up6-KlFUZerpzS442A56s_zhSfCv87a0OQn05Obeg/viewform) or reach out directly to our Volunteer Coordinators at vtcaresvolunteers@gmail.com

Can’t make it this month? Don’t worry, we have these events every month and have other opportunities to volunteer! These opportunities are a great way to get to know your local harm reduction organization better and learn about the work we do. Your support will go a long way to ensuring our neighbors have the tools they need to stay safe and healthy. Thank you for your support!

10/07/2025

Interested in volunteering with Vermont CARES? From supporting our syringe service program to drop-in support at our Burlington office, and more; our volunteer opportunities are expanding!

We host a monthly Volunteer Night on the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at our Burlington office; our next event will be on Tuesday, September 9th where we will be assembling harm reduction supply kits. While no prior experience is required to attend, we ask all volunteers to be respectful of our participants and mission.

If you have not volunteered with us before, please submit a Volunteer Form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZr3NT_Up6-KlFUZerpzS442A56s_zhSfCv87a0OQn05Obeg/viewform) or reach out directly to our Volunteer Coordinators at vtcaresvolunteers@gmail.com

Can’t make it this month? Don’t worry, we have these events every month and have other opportunities to volunteer! These opportunities are a great way to get to know your local harm reduction organization better and learn about the work we do. Your support will go a long way to ensuring our neighbors have the tools they need to stay safe and healthy. Thank you for your support!

09/02/2025

Interested in volunteering with Vermont CARES? From supporting our syringe service program to drop-in support at our Burlington office, and more; our volunteer opportunities are expanding!

We host a monthly Volunteer Night on the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at our Burlington office; our next event will be on Tuesday, September 9th where we will be assembling harm reduction supply kits. While no prior experience is required to attend, we ask all volunteers to be respectful of our participants and mission.

If you have not volunteered with us before, please submit a Volunteer Form (https://docs.google.com/.../1FAIpQLSeZr3NT_Up6.../viewform) or reach out directly to our Volunteer Coordinators at vtcaresvolunteers@gmail.com

Can’t make it this month? Don’t worry, we have these events every month and have other opportunities to volunteer! These opportunities are a great way to get to know your local harm reduction organization better and learn about the work we do. Your support will go a long way to ensuring our neighbors have the tools they need to stay safe and healthy. Thank you for your support!

07/30/2025

We trained 25 community members on how to respond to an overdose at our Barre training. It was a wonderful and engaged group!

Did you miss it? Join us on August 18th in Montpelier!

Thank you to Vermont CARES Barre City Fire Department and Barre Social Club!

07/14/2025

📣 TWO UPCOMING TRAININGS! Join Vermont CARES and the Central Vermont Prevention Coalition to learn about the basics of harm reduction, the current drug supply, an introduction to opioids and naloxone, and how to identify and respond to an overdose.

Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/share/16d1GQHRyh/ No registration necessary. We look forward to seeing you!

07/01/2025

Interested in volunteering with Vermont CARES? From supporting our syringe service program to drop-in support at our Burlington office, and more; our volunteer opportunities are expanding!

We host a monthly Volunteer Night on the second Tuesday of each month from 5:30 - 8:00 pm at our Burlington office; our next event will be on Tuesday, July 8th where we will be assembling harm reduction supply kits. While no prior experience is required to attend, we ask all volunteers to be respectful of our participants and mission.

If you have not volunteered with us before, please submit a Volunteer Form (https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZr3NT_Up6-KlFUZerpzS442A56s_zhSfCv87a0OQn05Obeg/viewform) or reach out directly to our Volunteer Coordinators at vtcaresvolunteers@gmail.com

Can’t make it this month? Don’t worry, we have these events every month and have other opportunities to volunteer! These opportunities are a great way to get to know your local harm reduction organization better and learn about the work we do. Your support will go a long way to ensuring our neighbors have the tools they need to stay safe and healthy. Thank you for your support!