Why Buy Local?
Below are a few reasons for shopping and buying locally in NYS
- Economic:
Products made in New York State and purchased by New Yorkers keeps our
money in state
- Almost half the dollars spent in small locally owned NY
businesses returns back to the community
- By boosting your local economy you can help increase both you
and your neighbor's standard of living
- A local merchant is more likely to be spend locally therefore
potentially benefitting your business
- Small local businesses are the largest employer nationally and
in your community
- Social:
Purchasing local is about personal relationships and can
strengthen a city, town, village and community
- If you buy items or services from a locally run business, you
can interact with the folks who make and service the product
- Large chains sell goods which are many times imported from
foreign (sometimes hostile) countries
- Local businesses are owned by folks who live in your area, and
are more interested in your town, village or city’s future
- Environmental:
Buying products and services from far off places means longer
transportation routes
- Buying locally reduces environmental footprint
- NYS environmental guidelines are generally (a tad bit) stricter
than say China or India
- Service:
- Local businesses many times hire employees with a better
understanding of the products they sell and take an interest in
getting to know their customers
- Heritage:
- Unique one-of-a-kind small businesses are a vital part of the
distinctive character of your hometown