Community Engagement: Support local businesses

Key Results

• Visit 10 different local businesses in the next 3 months
  Start value: 0, Target value: 10, Notification frequency: Monthly
• Spend at least $200 at local businesses each month using Buy Local programs
  Start value: 0, Target value: $ 200, Notification frequency: Monthly
• Write and post 5 positive reviews for local businesses on Yelp
  Start value: 0, Target value: 5, Notification frequency: Monthly
• Refer 5 friends or family members to local businesses using ReferralCandy
  Start value: 0, Target value: 5, Notification frequency: Monthly
• Create 3 video testimonials for local businesses using YouTube
  Start value: 0, Target value: 3, Notification frequency: Quarterly
• Purchase and use gift cards from 4 local businesses using Giftly
  Start value: 0, Target value: 4, Notification frequency: Quarterly
• Donate $100 to a local business support fund using GoFundMe
  Start value: 0, Target value: $ 100, Notification frequency: Monthly

Initiatives

• Create a local business directory using Google My Maps
  Use Google My Maps to create and share a directory of local businesses, highlighting their locations and offerings.
• Set up a monthly “Shop Local Saturday” in your community
  Encourage community members to participate in a “Shop Local Saturday” each month, promoting local businesses and special deals.
• Create a blog or newsletter showcasing local business stories using Substack
  Start a blog or newsletter on Substack to tell the stories of local businesses and their impact on the community.
• Develop a local business loyalty program using Square
  Set up a loyalty program for local businesses using Square, offering rewards or discounts to repeat customers.
• Purchase gift cards from local businesses for personal use or gifts
  Buy gift cards from local businesses to use for yourself or as gifts, supporting them financially even when you’re not shopping.
• Create a “Local Business of the Week” spotlight in community spaces using Nextdoor
  Feature a “Local Business of the Week” in your neighborhood or online community spaces, using Nextdoor to share highlights and promotions.
• Host a community scavenger hunt featuring local shops and cafes
  Organize a scavenger hunt that guides participants through local shops and cafes, providing clues and prizes to encourage visits.
• Participate in a local business support group on Facebook
  Join or create a Facebook group focused on supporting and promoting local businesses, where members can share experiences and recommendations.