Vermont Green FC partners with Vermont Works for Women

Vermont Works for Women is teaming up with Vermont Green Football Club for the club’s inaugural women’s soccer season.

The partnership, known as "More Green More Good," aims to expand opportunities for female athletes and support women across the state, according to a community announcement.

Three women-owned businesses — BirdieBlue, //Gametheory and Ursa Major — have signed on as inaugural partners. They will sponsor Vermont Green and pledge $50 per home goal to support Vermont Works for Women’s statewide programs.

Vermont Works for Women, founded in 1987, promotes gender equity and supports women and youth at every stage of their careers. The organization offers career exploration, trades training, career coaching and workshops.

Players on the Vermont Green FC women's team race to celebrate after winning a penalty shootout at Virtue Field on Saturday, June 22, 2024.

Vermont Green Football Club, founded in 2022, is a member of the United Soccer League. The team earned its first men’s national championship last year after going undefeated for the season. After hosting exhibition games for two seasons, the club is launching a full women’s team this summer.

Rhoni Baden, executive director of Vermont Works for Women, expressed excitement about the partnership.

“For decades, women’s sports have been driving a global push for pay equity and female empowerment,” Baden said. “We were thrilled when Vermont Green announced they would be joining the USL W League, and we’re grateful for their partnership and willingness to try something new with 'More Green More Good.'”

Vermont Green cofounder Sam Glickman echoed Baden’s sentiments.

“Launching our inaugural women’s team is a meaningful step forward for Vermont Green, and partnering with Vermont Works for Women strengthens that impact,” Glickman said. “Together, we’re not only growing the game but also advancing gender equity and expanding economic opportunities for women across Vermont. This partnership reflects our shared belief that sport can be a powerful platform for positive change in our communities.”

The "More Green More Good" partners will have tables at games May 23 and June 22 to share more about their programming and services with Vermont Green fans. An on-field presentation of the "More Green More Good" sponsors is scheduled for June 22.