Member Benefits

Join Our Thriving Business Community

Amplifying the Voice of Sustainable Business & Leading the Way to a Regenerative Economy

American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) is the home of our members under the ASBN umbrella. Join our community of passionate businesses seeking to take part in collective action to further their positive impact. This is a community that celebrates every member, regardless of where they are on their sustainability journey. We believe in the power of the collective. Together, we are the sustainable business voice, shaping much-needed policy to pave the road to a regenerative economy. We can’t wait to welcome you in and amplify your voice!

“Speaking directly with policymakers alongside ASBN and Regenerate America during the Rally for Resilience, demonstrated that there is great power in advocating as a collective. We want to see regenerative agriculture prioritized in the next Farm Bill, but it will take all of us to leverage our influence as a business by communicating with key legislators to share and progress policy."
Molly Lawrence
Corporate Social Responsibility Manager at King Arthur Baking Company, ASBN Member

Membership Benefits

Policy Speacialists

Our policy team answers your questions via monthly Policy Forum calls

Thought Leadership

Expand your professional network and connect with other members

Advocacy Events

Exclusive invitations to advocate for the policy changes that matter most

Knowledge Hub

Access our comprehensive library of resources and research materials

Member Database

Connect with other members and expand your professional network

Webinars & Toolkits

Participate in expert-led webinars and access practical toolkits

Community Access

Join discussions and collaborate with industry peers

Membership Plans

Choose the membership tier that best fits your organization’s needs and join our growing community of changemakers.

Business

Emerging Business

A business with an annual gross revenue of under $250K.

$250

/year

Small Business

A business with an annual gross revenue of $250K to $5M.

$950

/year

Medium Business

A business with an annual gross revenue of  $5M to $15M.

$6,000

/year

Large Business

 A business with an annual gross revenue of over $15M.

$17,500

/year

University

Community College

$500

/year

Public University

$1,500

/year

Private University

$3,000

/year

Affiliate

State Affiliate

An organization that engages and educates a cross-sector business community within a specific state or region to advance a sustainable and equitable economy.

$1,000

/year

Industry Affiliate

A nonprofit organization, such as an association, network, or membership-based group, that collaborates with businesses to advance specific aspects of a sustainable economy through shared resources, advocacy, and collective action.

$1,500

/year

Individual

Individual/Sole Proprietor

$250

/year

Business

Emerging Business

A business with an annual gross revenue of under $250K.

$250

/year

Small Business

A business with an annual gross revenue of $250K to $5M.

$950

/year

Medium Business

A business with an annual gross revenue of  $5M to $15M.

$6,000

/year

Large Business

 A business with an annual gross revenue of over $15M.

$17,500

/year

University

Community College

$500

/year

Public University

$1,500

/year

Private University

$3,000

/year

Affiliate

State Affiliate

An organization that engages and educates a cross-sector business community within a specific state or region to advance a sustainable and equitable economy.

$1,000

/year

Industry Affiliate

A nonprofit organization, such as an association, network, or membership-based group, that collaborates with businesses to advance specific aspects of a sustainable economy through shared resources, advocacy, and collective action.

$1,500

/year

Individual

Individual/Sole Proprietor

$250

/year

Equity Pricing

ASBC’s Equity Pricing initiative acknowledges the persistent challenges that historically marginalized communities encounter when launching and expanding their businesses. To foster greater equity and accessibility within ASBN, this program offers adjusted annual membership fees for businesses and organizations that are BIPOC-owned, women-owned, or employee-owned. The goal is to create a more inclusive business community by reducing financial barriers to participation.

Amplify Your Leadership

Stand out as a leader in the sustainable business movement. Share your expertise as a speaker or panelist and connect with businesses, consumers, and media to highlight your story and impact. ASBN gives you the platform to showcase your leadership and be part of shaping solutions that make business better for people, planet, and profits.

Advocate for What Matters

Be a changemaker for the policies that matter. ASBN empowers you with the tools to amplify your voice. Whether it’s making the business case for an inclusive economy, co-signing letters for climate change, or ensuring alignment between stated values and daily operations, your voice can influence policies that benefit businesses, workers, and the planet.

Build Community

Join a thriving community of sustainable business leaders. Whether connecting online, meeting in person, or mentoring others, you’ll build relationships with like-minded businesses, thought leaders, and policymakers. Together, we exchange ideas, share best practices, and grow our collective influence to drive a pro-business, pro-stakeholder and pro-planet future.

Grow Your Knowledge

Unlock a wealth of opportunities to deepen your understanding of sustainable and regenerative business practices. From live workshops and interactive webinars to curated resources, membership equips you to lead with confidence. Tap into the Knowledge Hub, our extensive library of cutting-edge tools, reports, and case studies to help you stay ahead in the new economy.

Measure Your Impact

Showcase your commitment to sustainability with powerful tools from ASBN. Our tracking systems let you track and share your progress—not just in financial terms, but in actions that matter most to your customers, employees, and community. Prove your leadership in building a better economy with transparency and measurable results.

