2026 Nonprofit Legislative Day

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Date/Time
Date(s) - March 25, 2026
8:30 am - 2:00 pm

Location
State House & 111 State Street

Fee: Free
Register at: https://give.unitedwaynwvt.org/e/2026-nonprofit-legislative-day


Join nonprofit leaders, advocates, and changemakers from across the state for Common Good Vermont’s 2026 Nonprofit Legislative Day—a day of connection, learning, and impactful conversations under the golden dome. This annual gathering is designed to strengthen Vermont’s nonprofit voice, build relationships with policymakers, and equip organizations with the tools they need to advance their missions through effective public policy engagement.

Participants will hear from guest speakers, connect with peers in small-group conversations, witness a resolution recognizing the sector on the House floor, and engage directly with legislators in a fun format designed to strengthen relationships and elevate nonprofit voices. The event creates space for networking, shared learning, and impactful advocacy, helping Vermont’s nonprofit sector build visibility and influence in shaping policies that support communities across the state.

Agenda: 

  • 8:30 AM – Arrive, Coffee & Pastries
  • 9:00 AM – Opening Session
    • Welcome & Orientation with Common Good Vermont
    • Recognition of Senator Alison Clarkson and Representative Michael Marcotte
    • State Leadership Remarks and Q&A: USDA Rural Development State Director Patrick Suprunowicz, Secretary of Administration Sarah Clark, Deputy Housing Commissioner Nate Formalarie, and Agency of Human Services Secretary Jenney Samuelson
    • Address by Treasurer Mike Pieciak
  • 10:30 AM – Affinity Groups: Connect with other nonprofits around the issues you care about!
  • ~11:15 AM – Group Photo
  • 11:30 AM – Lunch
  • 12:00 PM – Nonprofits & Legislators – Connection for Community Impact: Informal, subsector-based, group conversations with legislators (speed dating style). This is an opportunity to share about your work, discuss current legislation, and explore ideas.
  • 1:00 PM – Join the House session where a resolution recognizing nonprofits will be read.
  • 2:00 PM – Words from the Candidates – A VBSR Lt. Governor Forum, In partnership with Common Good Vermont

More event details will be added soon and a toolkit will be shared in advance to help you prepare. Please email [email protected] with any questions!

Sign up now and save the date on your calendar! This is a free event but we ask that you register in advance.

We will ask for your legislative districts when registering, find them here:

Registration is Closed

Please email [email protected] if you are still hoping to attend.