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Outdoor-economy nonprofit seeks $500,000 in FY26 for business and workforce programs
Summary
A statewide outdoor-economy organization told the Senate Economic Development committee it seeks $500,000 in fiscal 2026 — split evenly between business/climate technical assistance and workforce training — to expand entrepreneurship supports, market access and trail-builder and technician training.
On Feb. 19 the Senate Economic Development, Housing & General Affairs Committee heard a request for a $500,000 state investment in Vermont’s outdoor economy from a statewide outdoor-sector nonprofit. The presenter, identified in committee remarks as Kelly (no last name provided), described a two-part FY26 ask: $250,000 for business support programs focused on climate adaptation and circular-economy practices, and $250,000 for employer-led workforce development and technical training.
Kelly told senators the sector represents a multibillion-dollar outdoor economy in Vermont and said the nonprofit’s work organizes small manufacturers, retailers, trail builders, lodging providers and other outdoor businesses to provide tailored technical assistance, market access and workforce training. The group referenced a planning…
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