Recent News
October 18th: VCLF is Hiring an Impact Investment Manager
VCLF is hiring an Impact Investment Manager to focus on impact investor and donor relations, investment and grant management, events, and support for the Board of Directors. This position is VCLF’s main point of contact with our diverse community of impact investors. Read More
October 15th: Ageing Tastefully - A 200 Year Old Family Farm Re-Introduces VT Champion Cheeses
"Vermont’s farms are going away because they can’t afford to stay in business," says Woodlawn Creamery's Kate Leach. "Farmers want to be a part of Vermont’s future, and VCLF is helping make that happen." Read More
October 9th: VCLF is Hiring a Digital Marketing & Communications Manager
The Digital Marketing & Communications Manager is the Loan Fund’s lead brand builder, responsible for managing the organization's digital identity and communications, including web site, social media accounts and online communications. Read More
Citizens Bank Foundation Awards $5000 to VCLF Microlending
As part of its ongoing commitment to Vermont communities, the Citizens Bank Foundation has announced it has awarded a $5,000 grant to the Vermont Community Loan Fund’s Microlending Technical Assistance Program.Read More
VCLF Awarded SBA Vermont Micro-Lender of the Year
The Vermont Community Loan Fund, a 501(c)3 nonprofit, mission-driven lender, was today awarded Vermont Micro-Lender of the Year by the Small Business Administration (SBA) Vermont District Office. Seth Goodall SBA Region 1 Administrator and Darcy Carter, SBA Vermont District Director presented the award to VCLF Executive Director Will Belongia at a gathering at Montpelier’s Capital Plaza Hotel.Read More
VCLF Lends $3.75 Million in 3rd Quarter 2013
The Vermont Community Loan Fund (VCLF) loaned $3,751,000 to Vermont’s small businesses, child care programs and affordable housing developers in the third quarter of 2013, helping create jobs, quality child care, and safe, affordable homes for Vermont’s families.Read More
VCLF Partner Cow Power is Focus of New Film
Vermont's dairy cows are headed for Hollywood. A new documentary film, focusing on the innovative 'Cow Power' program, premiered in Rutland to rave reviews and will open in Los Angeles later this month.Read More