Purchasing products locally improves the well-being of local communities. Local businesses are more likely to have a dedicated investment in their town and support local non-profit organizations in the area.
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Buying local: an investment in your town’s well-being
Be green-friendly: spend a dollar locally
Buying products from local retailers can help the environment by reducing our overall carbon impact. Local businesses usually purchase their products locally, requiring less transportation and reducing harmful carbon emissions from being released.
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An easy way to give your economy a boost
Spending your money locally has a more substantial, positive impact on your local town's economy than when you make purchases at larger retailers or chain stores.
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Want to start your own business? There’s a free class for that.
Drake offers free program on how to start a small business
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