Giving Your Employees Resources and Time to Vote

While VBSR is decidedly nonpartisan, we are committed to working with our members to increase voter participation in our country’s elections and channel resources toward our election system so that when Vermonters cast their ballots, they know their voices will be heard both in the Green Mountain State and in our Nation’s Capital.

One of the most common reasons people give for not voting is pretty simple—they’re too busy with the demands of work and life.

To help address these barriers, VBSR makes a practice of encouraging member businesses to not only allow their employees time to vote but also give them the resources they need to register, learn about their candidates, and when the time comes, cast their ballots safely by mail or at their local polling place.

Here are some key resources to help you get started: