Zeno Mountain Farm
Performing ArtsVermont, United States2-10 Employees
Zeno Mountain Farm is a nonprofit organization in the performing arts sector that hosts camps and retreats designed to include people across ages and abilities. The programmatic focus encompasses activities such as filmmaking, theater, windsurfing, yoga, art, swimming, and horseback riding, with many retreats conducted at its Lincoln, Vermont facility. The organization aims to create accessible communal experiences for individuals from marginalized communities, including opportunities for participation by people with disabilities, cancer patients, chronic illness survivors, those with traumatic brain injuries, and veterans. Based in Lincoln, Vermont, the group operates with a small staff and partners to deliver year-round camps and co-hosted retreats, emphasizing collaboration and collective effort in achieving its mission. In 2021, Zeno Mountain Farm received the SAG-AFTRA Disability Awareness Award at the Media Access Awards, recognizing its work to broaden public understanding of the capabilities of disabled Americans. The organization functions within the larger landscape of disability rights and inclusive programming, alongside other national nonprofits in related fields.