ASBN, ASBC, and ASBI: A Unified Approach

The American Sustainable Business Network (ASBN) serves as an umbrella organization encompassing two affiliate entities: the 501(c)(4) American Sustainable Business Council (ASBC) and the 501(c)(3) American Sustainable Business Institute (ASBI).

While these entities work in close harmony to advance ASBN’s mission, their focus areas and functions are distinct yet complementary:

  • ASBC (501(c)(4)) emphasizes network development, engaging businesses through coalition-building and membership while leveraging its capability to lobby and advocate for policy changes at the state and federal levels.
  • ASBI (501(c)(3)) focuses on education and shifting narratives, fostering a deeper understanding of sustainable business practices through research, thought leadership, and educational initiatives.

ASBN

Umbrella organization encompassing two complementary affiliates.

ASBC

501(c)(4) Network Development; Coalition-Building; Legislative Advocacy

ASBI

501(c)(3) Education;
Research;
Narrative-Shifting

Together, these organizations form a powerful platform to drive systemic change by aligning advocacy with education and collaboration. Membership is held by ASBC, but comes with the power, influence and change-making that is possible through ASBN.

State & Industry Affiliates

Are you an organization that engages and educates a cross-sector business community within a specific state or region to advance a sustainable and equitable economy? Then you could be an ASBN State Affiliate.

Are you a nonprofit organization, such as an association, network, or membership-based group, that collaborates with businesses to advance specific aspects of a sustainable economy through shared resources, advocacy, and collective action? Then you could be an ASBN Industry Affiliate.

Do you believe in the power of sustainable businesses to transform economic structures for the benefit of all stakeholders? Let us help you expand your reach and engage a wider audience to drive a more sustainable economy together.

In addition to the standard benefits of membership, we offer Industry and State Affiliates the following:

Industry Affiliates

Program Development

Case Study Support

Membership & Recruiting

Visibility

Networking

Align Impact Areas

Independent State Affiliates

Membership and Recruiting

Operational Infrastructure

Expanding The Impact

Fundraising

Maximizing the Impact of Collective Action

ASBN members can join one or more of our issue and impact-specific policy briefs, steering committees or amplifier opportunities. Work with other businesses and associations to activate change and amplify our collective voice and power in policy, advocacy to make an impact.

Policy Briefs

Members are kept informed with policy updates, expert insights, and engagement opportunities through issue-specific discussions. These meetings provide deeper analysis, helping you stay involved in key policy conversations without requiring extensive policy knowledge.

Steering Committees

By serving on the Steering Committee, members and partners play a pivotal role in shaping ASBN’s advocacy efforts, amplifying business voices in policy discussions, and fostering a coordinated, action-driven coalition for sustainable business practices. 

Amplifiers

Amplifier quarterly calls are geared towards members who support ASBN’s mission but may lack the capacity for frequent meetings. They stay engaged through quarterly meetings, amplifying advocacy efforts, spreading awareness, and taking action when possible.

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Ready To Join Our Network?

Join ASBN and be part of a powerful network of businesses using their voice to shape policies for a just and regenerative economy. Together, we drive bold solutions that put people and the planet first—because better business creates a better world.

“As a corporate member of ASBN, we have a louder voice on issues that really matter to us. ASBN helps us build the kind of future we envision for our employees, our business partners, and the world at large."
Amy Hall
Director of Social Consciousness at Eileen Fisher

ASBN Membership Guidelines, Code of Conduct, & Vetting Disclaimer

At ASBN, we unite businesses and organizations committed to building a just, inclusive, and regenerative economy. To ensure alignment with our mission and values, all members must meet the following criteria.

In addition to the standard benefits of membership, we offer Industry and State Affiliates the following:

Commitments & Code of Conduct

To remain in good standing, members agree to:

  • Sustain Our Collective Impact – Maintain annual membership dues at the designated level.
  • Uphold Our Community Agreements:
    • Maintain integrity – Honor commitments, act with transparency, and operate with accountability.
    • Act with values and purpose – Embed regenerative and just business practices into daily work.
    • Engage respectfully – Foster a culture of mutual respect, open dialogue, and collaboration.
    • Champion inclusion – Use inclusive language and ensure that you act in an equitable and welcoming community for all.
    • Operate on the principles of justice, equity, diversity and inclusion– Understand that there will be moments when you may need to lean into discomfort and share the air equitably.
  • Advance Our Shared Mission – Refrain from engaging in or funding activities that conflict with ASBN’s policy objectives.
  • Engage Professionally & Collaboratively – Represent ASBN/ASBC with professionalism in all interactions, including with staff, speakers, event attendees, funders, venue staff, and guests.

Vetting & Membership Approval

ASBN reserves the right to vet all membership applications to ensure alignment with our mission, values, and policy objectives. Membership is subject to approval, and ASBN may decline or revoke membership if an applicant or existing member is found to be in violation of these commitments.

Together, we are driving systemic change and shaping the future of business for a regenerative economy. Thank you for being part of the movement!