The Northeast Kingdom Young Professionals Network (NEK YPN) has been awarded a $3,000 grant from the Vermont Community Foundation’s Northeast Kingdom Fund, the organization announced.
The money will be used to expand the group’s outreach efforts and to promote a new Welcome Wagon Program aimed at connecting newcomers and long-time residents. The program is designed to build social capital across the region.
“We are really excited to launch a new chapter of the Welcome Wagon Project here in the NEK,” said Maire Folan, a member of NEK YPN. “It will complement our efforts to connect residents and newcomers and build social capital in our communities.”
NEK YPN is a social and professional network for young professionals in Caledonia, Essex, and Orleans counties. The group defines “young” broadly and encourages anyone who values collaboration to participate.
The Northeast Kingdom Fund is a permanent philanthropic resource supporting communities in the three counties.
Originally reported by Newport Dispatch.
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