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.

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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 Events

Join Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility, the Vermont B Corp Collective, and the incredible team at Cabot Creamery as we connect with friends and colleagues while enjoying delicious cheese and celebrating Cabot’s award-winning legacy!

This group is for white executives, managers and other leaders who are interested in moving to the next level of personal and organizational equity work.

This cohort is for people of color in management, leadership, and executive roles who are ready to deepen their personal and organizational equity work.

VBSR News

VBSR’s efforts during the 2025 Vermont Legislative Session have come to a close and we have much to celebrate – while still having more to accomplish when the State House reconvenes in January 2026.

The sold-out 35th Annual Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) Conference, “All Together Now”, was held on May 8, 2025, at Hula, the award-winning lakeside coworking and innovation campus in Burlington. Participants explored ways to meet this moment for business with courage, solidarity, and solutions.

35th Annual VBSR Conference Set for May 8th at Hula; Meeting this moment for business with courage, solidarity, and solutions – The 35th Annual Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility (VBSR) Conference, “All Together Now”, will be held May 8th at VBSR Champion Member Hula in Burlington.