In Your Community
In communities across the state, Vermonters are working together to reduce tobacco use.
With grants to local groups, and through direct community services, the Health Department's Tobacco Control Program and District Offices bring statewide tobacco control efforts to the local level.
Community Tobacco Coalitions
Vermont's 17 Community Coalitions coordinate events, conduct outreach and media campaigns, refer community members to quit resources, support local policy changes, and more. Coalitions also provide support to schools, hospitals, health care providers, non-profit organizations, businesses, local media, and law enforcement, in their efforts to promote the reduction of tobacco use.
Coalition activities across the state include:
- Helping a community to make town parks smoke-free
- Organizing cessation classes at local businesses to encourage employees to quit tobacco
- Collaborating with youth groups like OVX and VKAT to host media literacy education activities
- Working with retailers to reduce/remove tobacco advertising and displays
- Partnering with mental health providers to support tobacco cessation among their clients
- Helping local businesses set smoking policies, like making building entrances smoke-free
The Health Department's Tobacco Control Program provides community coalitions with training and technical assistance to support its emphasis on the use of research-based prevention programs and strategies.
If your community would like more information about the state's coalition work and support, contact Sharon Mallory at sharon.mallory@ahs.state.vt.us or call toll-free 1-866-331-5622.
Community Coalition Grantees - Fiscal Year 2011
Through a competitive process each fiscal year, the Department of Health issues community grants for local tobacco control efforts.
Community Health Services
Community health services are provided by the Health Department through the 12 District Offices located around the state. Use our online map to find the location and services of the district office in your area.
Contact Us
If you would like more information, or are interested in joining or starting a coalition, please contact the Tobacco Control Program.