New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility

What New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility does

New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility (NHBSR) is a Concord, New Hampshire-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization founded in 1996 that nurtures socially and environmentally responsible business practices across the state. The organization serves for-profit businesses, nonprofits, entrepreneurs, students, and policy stakeholders in New Hampshire through a portfolio of educational programs, networking events, advocacy initiatives, and recognition awards. Its core offerings include the annual Spring Conference (drawing 250+ attendees), Sustainability Awards across six categories (Energy and Climate, Environment, Workplace, Community, DEI, Governance), the Climate Challenge 101 and Climate Action Challenge e-learning programs, Sustainability Slam storytelling events, Peer Impact Networks, Go On Tour regional networking socials, Business Friendly NH advocacy roundtables, and the Measure What Matters 101 benchmarking survey.

NHBSR's technology stack is intentionally lean and built on third-party infrastructure rather than proprietary platforms: QuestionPro powers the Measure What Matters 101 online assessment, Zoom hosts virtual events and webinars, and a uteach.io-based learning platform (nhbsr.uteach.io) delivers the Climate Challenge 101 e-learning course. The organization operates as a fully remote team of 1-10 employees with no office, governed by a volunteer board of directors and supported by committees.

The revenue model combines four streams: tiered annual membership dues ranging from $30 (Student) to $10,000 (Change Agent) with intermediate tiers including Individual, Small Nonprofit, Entrepreneur, Partner, Large Nonprofit, Sustainer, Leader, and CSR Architect; conference and event registration fees; corporate sponsorships for the Spring Conference, Sustainability Awards, and Climate Challenge programs (with Dartmouth Health as 2026 presenting sponsor); and tax-deductible donations. Distribution is regional (New Hampshire-focused) and direct, primarily through a member portal at members.nhbsr.org, the nhbsr.org website, email newsletters, LinkedIn and Facebook pages, a YouTube channel, in-person and virtual events, and peer networks.

Name

New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility

Legal name

New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility

Website

https://nhbsr.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2021

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1–10 employees

Short description

New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility (NHBSR) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization that nurtures socially and environmentally responsible business practices across New Hampshire through education, networking, advocacy, and recognition programs serving member companies, nonprofits, and students.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Headquarters

HQ city

Concord

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Revenue model

1. Membership Dues: Annual membership fees ranging from $30 (student) to $10,000 (Change Agent) based on organization size and commitment level, providing access to programs, events, resources, and networking opportunities.
2. Donations: Tax-deductible charitable contributions from individuals and organizations supporting the mission of cultivating socially responsible business practices in New Hampshire.
3. Conference and Event Fees: Revenue from Spring Conference registrations, Sustainability Awards, and various networking events. The 2026 Spring Conference features sponsorship opportunities at various tiers.
4. Sponsorships: Corporate sponsorships for conferences and programs from businesses aligned with sustainability and social responsibility goals.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels11 records

Core offering

NHBSR is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership organization that brings together New Hampshire businesses and their stakeholders to nurture socially and environmentally responsible business practices. It delivers tiered membership programs, an annual Spring Conference, sustainability awards, climate education courses (Climate Challenge 101, Climate Action Challenge), peer networking events, DEI and mental wellness programs, advocacy initiatives, and policy forums for businesses across the state.

Product overview

New Hampshire Businesses for Social Responsibility (NHBSR) is a nonprofit membership organization, not a software product company. NHBSR provides a portfolio of educational programs, networking opportunities, advocacy initiatives, and recognition events focused on corporate social responsibility. Core offerings include the annual Spring Conference (New Hampshire's leading CSR conference), Sustainability Awards, Climate Challenge 101 e-learning program, Climate Action Challenge, Sustainability Slam storytelling events, Mental Wellness in the Workplace program, Welcoming Workplaces DEI initiative, Measuring Impact program, Business Friendly NH advocacy series, Peer Impact Networks, and Go On Tour Networking Socials. These programs are delivered through membership tiers ranging from $30 (Student) to $10,000 (Change Agent) annually, supplemented by event fees, sponsorships, and donations.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Spring Conference New Hampshire's leading annual CSR conference featuring keynote speakers, breakout sessions, panel discussions, and networking opportunities focused on sustainability, climate action, DEI, and workplace excellence. Draws over 250 attendees.
• Sustainability Awards Annual awards program recognizing excellence in sustainability leadership across six categories: Energy and Climate, Environment, Workplace, Community, DEI, and Governance, plus Systemic Leadership Award, Hall of Fame recognition, and Student Changemaker awards.
• Climate Challenge 101 Free six-week e-learning program introducing workplace climate education, covering climate change impacts, climate resilience, emergency preparedness, understanding company impact, climate strategies, and employee roles.
• Climate Action Challenge Free climate action program designed for teams, part of NHBSR's climate education offerings for workplace sustainability engagement.
• Sustainability Slam Annual storytelling event featuring organizations sharing sustainability journeys and best practices, part of NHBSR's knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Mental Wellness in the Workplace Program addressing mental health awareness and support in workplace settings, providing resources and best practices for employers.
• Welcoming Workplaces (DEI) DEI-focused program supporting workplaces in creating inclusive environments and addressing diversity, equity, and inclusion best practices.
• Measuring Impact Program helping businesses measure and track their sustainability and social responsibility performance, including the Measure What Matters 101 personalized benchmarking survey.
• Business Friendly NH Advocacy initiative exploring what makes New Hampshire business-friendly through regional roundtables and monthly webinar series addressing workforce development, public education, housing, childcare, and energy.
• Peer Impact Networks Peer networking groups organized around specific impact topics for members to share experiences, support, and best practices.
• Go On Tour Networking Socials Networking events that take participants to visit member organizations and regional venues, expanding connections across the New Hampshire business community.
• Membership Programs Tiered membership structure including Student ($30), Individual ($180), Small Nonprofit ($180), Entrepreneur ($300), Partner ($600), Large Nonprofit ($500), Sustainer ($1,200), Leader ($2,750), CSR Architect ($5,000), and Change Agent ($10,000) levels with various benefits.
• Legislative Landscape and Policy Forum Advocacy initiative providing policy education and a forum for discussing legislative issues affecting socially responsible business in New Hampshire.

