Why Buy Local?

Many people do not realize that buying from local companies is a simple yet effective way to strengthen the local economy.  There are many well-documented benefits to our communities and to each of us to choosing local, independently owned businesses.

Here are just a few benefits:

• Buying from local companies produce more keeps more money in the local economy, creates jobs, andexpands the local tax base.
  
• Supporting local companies preserves the economic diversity of our communities and the unique character of our neighborhoods.
  
• Local companies are committed to investing in the future of their neighborhoods and donate more money to local nonprofits and are more accountable to their communities.
  
• Buying locally produced goods reduces the need to ship goods from thousands of miles away thus saving fuel.
• Local entrepreneurship serves as a key means for families to move out of low-wage jobs.
• Local companies are more likely to utilize local advertisement vehicles and other in-town services.