Funded by the towns of Waitsfield, Warren and Fayston, MRVRD received 17 grant applications seeking a total of $79,377 in funding for 2025. With careful consideration and to spread support among as many worthy organizations as possible, MRVRD will spend $55,298 on grants in 2025, up from $49,023 in 2024.

MRVRD will officially welcome Moretown as a voting member in Jan. 2025. As we prepare for that we are seeking one volunteer Board member who lives in Moretown to join the MRVRD Board. This person would serve as a liaison to the Moretown Recreation Committee. If you are interested contact laura@mrvrd.org.

Mad River Valley recreation and conservation non-profits and volunteer led efforts in these focus areas should apply by November 1, 2025 if they are seeking grant funds from MRVRD. It is a reimbursement program and grants typically range from $500 - $5,000. Only online grants will be accepted, see the link below. Read more about our grant program here.

Learn how to save a life! Uncontrolled bleeding in an emergency scenario, is the most common cause of preventable trauma death in the US. No matter how rapid the arrival of emergency responders, bystanders will always be the first on the scene. We want to ensure our community is knowledgeable in the use of compression or a tourniquet in trying to stop uncontrolled bleeding. Training is free, about one hour and includes a presentation, the opportunity for discussion and a hands-on skills station. To sign up email laura@mrvrd.org with the subject: Stop the Bleed.