We were saddened to learn this morning via Twitter that our friends at Burlington City Arts have been victims to senseless vandalism.

According to their Facebook page, “Last night, someone smashed the door of the Firehouse Center and stole the Gallery donation money. We are deeply hurt and saddened by this. If anyone has any information, please let us know.”

It is most certainly discouraging to realize that a person or persons could carry out actions such as this, especially around the holiday season and towards an organization that gives back to the community and its members. Hopefully, however, we can come together as that community and do whatever little we can to help BCA come back from this even stronger and truly exhibiting the values and thoughtfulness that is Burlington, Vermont.

To make donations to BCA please visit either their homepage, or FirstGive, and show them your support. You can also reach out to them via Twitter or Facebook and share your thoughts with them directly.

- The Burlington Boatyard Crew