Turning the page on violence

Learn More About NewStory Center

Our mission is to end the cycle of violence.

NewStory Center works to end the cycle of violence through support, education, prevention, and collaboration with individuals and communities throughout Rutland County.

our history

Evolving to meet our community’s needs.

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NewStory Center’s journey began in 1979 with a simple yet powerful mission: to provide a safe haven for women escaping domestic violence. Back then, we were known as the Rutland County Battered Women’s Shelter. Our first home was in the old jail on Center Street—a stark but symbolic reminder of the confinement survivors often face.


Determined to create a more welcoming space, we moved to a house with room for 24 beds, soon known as HerStory House. For many in Rutland County, that name still carries deep meaning, a place where healing and hope took root. By 1981, we became the Rutland County Women’s Network & Shelter, expanding our services to meet the growing needs of the community.


In 2017, we embraced a new name—NewStory Center—to reflect our evolving understanding of domestic and sexual violence and our commitment to serve all survivors, regardless of gender or age. Today, our vision is clear: to create a Rutland County where violence is not tolerated, and every survivor has the support to write a new chapter of safety and empowerment.



At NewStory Center, we’re here to help you turn the page. How will you rewrite your story?

The Story of NewStory Center

Learn how NewStory Center began, how we’ve evolved, and the impact we continue to make in Rutland County. This video shares the heart behind our mission—supporting survivors, building community, and turning the page on violence. We invite you to hear our story and see how together, we’re creating new ones.

Meet Our Staff

Meet the dedicated team at NewStory Center, committed to providing compassionate support and helping survivors throughout Rutland County rewrite their stories.

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Support Survivors Today

Your gift helps provide shelter, advocacy, and hope for survivors in Rutland County. Whether you give once or monthly, every donation makes an impact. Contact us at info@nscvt.org or visit our donate page to get started.

Support The Cause
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Board of Directors

NewStory Center’s Board of Directors is a dedicated group of community leaders committed to guiding our mission and supporting survivors in Rutland County. Their leadership ensures we continue to provide compassionate services, foster collaboration, and build a safer, more supportive community for all.

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Adrienne Weld

Chair

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John Atwood

Secretary

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April Cole

Treasurer

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Hannah Corkery

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Justine Franko

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Marnie Werner

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Kirsten Hathaway