Senator Patrick Leahy and Marcelle Leahy joined Howard Center staff and community partners in Shelburne on September 20 to celebrate the construction of a new home for 16 Vermonters who… Read more »
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Howard Center Receives 2023 Governor’s Excellence in Worksite Wellness – GOLD Level Award
Burlington, VT— Howard Center is pleased to announce that it has been awarded the 2023 Governor’s Excellence in Worksite Wellness – GOLD Level Award by the Vermont Department of Health… Read more »
Howard Center CEO Bob Bick Announces Retirement

Burlington, VT— After decades of service to Vermonters, Howard Center’s CEO Bob Bick announces that he will retire in June 2024. A state and national leader, visionary, innovator, and licensed… Read more »
Two Decades of Howard Center Outreach Services

Howard Center Outreach Services meeting people where they are at for over two decades Commentary by Kelly Deforge With the state’s expanded motel program for people experiencing homelessness on temporary… Read more »
$10,000 Donated to Howard Center from South Burlington Rotary Club’s Curling Challenge Fundraiser
South Burlington, VT— Howard Center and the South Burlington Rotary Club are delighted to announce the success of their joint effort, the 11th Annual Curling Challenge fundraiser, held in March… Read more »
Registration Now Open for Howard Center’s 13th Annual Zoe’s Race

Burlington, VT— Howard Center’s Zoe’s Race is set for Sunday morning, August 27 at Oakledge Park in Burlington. The annual event raises funds to make homes accessible for families served… Read more »
Howard Center Staff Recognized for Their Years of Service
Burlington, VT – Howard Center recently honored its employees for their service. Each year, the organization marks anniversaries for employees reaching five or more years of service. This year, 130… Read more »
Howard Center’s ACT 1 Program Resumes 24/7 Screening
Burlington, VT—Howard Center is pleased to announce that ACT 1 will resume 24/7 public intoxication screening services on July 1 – earlier than anticipated – after reducing programming in March… Read more »
Howard Center Schools and Programs Host Celebrations
Burlington, VT— Five Howard Center programs are marking the end of the academic year with celebrations and graduation ceremonies. The Jean Garvin, Fay Honey Knopp and Baird Schools, along with… Read more »
Howard Center Announces Programming Changes due to Funding Challenges
Burlington, VT— The end of pandemic-era funding coupled with workforce challenges and increasing demand for services has Howard Center adjusting its budget for the coming year. “The pandemic challenged us… Read more »