Vermont Teddy Bear Company Partners With Outright Vermont
Vermont Business Magazine As of June 1st, Vermont Mittens – a sister brand of the Vermont Teddy Bear Company – proudly announces a partnership with Outright Vermont – an outstanding organization that helps LGBTQIA+ youth find connection, validation, and celebration while strengthening families and transforming the schools, systems, and communities with which youth engage. For every pair of mittens sold, a portion of proceeds will be donated to Outright Vermont, so all young people have hope, equity, and power.
In a rural state like Vermont, isolation can weigh heavy on LGBTQIA+ youth. For many, it is unlikely they know an adult or peers that share their experiences. Outright Vermont connects youth with people like them, so they can know safety and belonging through year-round programming like crisis support, leadership events, camps, social groups, and more.
Jen Ellis – the founder of Vermont Mittens, a local elementary teacher, and a member of the LGBTQIA+ community herself – carefully selected Outright Vermont for their work in educating, advocating, and transforming policies and practices that make room for everyone.
"I chose Outright Vermont because the support they provide LGBTQIA+ youth is critical to the wellbeing of countless children in our state. They also do an enormous amount of outreach and education for schools and businesses. I can’t wait to see how we can harness this partnership together for powerful human connection and social change." - Jen Ellis Founder of Vermont Mittens.
To learn more about Outright Vermont, visit https://www.outrightvt.org/about-us/.
To view and purchase a pair of Vermont Mittens, visit https://www.vermontteddybear.com/mittens/bernie-mittens-from-vermont-mitten-co/MITMV0001.html
About Vermont Teddy Bear Company
The Vermont Teddy Bear Company started in 1981 when our founder opened a cart on Church Street in Burlington, Vt. From this cart, he sold Teddy Bears that he handcrafted in his garage. Forty years later, our Bears continue to be best friends, a part of the family, and beloved heirlooms. Each one of our meticulously designed Bears and stuffed animals are guaranteed for a lifetime, which makes them ideal gifts for people of all ages (new babies, children, women, men). Shop our vast collection for holidays, birthdays, anniversaries, and more. The Vermont Teddy Bear Company includes Vermont Teddy Bear, PajamaGram, and PajamaJeans. We're located in Shelburne, Vermont, and always enjoy visitors.
About Outright Vermont
Outright Vermont is a non-profit committed to creating a safe place where all LGBTQIA+ youth can find hope, equality, and power. Since 1989, we have been working to build a better world for LGBTQIA+ youth. Because a better world for them is a better world for us all. Join us today!
June 17, 2022, Shelburne, Vt. — Vermont Teddy Bear Company
