Leahy Institute for Rural Partnerships
We envision a future in which all Vermont communities have an opportunity to thrive, and we believe that strong UVM-Community partnerships can play a vital role in achieving that future.

Headlines from the Institute

Senator Welch Visits UVM to Advance Water Research and Climate Resilience

Strengthening Rural Technical Assistance: From Research to Action

Leahy Institute’s Statewide Summer Internship Cohort Heads to Brattleboro

UVM’s Leahy Institute Announces New Grant Program to Support Community-Engaged Learning Opportunities

UVM’s Leahy Institute Awards $2.5M to Vermont Organizations Targeting Childhood Asthma, Clean Water Microbots, Biotech Innovators

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Our Work Takes Several Forms

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Grants

Grants to fund partnership-driven solutions to address the needs of our rural communities
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Engagement Initiatives

Partnerships with UVM that provide direct and ongoing service to Vermont communities
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Convenings

Gathering people together to build connections and share knowledge
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Student Engagement for a Resilient Vermont (SERV)

The SERV grant provides up to $10,000 for faculty and community partners building applied learning opportunities that address rural challenges in Vermont.

Learn more Apply for a SERV grant

Student Engagement for a Resilient Vermont (SERV)

The SERV grant provides up to $10,000 for faculty and community partners building applied learning opportunities that address rural challenges in Vermont.

Learn more Apply for a SERV grant

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