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Thank You For Donating
This Holiday Season!

Every contribution helps someone take their first step toward recovery.  

Want to Write A Check

Please make checks payable to:
First Step Recovery​

MAIL TO:

25 Raymond Road, Unit C

Colchester, VT 05446

Your financial gift directly supports individuals, families, and communities affected by addiction. There are also many ways to give—through volunteering, in-kind donations, sponsorship, or even sharing our mission on social media. Every contribution makes a difference.

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Explore the opportunities below to be part of changing lives and helping us continue—and grow—the important work happening at First Step Recovery.

Thank You!

Frequency

One time

Monthly

Yearly

Amount

$50

$100

$200

$1,000

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Please note if you want to direct your donation toward:
Sponsoring a resident, The Nature Program, The Community Center, or a General Donation.

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More Than

Money

More Ways to Give

Your financial gift directly supports individuals, families, and communities affected by addiction. There are many ways to give—through volunteering, in-kind donations, sponsorship, or even sharing our mission on social media. Every contribution makes a difference.

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Explore the opportunities below to be part of changing lives and helping us continue—and grow—the important work happening at First Step Recovery. Together, we can build healthier, stronger communities for everyone.

Item Donations

    • Healthy Food

    • Clothing

    • Linens

  • Currently taking donations to help us expand residential aftercare. We are in the process of purchasing property (likely a rehab project). In the future, we will also accept donations for supplies, furnishings, and construction needs.

    • Kayaks

    • Canoes

    • Boats (we have one, but need more)

    • Fishing Supplies

    • Bait

    • Hot Dog Supplies (McKenzie and Applegate)

    • Gas

    • Computers

    • Printers

    • Office Supplies

    • Plants

    • Coffee and Tea

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Gift Certificates

    • Market 32

    • Hannaford

    • Target

    • Walmart

    • Amazon

    • Home Depot

    • Lowe’s

    • Ace Hardware

    • Bed Bath & Beyond

    • Wayfair

    • Dick’s Sporting Goods

    • Runnings

    • Outdoor Gear Exchange

    • North Face

    • Bass Pro Shops

    • Costco

    • Sam’s Club

    • McKenzie Meats

    • Applegate Farms

    • Local Gas Stations

    • Staples

    • Best Buy

    • Office Depot

    • Michaels (for supplies/decor)

    • Starbucks (coffee/tea for guests)

Volunteer Positions

    • Peer Mentors (residents who’ve completed the program are welcome to return and share guidance)

    • Future Renovation Helpers (when property is secured)

    • Organizers/Set-up Volunteers

    • Moving/Transportation Helpers

    • Outdoor Guides

    • Assistant Leaders

    • Drivers (to and from program sites)

    • Outdoor Experts (hiking, fishing, canoeing, kayaking)

    • Event Helpers (fundraisers, pop-ups, community events)

    • Job Skills Coaches (resume help, interview practice)

    • Donation & Supply Coordinators

    • Program Support (assist with classes, groups, or workshops)

    • Greeters/Hosts (welcome guests, make coffee/tea)

    • Administrative Helpers (office tasks, outreach, phone calls)

    • Social Media & Promotion Volunteers

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