Located in the Old North End of Burlington, the Sara Holbrook Community Center serves a diverse community, with families struggling to just get by; in fact, according to U.S. Census 2000 data, Old North End neighborhoods constitute the highest concentration of poverty in Burlington and the entire state of Vermont. The community’s need has been well-documented:

20% of Burlington residents live below the federal poverty guideline

31.4% of residents in the Old North End of Burlington live below the federal poverty level

100% of elementary school children living in the Old North End qualify to receive a free or reduced priced lunch

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