Get Involved
Membership Drive and Community Campaign
Join the thousands of members and donors who support Champlain Housing Trust annually through our Membership Drive and Community Campaign. The key to our success is active membership participation and broad community support. Community Campaign donations, along with public funds and foundation grants, support our annual activities. We also welcome donations from those who wish to support our work without becoming members.
Champlain Housing Trust helps hundreds of families and individuals find affordable housing in northwest Vermont. There is much work to be done with the support of our organizational partners, donors, and members. To find out more about upcoming events or ways to get involved, see our calendar.
Donate
The need for affordable housing in northwest Vermont has never been greater. Hard-working families struggle for the stability that only an affordable home can provide. Your tax-deductible donation to Champlain Housing Trust will help us meet the pressing needs. Donate Now.
Legacy Campaign
The Legacy Campaign is building an endowment fund to ensure that affordable housing will be supported for many years to come. Supporters have several options for making gifts. For more information, contact Chris Donnelly at 802-864-2644.
Partners
Successful partnerships rest at the core of Champlain Housing Trust’s innovative approach to developing housing in northwest Vermont. Many local, state, and federal government and nonprofit partners have committed their resources and expertise to expanding affordable housing opportunities.
Volunteer
Volunteering at Champlain Housing Trust is a great way to get involved in your community while supporting affordable housing. Champlain Housing Trust relies on volunteer help at all levels; whatever your talents or skills, we would love to have you join us. Please contact Julia Curry at 802.862-6244.
Employment
Loan Fund Manager // Outreach! Community Development! Expand & Develop Loan Programs!
Join Champlain Housing Trust as our Loan Fund Manager. Serve the affordable housing needs of a diverse group of people in Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle Counties. Develop and manage new and existing loan programs, raise loan capital, manage loan portfolios, develop and implement marketing and outreach strategies, oversee underwriting and rehab, process loan approval requests to decision-making bodies, write and manage grants; ensure licensing and regulatory compliance, and supervise staff.
The qualified candidate should be entrepreneurial, organized, and able to communicate complex information clearly. Excellent judgment, interpersonal skills and strong computer skills required. S/he must be able to work independently as well as part of a team while demonstrating initiative and a commitment to the CHT model of permanent affordability. BA/BS with prior experience in lending, financial management, or real estate finance required. Licensed lender with community development experience and familiarity with housing rehab preferred. Some evening and weekend hours required.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health, life and disability insurance, vacation, holiday, sick leave and 403(b) plan. Submit cover letter and resume by August 16th to Human Resources, Champlain Housing Trust, 88 King Street, Burlington, VT 05401 or email HR@champlainhousingtrust.org .
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE WORKPLACE.
property Manager, st. albans // Franklin & Grand Isle Counties
Champlain Housing Trust, serving the affordable housing needs of Chittenden, Franklin and Grand Isle Counties, seeks a full-time Property Manager for the operation of a portfolio of properties located in Franklin and Grand Isle Counties including tenant relations, rent collections, rent increases, lease enforcement and compliance with Federal, State and local programs. Must hold certification in LIHTC, RD, possess experience in HOME program, as well as residential and/or commercial property management and have knowledge of Section 8 NC/SR 811. Must be able to work independently, enjoy a team environment, communicate effectively, and exercise sound judgment with attention to detail. Significant travel for on-site visits required. Commitment to perpetually affordable housing is required.
Competitive salary commensurate with experience. Benefits include health insurance, vacations, holiday, sick leave, disability and life insurance, and 403(b) retirement plan. Cover letter and resume by August 11, 2010 to Human Resources, Champlain Housing Trust, 88 King Street, VT 05401 or email HR@champlainhousingtrust.org .
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER - COMMITTED TO A DIVERSE WORKPLACE.
