Boynton Beach Insider

We know that in this digital age we need to make a conscious effort to shop local and utilize local services. Here at the BBCRA, we use #SupportLocal a lot. But why does supporting local business really matter? Shopping local isn’t just about transactions – it’s about investing in our community. When you shop local you empower the local economy and preserve the unique identity that makes Boynton Beach special.

Here are 8 reasons why you should support local businesses in Boynton Beach:

1. Local Businesses Creates More Jobs

Small locally owned business creates more jobs locally! By supporting local, you help the businesses grow, and ensure the employees maintain stable work. This helps to increase the jobs opportunities in our city and opens up employment opportunities for our local residents. By patronizing local establishments, we contribute to stable employment levels for our community members.

2. Keep Money in The Community

When we spend locally, money circulates within the community, amplifying economic activity, increasing salaries, and boosting the local tax base. When compared to major corporations and chain stores, local Boynton Beach businesses recycle a big share on their revenue back into our thriving economy. The money stays local, enriching the entire community.

3. Give Back to Our Local Community

Local businesses are more inclined to contribute to local charities and fundraisers compared to national chains. The people who run our local businesses are local residents. They are engaged members of our community and believe in giving back. They play a significant role in supporting our local charities and causes.

4. Keep our Community Unique

Supporting local retailers preserves the distinctive character of communities, fostering a sense of pride and identity. Major corporations and chains don’t add to the individuality of our city. Our local businesses are unique and diverse and reflect the community they exist within. When you support local, you help preserve the identity and character of Boynton Beach.

5. Support Entrepreneurs

Small business owners are innovative entrepreneurs. To stay afloat of the competition, they stand out, creating new products and taking customers’ specific needs into account, they also tailor to local preferences and requests. This entrepreneurial spirit is vital for long-term community prosperity.

6. Reduce Environmental Impacts

In Boynton Beach, our local small businesses make more local purchases. Locally sourced materials and products promote sustainability and contribute to cleaner, healthier environments. This leads to less transportation, pollution, and congestion.

7. Better Customer Service

Local businesses prioritize personalized service, building lasting relationships with customers, unlike standardized approaches of national chains.

When it comes to our small business owners, all purchases, services, and reviews matter. They care about each customer, taking the time to really get to know them and their needs. This makes for an overall pleasant experience.

8. Put your taxes to good use

When you purchase from our local businesses, your sales tax goes back into our local economy. Your money is going to things like Boynton Beach schools, roads, and other public services that you’ll benefit from.

Boynton Beach has a thriving local business community that is made up of a variety of different sectors. Whether you are grabbing a cup of coffee at a cozy café, browsing unique finds at one of the local boutiques, getting a beauty service from a local spa or salon, or dining at a family-owned restaurant, every purchase you make contributes to the fabric of our community.

Together, we can show appreciate for our local businesses by choosing to spend our dollars right here in Boynton Beach. Check out our business directory to learn more about some of the fantastic local businesses that operate within the BBCRA area. Also, be sure to save the date for our upcoming business promotional activations – Rock the Plaza at Ocean Plaza and Rock the Marina.