What We Do
VSJF uses early stage grant funding, technical assistance, and loans to catalyze and accelerate the development of markets for sustainably produced goods and services.
We meet critical market development needs for these goods and services by deploying our grants, technical assistance, and loans for:
- research
- technology & infrastructure development
- technical assistance
- financing
- network development
- education & outreach
- workforce development
- sales & distribution
- regulatory & public policy
Our current focus is on the intersection between renewable energy (in the form of biofuels), sustainable agriculture, and sustainable forest products:
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Over the years, VSJF has provided funding for the front line of sustainable development organizations, networks, and businesses in Vermont...
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Is the Peer to Peer Collaborative right for your business? Learn about VSJF’s innovate business assistance program for CEOs of growing Vermont companies...
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The Flexible Capital Fund offers a new kind of flexible risk capital that brings with it instant access to our Peer networks, mentorship and technical assistance...
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Fiscal sponsorship is a formal arrangement between the VSJF, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, and a project or organization that lacks exempt status. This is an alternative to starting your own nonprofit and allows you to seek grants and solicit tax-deductible donations under the VSJF’s exempt status...
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Invest your time and money where you can see it working to create healthy food systems, preserve working landscapes and develop renewable energy opportunities...
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