About Amy's Armoire
Amy's Armoire is a 501(c)(3) non-profit. We operate independently of the Vermont Department of Children and Families and other foster/adoptive agencies, however we aim to coordinate services with all organizations serving this population.
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Your financial support of our mission is tax-deductible. Our EIN is 86-1789934. We are also able to provide a receipt for material donations.
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See the article in the World.
Voted the Times Argus reader's choice best thrift shop.
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See what Governor Scott said about the work we are doing.
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Amy was chosen as 1 of 4 Remarkable women in NH, VT and upstate NY by Fox 44/ABC 22. To watch the segment, click here.
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Amy was also chosen by 98.9 WOKO for the list of 20 Outstanding Women. To read that segment, open this link. The audio is different, so scroll down their site to hear that as well.
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Amy received the Barre Elks Lodge Distinguished Citizenship Award for Outstanding and Meritorious Service to Humanity for 2023-2024.
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Mission
Amy's Armoire's mission is to improve the outcomes for Vermont foster/adopt/kin children and youth by connecting families to the resources they need.
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What We Do
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In addition to providing a place to recycle clothing, and clothe those in need, we sell items at modest prices to raise money for our mission and help caregivers have access to the supports they need to succeed. Any funds remaining after operating expenses will be utilized to support the stabilization of children in their current foster/adopt/kin placement or at home.
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About Us
Beyond clothing people, and keeping clothes out of landfills, we function as a resource center for foster/adoptive/kin families. This 501(c) (3) nonprofit was founded in February 2021 by experienced foster/adoptive parents and dedicated community members. No salaries are paid to board members, executive directors, or CEOs. The shop is staffed by volunteers and a part-time retail manager, a part-time retail assistant manager, and a part-time admin.
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Board Information
Your input and trust are vital to our work. The following information and documents are available for public review when we have them. Please contact us with other requests for information.
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Board Members: - For vacant seats we are looking for Hartford, Morrisville or St. Johnsbury District Foster, Adopt or Kin Parents.
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Amy Anderson- President (Barre District)
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Wanda Audette - Vice President​- vicepresident@amysarmoire.org (Burlington District)
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Tracy Patnoe- Board Chair - Board Chair@amysarmoire.org (Morrisville District)
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Jessica Summer-Secretary-Secretary@amysarmoire.org (St. Albans District)
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Patty Ristau- Treasurer- Treasurer@amysarmoire.org
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Tracy Patnoe-Member at large
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Toni Yandow- Member at large
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Vacant- Member at large
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Vacant- FFY Consultant to the Board
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Vacant-Former Birth Parent Consultant to the Board
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Amy's Armoire Bylaws: Adopted 2/1/2021, updated 4/30/2024
Financial Documents:
990 form-full taxes available upon request
Annual Report- see Community Impact section
income/expenses
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Articles of Incorporation
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Amy's Armoire is a 501(c)(3) charity: EIN 86-1789934
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Community Impact
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Employment Opportunities​
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We have no paid positions open at this time
Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in volunteering?
Join Our Team
Volunteer Opportunities
Interested in volunteering?
Complete the following Personnel document to sign up.
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Employment Opportunities​
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Administrative Support
admin@amysarmoire.org
Let us know if you are interested in volunteering in this capacity.
Volunteer Coordinator
volunteercoordinator@amysarmoire.org
Let us know if you are interested in volunteering in this capacity.
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Resource Navigator
resourcenavigator@amysarmoire.org
E-mail our Resource Navigator, Nate Methot at the above address if you would like to donate any of the following:
Twin beds, bunk beds, toddler beds, cribs, bassinets, dressers, or strollers.
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Training Coordinator
Vacant- filled by:
Robyn Cates
Amy Anderson
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Christmas Gift Organizer
Beth Davis
Rebecca Mead
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Events Planner
vacant
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Executive Director of Operations
Amy Anderson
Retail Store Manager
Robyn Cates
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Assistant Retail Store Manager
Lillian "Ian" Parker
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Retail Store Lead
Elizabeth Hunt
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Fundraising Team members:
Amy Anderson
Shawn E. Perry
Danra Kazenski
Linda Couture
Vacant
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Website Design and Upkeep:
Margaret Wilbur-Design
Amy Anderson-upkeep
Jim Holway-Consultant
Trey Cates-Consultant
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Graphic Designer for printed materials:
Stacey Hood Boyd
Danra Kazenski
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Grant Writers and Researchers:
Vacant-filled by Amy Anderson
All vacant positions-currently filled by Amy Anderson