Rutland, VT – Cornerstone Housing Partners is excited to invite community members to their first annual Housing Solutions Expo on Saturday, September 19, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Rutland Recreation Community Center, 134 Community Drive, Rutland. The event’s presenting sponsor is Heritage Family Credit Union.

The Housing Solutions Expo is a free community event designed to connect area residents with local housing resources, education, and support services.

At Cornerstone Housing Partners, we believe that everyone deserves a safe and healthy place to call home. The Housing Solutions Expo brings together housing professionals, nonprofit organizations, financial institutions, and service providers to help individuals and families navigate housing opportunities and overcome housing-related challenges.

Attendees will have the opportunity to meet with vendors offering information and assistance in areas including:

• Rental assistance and support services
• Homebuyer and renter education
• Services for senior citizens
• Fuel and utility assistance
• Homelessness prevention services
• Home and rental repair services
• Lending and mortgage resources
• Realtor services

The Expo will also feature free educational breakout sessions covering topics such as:

• Homebuyer Education and Shared Equity
• Rentals/Renting 101
• Post-Purchase & Home Repair

Whether someone is renting, buying their first home, seeking financial assistance, looking for home repair resources, or simply exploring available housing programs, the Housing Solutions Expo offers valuable information and connections for every stage of the housing journey.

“We created the Housing Solutions Expo to bring together trusted community partners and ensure that residents have access to the resources they need to achieve stable, safe, and healthy housing,” said Mary Cohen, Chief Executive Officer at Cornerstone Housing Partners. “This event is about empowering individuals and families through education, guidance, and collaboration.”

The event is made possible through the support of community sponsors, including:

Presenting Sponsor: Heritage Family Credit Union

Silver Sponsors: Bar Harbor Bank & Trust, Prime Lending

Bronze Sponsors: Community Bank, Efficiency Vermont, NBT Bank

Breakout Session Sponsors: EastRise Credit Union and Farmers Insurance

Community members are encouraged to attend this free event and take advantage of the many resources available in one convenient location.

Event Details

What: First Annual Housing Solutions Expo

When: Saturday, September 19, 2026 | 10:00 a.m.–2:00 p.m.

Where: Rutland Recreation Community Center, 134 Community Drive, Rutland

Cost: Free and open to the public

For more information, visit CornerstoneHousingPartners.org/HousingExpo