JULY 11TH – Celebrate the summer while shopping local!

When You Support Local Business, You Create a Healthier Community

Every dollar you spend at a local business stays within your community, fueling a positive cycle that strengthens local economies, creates jobs, and supports public services. In fact, when you support a locally-owned business, approximately 68% of your money stays within the community—far more than when you shop at large chains or online retailers. This recirculating money helps create new jobs, better wages, and stronger community wealth.

But the benefits don’t end there. Studies have shown that communities with higher percentages of locally-owned businesses enjoy better outcomes across nearly every social, environmental, and economic indicator. These businesses are more likely to provide jobs with fair wages, make environmentally-conscious decisions, and invest in local causes. Supporting local businesses means fostering a healthy, thriving community—one that is self-reliant and sustainable.