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 our network of values-led businesses and changemakers championing people, planet & prosperity.
Access events and resources intended to support businesses in this moment, including information on DEI, ICE & Immigration, and Tariffs.
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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.
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.
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.
Get ready for the 2026 Vermont legislative session with VBSR’s annual Legislative Breakfast! This year, we're taking a closer look at the future of Vermont’s healthcare system, and the policies shaping it. Join VBSR members, legislators, healthcare advocates, and state officials for a morning of connection, conversation, and collaboration. Enjoy breakfast bites and local coffee while we explore how we can build a just, thriving, and transformative economy together.
Ride in the Fall Fundo and support the work of Old Spokes Home, a nonprofit bike shop creating access to bikes and the opportunities they create for our whole community.
Join the Vermont Energy Education Program for an open house on the statehouse lawn in Montpelier!
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, drinks, network with good company, and experience the beautiful new Farmhouse at The Essex Resort & Spa!
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.
