Join the Vermont Energy Education Program for an open house on the statehouse lawn in Montpelier!
Reconciling Vermont: State Impacts from Recent Federal Decisions
Join VBSR for this free webinar exploring how federal decisions are shaping Vermont’s future. From changes in federal rulemaking to the OBBBA (One Big Beautiful Bill Act), Vermont advocates and business leaders will share insights on what’s happening in Washington, and what it means for our state.
Join The Movement!
Join our network of values-led businesses and changemakers championing people, planet & prosperity.
Navigating Federal Policy Now
Access events and resources intended to support businesses in this moment, including information on DEI, ICE & Immigration, and Tariffs.
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VSBR's Advocacy
We harness the power of the business community to galvanize change in the Vermont State House toward a just, thriving, and transformative economy for all people and the planet.
Why VBSR?
Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) is a statewide, nonprofit business association with a mission to leverage the power of business for positive social and environmental impact. For over 30 years VBSR has championed “business as a force for good” through education, networking, advocacy and thought leadership.
We are Vermont’s network of students, entrepreneurs, sole proprietors, small businesses, largest employers, policymakers, advocates, nonprofit organizations and inspired individuals – collectively working toward a just, thriving and transformative economy that works for all people and the planet.
Champion Members
VBSR Champions are corporate social responsibility icons. Brands around the globe look to Vermont industry leaders to learn how to lead successful businesses in a way that is good for their people and good for the planet, and these companies lead the way.
VBSR is one of the only places to get a comprehensive education on both the theory and practice of being a values-led business.
— Liz Schlegel, Champion Member The Alchemist
VBSR’s proven track record at the statehouse helps put our values into impactful, values-led public policy.
— Sascha Mayer, Champion Member Mamava
I encourage those interested in expanding personal awareness, belief systems and business expertise to take advantage of VBSR’s programming.
— Karen Lawson, Lawson’s Finest Liquids
We know how critical the business voice is – and how much influence is has. And particularly in Vermont it's become commonplace for companies to have a strong sustainability programs. Advocacy like VBSR’s is the next horizon for that.
— Kate Ogden, Seventh Generation
VBSR Events
Join Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility and the Vermont B Corp Collective for a day of volunteering and networking! We invite you to participate in a meaningful volunteer experience by helping various Vermont nonprofits with service projects ranging from gleaning to litter cleanup!
Join VBSR and the Vermont Law and Graduate School for an evening of connection and learning, as we explore the important role Vermont’s higher education institutions are playing—and their untapped potential—as conveners and changemakers, especially when working alongside businesses to improve local communities.
Each year VBSR recognizes inspiring business leaders and organizations showcasing the growth and impact of socially responsible business in Vermont. Join us October 2nd as we gather to celebrate this year’s awardees, enjoy local food, drink, network with good company, and enjoy the beautiful new Farmhouse at The Essex Resort & Spa!
During this Know Your Rights training with Organized Power in Numbers, employers will have the chance to understand their Constitutional rights if immigration comes to the workplace, learn about different kinds of immigration enforcement actions, and hear about practical steps employers can take to prepare.
Join Vermont B Corp Collective and a social media expert from King Arthur Baking Company for this collaborative session! We’ll dive into how purpose-driven businesses can build effective, values-aligned social media strategies. Through a short presentation, breakout discussions, and peer exchange, we’ll explore what it means to market with intention, and how to communicate your mission online.
VBSR News
Sunset Lake CBD, a farmer-owned hemp company in South Hero, is excited to announce the release of its new zero-proof craft brew line: Lifted Tea.
“Gone Guys” — a documentary about male social isolation and its consequences.
News Item Description: The Vermont Sustainable Jobs Fund (VSJF), in collaboration with Efficiency Vermont and Vermont Gas Systems, announces the graduation of the inaugural cohort of Tools of the Trade– Business Fundamentals for Energy Pros, a business coaching program designed to support weatherization and clean energy contractors across the state.