‘Tis the season to plan your gift list! With the holiday season now in full swing, let's keep small businesses top of mind when tackling our shopping lists.
It's no secret that over the past 3 years, the pandemic has impacted our country's many small businesses in numerous challenging ways. While there's no arguing that online shopping can be convenient, it's important to shop locally this holiday season to:
• Support the community
• Shop sustainably
• Receive better customer service
• Find more unique, locally made / sourced products
• Get to know the face behind the business and people in your local community
• Reduce your carbon footprint
Supporting small businesses is a win for you and for your community. Don’t forget to consider local restaurants, coffee shops, gyms, and spas for gift cards and stocking stuffers. No matter what you buy, if you shop local, you're putting your money where your home is, and that’s the best gift of all.
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