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Your Local Dollars Matter.

Shopping local is so much more than spending money around town — it's meeting new people, supporting life-long dreamers, and getting to know your neighbors. Show your community just how much you care by spending your dollars locally.

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Small Business Owners

Shopping Local Matters in Downtown Wheaton

Small businesses give 250% more to community causes than large businesses. 

82% of consumers say they would spend more money to support local businesses.

68% or 68 out of every $100 spent at local stores remains in the local economy.

70% of consumers shop locally to boost the economy.

28% of shoppers buy locally for better service, and 19% to support local nonprofits.

Dollars spent at independent businesses can recirculate 6 to 15 times in the local economy

Sources

M. (CBC), Y. (2024, October 23). 9+ powerful shopping local statistics:  A must know in 2024.  BusinessDasher

Shopping Local Statistics (2024): Benefits of buying & supporting.  Capital One Shopping.  (2024, November 6).

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