Invest in the Future of The Shires

Make a Gift

tax-deductible giving

Sponsor a Program

workforce / leadership / relocation initiatives

Become a Strategic Partner

corporate and institutional partners

Legacy & Family Giving

community philanthropy

A winding rural road surrounded by colorful autumn trees leading towards a green hill in the distance, with a few houses and cars visible along the roadside.

Why Invest in Southwest Vermont

Southwestern Vermont offers something increasingly rare:
community, opportunity, quality of life, and room to grow.

Vibrant Downtowns

Bennington, Manchester, village centers

Entrepreneurship Ecosystem

small businesses, makers, hospitality, service industries

Talent & Lifestyle

schools, healthcare, recreation, arts

Regional Identity

The Shires brand, culture, history, sense of place

Mail To:

SWVT Chamber Foundation

100 Veterans Memorial Drive

Bennington, VT 05201