WAITSFIELD — Lawson’s Finest Liquids has selected Addison County Relocalization Network (ACORN) as a recipient of its 2026 Sunshine Fund. ACORN will be a temporary “on-tap” partner for two weeks between Jan. 1- Jan. 15, receiving 100 percent of guest donations made at the Lawson’s Finest Liquids Waitsfield Taproom during that time!

“Lawson’s Finest Sunshine Fund is so well-aligned with the work ACORN does. We are deeply appreciative to receive the support of Lawson’s and their customers,” ACORN executive director Lindsey Berk said. “Supporting local breweries and restaurants fits hand in hand with ACORN’s mission to strengthen our local food and agriculture communities.”

The Sunshine Fund, launched in 2018, harnesses the generosity of taproom guests with the goal of helping local communities thrive. Because Lawson’s Finest provides their staff with living wages and generous benefits, the brewery invites guests to donate to the Sunshine Fund to support local nonprofits organizations in lieu of tips. When guests choose to support the Sunshine Fund during their visit, 100% of the amount donated will be given to a rotating nonprofit.

“Our team is so excited to support ACORN as a Sunshine Fund recipient this year. We’re grateful for the opportunity to raise awareness about and give back to a nonprofit that makes  Vermont such an amazing place to live,” said Lawson’s Finest Liquids’ Social Impact Program (SIP) Manager Carra Cheslin. “The Sunshine Fund allows us to support an incredible group of organizations each year that provide essential services and help ensure healthy, thriving, and sustainable communities for all Vermonters.”

Sunshine Fund recipients are prioritized by their focus on healthy communities, food and economic security, natural resource protection and sustainable recreation in the Green Mountains. Through a mix of community- and brewery-led initiatives, the SIP has given over $3 million to 400-plus nonprofit organizations since 2018.

To learn more about how your donation supports ACORN, visit acornvt.org.