Public Statements
Message from the President (7/12/24)
In what seems like a cruel flashback to last year, our area is once again experiencing devastating flooding. Our hearts go out to everyone dealing with this catastrophic event and we’re truly thankful for the emergency personnel and volunteers working so hard to protect lives and property in our communities, however they can.
Please know your friends at Passumpsic Bank are available and committed to assisting local, state and federal organizations to restore the communities affected by this flooding. Whether through volunteering, outreach and/or program support, we are here to help our neighbors in their time of need.
Any of our branch offices not affected by the flooding remain open, while others have evacuated for safety. Every member of our team who is able is reaching out to local businesses, municipalities and organizations to offer our assistance with rebuilding our communities where needed. We have faced a great deal of adversity over the past 4+ years, and as we always do, we will get through this latest challenge. Together, we shine.
The list below offers resources for anyone seeking assistance or wanting to help with relief efforts:
(additional resources and links will be added as information becomes available.)
Vermont Emergency Management has created a site for volunteers to register to help
https://www.vermont.gov/volunteer
Vermont Disaster Recovery Fund
https://www.vdrf.org/
American Red Cross of Northern New England
https://www.redcross.org/local/me-nh-vt.html
Northeast Kingdom Community Action (NEKCA)
https://nekcavt.org/
Capstone Community Action
https://capstonevt.org/
Road Closures and Information
https://newengland511.org/
NVDA Recovery & Assistance
https://nvda.net/recovery_
SBA Disaster Recovery Guide
https://www.vtsbdc.org/
Report All Damage to 211
https://vermont211.org
Reporting damage is essential, no matter how big or small. Reporting is a key piece of the state's tracking of flood impact. It helps with FEMA registration and federal funding. It also allows us to connect those in need with volunteers and organizations working to help clean up and rebuild. Reporting online is best - https://vermont211.org, Or dial 211 (or) 802/ 652-4636
Jim Kisch
President, Passumpsic Bank