This time of year we know many consumers decide to go online looking for the best deal. We understand. Times have been difficult and every extra penny helps.
While we appreciate getting a good deal as much as the next guy, we also understand that it's the local economies around this nation that allow the nation's economy to sustain as a whole. As a local business, we are solely dependent on our local customer to come to us for their toy needs and sustain us as a business. Fortunately, local customers have done just that for 22 years now and we are so grateful for having had the opportunity to serve you.
What is the alternative? If you don't shop local (Target, Wal-Mart don't count), those dollars go elsewhere – namely big retailers and places outside of the local area, and in some cases, out of the U.S. altogether.
We ask that when you are considering that next purchase, you pause for a moment and really think about what local business might have that product you need or want. And when making that buying decision, please also be sure and consider not only the product and its costs, but also weigh in the fact that when you buy local, you're doing something positive for your local community.
Remember these numbers too — For every $100 spent at a locally-owned business, $68 stays in the local economy through taxes, payroll, and other expenditures. Compare that to only $43 if you spend at a national chain. With online purchases, ZERO dollars stay local.
If you'd like more information on buying local, there's a great resource called the 3/50 Project. This organization's motto is simple, "Saving the Brick and Mortars Our Nation Is Built On." Notice how it says "is" built on, not was. We need to continue that trend going forward. Thanks for supporting your local businesses!
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