What better time than 2020 to Shop Small Business—this Saturday, and forever.
The same reasons Small Business Saturday started are still true in 2020. The facts are:
- more than 90% of small businesses give back to their communities
- about $60 of every $100 spent at local retailers stays in your community (compared to $43 spent at chain stores and $0 for online)
It’s no secret that many small shops are struggling in 2020. Do you like commercial streets in your neighborhood? No time like the present to buy a gift, and maybe you deserve one too, eh? Win/win!
And, our personal fave, small businesses care. They care about you, and they care about the community, they don’t give what they have for tax reasons, they give because they want to.
- Non-profit organizations receivede an average of 250% more support from smaller business owners than larger businesses.
So, where to start? Oh, you know us, we have some ideas.😉
Like clothes, if you don’t like our suggestions, don’t go there, our feelings are not hurt but, if you do, know that these businesses will really appreciate your support, and you will get everything kind of good to return.
For Everyone on your list!
Alexander Book(LOCAL): Because, well, books are never bad, they have a great selection, before covid, they did a great job on the packaging-it might not be a thing in 2020, but, that’s not their decision.
Divinely Crafted: For the simple reason that their Hair and Body Butter is reasonable and I’m obsessed. And supporting Black Owned Small Businesses is still important.
Real Naked: Because if you want an insanely soft bra—in a pandemic and beyond, this is it. (ProTip: Order a size up in the bralet-S is like a 30) And Black Small Business Matters.
Aiken (LOCAL): Because sustainable things, and well-curated appreciate well-curated. Also men, women and children. Gift Certificates are great too 🙂
Various Cliffs (LOCAL): Because puzzles, board games, vintage inspired toys, stocking stuffers, quality pots, pans and all things kitchen, crafting is a thing…and yes, hammer and nails too.
RedStart Custom Jewelry(LOCAL): Because they do it and they do it well, and they’ll recognize you wearing a mask in front of their home. Bring them your vision, they will do it, and do it well.
Button Down(LOCAL): Because good small business neighbors matter. Because traveling in Europe is not much of a thing, so go here. And, now they have a Barber Shop!
Town and Country Tennis (Palo Alto): Being the best neighbors, and the best stringers for Stanford Men’s Tennis, because they know tennis, and because we’re not in Town & Country anymore, but there are some great shops there, and a trip out of town can be fun! Because central management is “interesting” but small businesses certainly aren’t!
Wink(LOCAL): Because form, function and whimsy, all in one place.
Baboo(LOCAL): Because chances are the person you thought had it all…didn’t. And, because, really, who doesn’t want a swing in their home?!?! (Former neighbor)
Paper Kite: Because love is a thing, because old colleagues have moved away and become dear friends, because this is the best store ever
And because behind every small business, there are real people who are passionate and love you and love what they do,
and before 2020 that is enough, and in 2020 we will see. There are many “us” and we will all have fun, little or big fun, shopping small. in 2020!
In conclusion, shop small, enjoy today, and every day.
One last entry, also near and dear to my heart, a small business with an attached non-profit that supports children. Buy something, donate just because you have some spare change, and small businesses are changing the world, and this is leading the way.
SF Skate Club (LOCAL): Because they have a store, a camp program (yes, moms and dads they have winter programs), and a non-profit, and, because sometimes, when something seems too good to be true, it is. only. Do you know someone who skates? Support the little one here.
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