Community Resources & Services

Beyond warm emergency beds, Vermonters can access free meals, winter gear, medical care, and transportation assistance.

Vermont 2-1-1

Shelter & Community Services

Dial 2-1-1 for 24/7 live shelter assistance, food, and social services, or text VTHELP to 898-211.

Call Vermont 211 →
Crisis Support

988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline

Free, confidential 24/7 support for anyone in suicidal crisis or emotional distress. Call or text 988 to connect with a trained counselor.

Call or Text 988 →
Official Grant Packages

SFY 2027 Grant Applications & Guidance

Download official application packages and guidance documents for Vermont's SFY 2027 winter shelter programs.

ECWSP

Extreme Cold Weather Shelter Program Application

SFY 2027 Application Form v2 (PDF)

Download ECWSP Application (PDF) ↓
MSGP

Municipal Support Grant Program Application

SFY 2027 Application Form v2 (PDF)

Download MSGP Application (PDF) ↓
ECWSP Template

ECWSP Budget Template

Official Excel budget planning worksheet for ECWSP applications (v1).

Download Template (.xlsx) ↓
MSGP Template

MSGP Budget Template

Official Excel budget planning worksheet for MSGP applications (v1).

Download Template (.xlsx) ↓
Presentation & Video

2026-27 Information Session Presentation & Recording

Presentation slides and full video recording from the SFY 2027 Information Session for shelter operators and municipal leaders.

Download Slides (PDF) ↓ Watch Video Recording →