Did you know that independent retailers return more than three times as much money to the local community than a chain competitor?
And if you spend that money online? Your local community hardly sees a dime.
That's why, even though it's tempting to do all your holiday shopping from the comfort of your couch, you should make an effort to spend your holiday dollars locally.
This year's Small Business Saturday takes place November 26. American Express created Small Business Saturday in 2010 as a way to help small businesses get more customers. The celebration has ballooned nationwide, become an annual shopping tradition on the Saturday following Thanksgiving.
“What began twelve years ago as an effort to support local stores during the holiday shopping season has become the Shop Small movement, bringing together millions of shoppers, small businesses of all kinds, civic leaders, and organizations in thousands of towns and cities across the country,” said Elizabeth Rutledge, Chief Marketing Officer at American Express. “Shopping small has a significant and positive effect on local communities, and we hope Small Business Saturday will help to amplify that effect during the crucial holiday shopping season. When we spend local, small businesses thrive. And when small businesses thrive, we all thrive.”
How important are small businesses to our communities? Small businesses that employ 500 people or less account for nearly half of the United States' workforce and gross domestic product, according to the federal Small Business Administration.
That might be hard to picture when you stop in at your favorite local coffee shop or bookstore. But whether you realize it or not, every dollar you spend there actually stimulates your local economy.
Need more reasons to shop local November 26 -- and every day?
We've got them!
Shopping local...
Keeps your community unique
Your community's unique character and personality are shaped by the people and businesses that are there. When you talk about visiting other towns, do you advise people to go there for their chain stores or chain restaurants? Probably not. That's because it's the local stores and restaurants that make a destination unique. By shopping local, you are helping to keep your community vibrant and a draw to visitors.
Offers you more personalized customer service
Every sale makes a difference to a small business owner. That means you can expect top-notch customer service and employees who know their products.
Gives you a chance to support your neighbor
About 20 million people are employed by businesses with 40 people or less, according to the Small Business Administration. When you spend money at a local small business, you're helping pay the wages and benefits of your neighbors.
Means you're supporting local nonprofits
Local business owners care about their community too. And they give back. A 2015 study by Alignable, a free network for small business owners, showed half of the small business owners surveyed planned to give charitably. Of those, 90 percent planned to give to local organizations, while 10 percent planned to donate to national organizations.
Is a treasure hunt!
Sure the chain stores are convenient, but they certainly don't have those one-of-a-kind and unique items you find at local stores -- that piece of "wow" jewelry made by a local artisan, the delicious specialty food made right on-site, or the handmade stuffed animal you know your child will carry everywhere.
FEATURED SMALL BUSINESSES IN LAKEWOOD AND LITTLETON
6044 W Canyon Ave | Littleton, Colorado 80128
303.730.8638
BLACK FRIDAY, SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, CYBER MONDAY SPECIALS
Pay only $75.00 and have $100 to spend in 2023!
- This is our most anticipated sale of the year! Give the timeless gift of beautiful portraits for any occasion. Sandy Puc' Photography has sessions that will accommodate any portrait needs; from maternity to newborn, children to seniors, family, business headshots, and more!
- Certificates expire 10/28/2023. No cash value. Certificates good for all goods and services available at Sandy Puc' Photography except Charity and Mini Session events. Certificates may not be applied to discounted orders, sales already in process, towards previous balances that are due, or sessions that were taken before December 1st, 2022. Expired certificates may only be redeemed for purchased amount. Other restrictions may apply.
- Order any single wall portrait 11x14 or larger from your 2022 session by 12/2/22 and save 50%! Portraits from this sale will be ordered in January and be delivered by February 15th.
- Available for images taken in 2022 ONLY. Can preorder if the session will be completed before December 31st 2022.
PLUS, BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY SESSIONS NOW!
LIMITED EDITION FAMILY HOLIDAY SESSION
This holiday theme session is perfect for the budget-conscious family looking for a fun way to capture the seasonal magic. Sessions take place in our Littleton studio and we have 4 family size backdrops to choose from including:
- Tree Farm: A fun outdoor look perfect for winter attire
- Brick Mantle: Beautiful living room trimmed in reds, greens and golds
- Brown Door: Beautiful outdoor scene with a festive trimmed door
- Winter Wonderland: Cool-toned outdoor snow scene, perfect for winter attire
- White Brick Wall: whitewashed brick wall with white couch and tree
- Classic Grey or Tan: Simple solid backdrops for a more traditional look
CHILDREN'S HOLIDAY MINI SESSIONS
This children's session is perfect for the budget-conscious client looking for a fun way to capture the seasonal magic. Sessions take place in our Littleton studio and we have 6 child size backdrops to choose from.
BABY'S FIRST CHRISTMAS PORTRAIT SESSION
At Sandy Puc' Photography we LOVE babies and each year we offer a free session and a $100 package credit to babies that are born in 2022 before December 31st. We have 5 miniature backdrop options that are perfect for posing your new little one.
1500 W Littleton Blvd. #207 | Littleton Co 80120
720.276.0562
BLACK FRIDAY, SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY, CYBER MONDAY SPECIALS
Left Foot New Student Introductory Special
$135.00 for only $45.00!
This package is a great way to try out different possibilities for finding the perfect dance that fits you, and it is excellent for singles and couples. From the new student with two left feet, to the experienced dancer, this is a great way to get dancing.
This package includes:
- Two 25 minute individual sessions,
- One 1 hr. group class session
- One practice dance party session
You should feel great about spending money at local stores this holiday season -- after all, you're giving back to your community too!
