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Our Mission

Another Chance. A Fresh Start. Across the state, Dismas of Vermont homes provide shelter and support to men and women making the difficult transition from incarceration to new lives. Join us in our mission of reconciling prisoners to society and society to prisoners. Create a more just, safe, and productive Vermont.

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  • Dismas Residents Successfully Transitioned Back To Their Communities and Did Not Return To Jail (2021)
    Dismas Residents Successfully Transitioned Back To Their Communities and Did Not Return To Jail (2021)

    58

  • Of Dismas Residents Did Not Commit a New Crime (2021)
    Of Dismas Residents Did Not Commit a New Crime (2021)

    95%

  • Of Dismas Residents Were Successfully Employed In Our Communities (2021)
    Of Dismas Residents Were Successfully Employed In Our Communities (2021)

    84%

  • Total Volunteer Hours From Our Amazing Communities (2021)
    Total Volunteer Hours From Our Amazing Communities (2021)

    5,138

News & Notes

November 29, 2021

It's time to take part in the biggest giving day of the year! Celebrate GivingTuesday whether that be through giving your time, your gifts, talents or monetary contributions. Every gift, both big and small, helps make a difference. 

November 22, 2021

No matter what holidays you celebrate, that means plenty more good times to be had before we ring in 2022. It also means it’s time to check in with your 2021 goals! From giving to volunteering to kicking a habit you hoped to leave behind, check out these tips to check in with yourself and finish out 2021 strong! 

November 15, 2021

Remember to take care of yourself this holiday season and give back when you can. The spirit of the holiday is all about spending time with the ones you love and giving back where you can! Help spread holiday cheer this year for yourself and others by following these ten steps!

  • Dismas House can be described as a “family-like” community, with structured and supportive daily rhythms in our transitional homes. There is a spirit of openness and participation in consensus decision-making by all members of the Dismas community. Students, international volunteers, and former prisoners live together and share weekday dinners with staff and volunteer cooks from the broader community.
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  • Each house has their own unique set of events. Some even share events! Check out our event calendar to learn more.
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  • The five Dismas Houses in Vermont could not exist without volunteers. Founded and sustained by a dedicated and enthusiastic group of individuals committed to providing a positive alternative living situation for newly released prisoners, Dismas House has continued to benefit from the time and talents of hundreds of Vermont residents. See how you can make a difference.
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