Quantifiable outcome

• Over 250 attendees at annual Spring Conference sharing best practices in corporate social responsibility
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers15 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Twelve partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and flagship.

• University of New HampshirecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership with UNH for Corporate Sustainability Leadership certificate program and B Impact Clinic, engaging students in sustainability fellowship projects. UNH's Deputy Chief Sustainability Officer was recognized with Cornerstone Innovator Award.
• Southern New Hampshire UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner institution for Student Changemaker Awards, hosting student nominees for sustainability recognition. Also serves as venue sponsor for Sustainability Awards.
• Franklin Pierce UniversityminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner institution participating in Student Changemaker Awards program.
• Saint Anselm CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner institution participating in Student Changemaker Awards program.
• Granite State CollegeminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerEducational partner institution participating in Student Changemaker Awards program.
• UnitilcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Climate Challenge 101 free e-learning program for workplace climate education. Utility company focused on clean energy and sustainability in New Hampshire.
• Hypertherm AssociatescoreGTM or Marketing PartnerSponsor of Climate Challenge 101 e-learning program. Employee-owned company focused on manufacturing sustainability and environmental stewardship.
• Prime BuchholzminorGTM or Marketing PartnerE-learning sponsor for Climate Challenge 101 program, supporting workplace climate education initiatives.
• Dartmouth HealthflagshipGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of NHBSR 2026 Spring Conference 'Aligned and Amplified'. Major healthcare system in New Hampshire demonstrating commitment to corporate social responsibility.
• SustainservcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerKeynote sponsor of 2026 Spring Conference. Sustainability consulting firm providing expertise and thought leadership for the event.
• E2TechcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerCollaborative partner for Go on Tour networking events and regional business engagement. Regional organization focused on environmental and sustainability business issues.
• Stay Work Play NHcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerNonprofit organization focused on making New Hampshire a great place to live and work. Panelist at 2026 Spring Conference on workforce engagement topics.

Scale indicators4 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Green America: Green America is a national membership-based nonprofit supporting ethical and sustainable businesses and consumers through certification, networking, and advocacy. Comparable as a broader-incumbent peer offering overlapping CSR/sustainability member services at a national scale.
• Ceres: Ceres is a national nonprofit mobilizing business leadership on climate and sustainability through investor networks and policy advocacy. It overlaps with NHBSR's climate and CSR programs but operates at a national/enterprise-investor scale well beyond NHBSR's regional scope.
• B Lab U.S. & Canada: B Lab operates the B Corp certification standard and a much larger business network spanning the U.S. and Canada. It is comparable as a competitor for the attention and dues of mission-driven businesses in NH, though its scope and resources greatly exceed NHBSR's.
• Net Impact: Net Impact is a national membership community for professionals and students working at the intersection of business and social/environmental impact. Comparable as a peer network for sustainability professionals and student changemakers — a segment NHBSR also cultivates through the Student Changemaker Awards.
• U.S. Green Building Council: USGBC is the national convener behind LEED certification and a large member network of building-industry and sustainability professionals. It overlaps with NHBSR's sustainability mission and competes for the same corporate sustainability/CSR staff in NH-based enterprises.

Direct peers

• American Sustainable Business Network: ASBN is the national umbrella version of the same model: a business-membership coalition advocating for sustainable business practices through policy, peer learning, and events. It is comparable as the scaled-up, national mirror of what NHBSR operates at the state level.
• Vermont Businesses for Social Responsibility: Operating in the neighboring state of Vermont, VBSR runs an identical model: a state-level membership-based business association advancing CSR/sustainability, hosting an annual conference, advocacy programs, and an awards structure. It is the closest functional peer to NHBSR by mission, structure, and revenue model.
• Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts: SBN Mass is a regional business association connecting socially and environmentally responsible businesses across Massachusetts through networking events, an annual summit, and a local-business directory — a near-template analog to NHBSR's mission in a neighboring New England state.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/nhbsr
• YouTubeyoutube.com/@NHBSR
• Facebookfacebook.com/NHBSR
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/nhbsr

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