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Anonymous $1M Donation Fuels Spectrum Youth and Family Services’ Mission in St. Albans

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St. Albans, VT – Spectrum Youth and Family Services is thrilled to announce an incredible $1 million anonymous donation to support all of Spectrum’s programs in Franklin County. This transformative gift underscores a resounding belief in the youth of Franklin County and their potential to thrive – including those facing homelessness and other challenges .

In addition to the anonymous $1M donation, the Hoehl Family Foundation will donate $125,000 per year for the next three years to support the St. Albans Drop-In Center and soon, a new youth shelter, which is also funded by the Vermont State Legislature.

This fall, Champlain Housing Trust purchased the building at 135 Lake Street in St. Albans where the new youth shelter will be housed, and renovations are currently underway. Spectrum is hiring and training staff so that the shelter can open as soon as renovations are complete in March.

These donations are a powerful affirmation of the commitment of donors to the youth of Franklin County. The $1M donation will be used to supplement community donations over the next several years or more— ensuring that Spectrum services for youth in Franklin County will be available for the long term. These services include:

  • The Drop-In Center, a welcoming space offering essential resources and support for young people in need.
  • The new youth shelter, a safe haven where young people can find stability and work toward self-sufficiency.
  • Youth Development Program, helping young adults aging out of state custody transition to independent living.
  • The Compass Program, which works to stabilize youth and families in crisis to help them get their lives on track.
  • Mentoring, connecting young people with caring, supportive adults who help them navigate life’s challenges.

“The community in St. Albans has been incredibly welcoming and supportive of all these programs, but it’s not just Franklin County residents who are donating. Both the $1M gift and the gift from the Hoehl Family Foundation are from donors outside of Franklin County who deeply believe in the work that Spectrum does,” said Mark Redmond, Executive Director of Spectrum Youth and Family Services. “They recognize the potential of Franklin County as a community where young people—no matter their circumstances—can thrive. This investment is a testament to the strength and resilience of the youth we serve.”

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Located in Burlington and St. Albans, Vermont, Spectrum Youth & Family Services helps teens and young adults ages 14-24 meet their basic needs, access mental health counseling and substance use disorder, and get help with employment, education, and living independently to thrive as young adults. Learn more at www.spectrumvt.org  

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