Gofundme and Vermont: Community Support

In Vermont, community support is often the backbone of fundraising efforts, and GoFundMe has played a significant role in facilitating these initiatives.

Vermonters are known for their strong sense of community, and this is reflected in the state's high rate of successful GoFundMe campaigns.

From raising funds for local businesses affected by natural disasters to supporting community events, GoFundMe has become an essential tool for Vermonters.

In fact, a notable example is the 2018 flood in Vermont, where GoFundMe campaigns raised over $1 million for affected communities.

Vermonters are generous with their donations to GoFundMe causes, ranking the state No. 2 in the country for per capita donations.

Vermont's No. 2 ranking is a testament to the state's kind-hearted nature.

Eight of the 10 most generous states are located in the Northeast, a region known for its strong sense of community.

Here are the top 10 most generous states in America, based on the number of donations per capita on GoFundMe:

The Melville family's GoFundMe campaign is a heartwarming example of community support. They're raising funds to cover the remaining 25% of the FEMA buyout and demolition, which comes out to $50,209.

Their situation is urgent, with the property facing catastrophic failure within five years, according to Vermont's State Geologist Marjorie Gale. The family is stuck with their mortgage and can't sell their home due to their daughter's special needs.

Donations are pouring in, including nearly $1,500 from Wes' in-laws and proceeds from Kristi's step-mom Victoria Loven's hand-sewn winter ear warmers.

Steve Charest's Campaign is a remarkable story of community support. Steve Charest, a single father, was struggling to pay for his family's medical expenses after his son's diagnosis with a rare genetic disorder.

A GoFundMe campaign was launched to help the family cover their medical costs, which have been estimated to be around $100,000. The campaign has been a huge success, with over 1,000 people donating to the cause.

The outpouring of support from the community has been overwhelming, with donations ranging from $5 to $5,000.

The Melville family is facing a daunting situation, and their home is literally on the verge of collapse. The October 2019 flash flood wiped out nearly 20 feet of land in their backyard, leaving them with less than 10 feet of land between their home and a brook.

Their property is in jeopardy, and the family's safety is at risk. Vermont's State Geologist Marjorie Gale warned them that the property will see catastrophic failure within five years.

The Melville's can't sell their home or abandon their mortgage due to financial constraints, particularly with their daughter being special needs. They're stuck with a mortgage and no equity in the property.

FEMA is covering 75 percent of the buyout and demolition, but the family is responsible for the other 25 percent, which amounts to $50,209. They're hoping to access a $20,000 grant, leaving them to cover the remaining $30,000.

The community has come together to support the Melville's, with family members and strangers alike donating to their GoFundMe campaign. They're less than $8,000 away from their goal, thanks to the kindness of people from all over, including California.