Local businesses support the Arlington community, day in and day out. Every time you decide to shop local first you support the businesses that support the schools, the sports teams, the non-profits, the churches. Local businesses enhance Arlington’s sustainability and build an even stronger and more vibrant community in which to live and work. Find out more here.
That’s why the Arlington Chamber created its gift certificate program, Shop Arlington First.
Just look at what Shop Arlington First has accomplished since its début in 2004:
- More than $104,000 worth of certificates sold
- More than $70,000 (67%) redeemed - money invested and circulated in our town
Why shop locally?
When you spend $100 at local Arlington businesses, $68 stays in Arlington.
When you spend $100 at non-local businesses, only $43 stays in Arlington.
(SOURCE: National statistics from a 2004 study commissioned by the Andersonville, Michigan Chamber)
Build community and support your local stores by buying Shop Arlington First gift certificates:
When you receive a Shop Arlington First gift certificate, the choice of where to spend it is yours. Click here to find out where! |
