The Greater Hewitt Chamber is all about supporting local businesses and this day is set aside to emphasize the importance of shopping local now more than ever.
Special thanks for our 2024 Shop Small campaign sponsors: City of Hewitt and Locals Love Us
Social Media contest: Tag @greaterhewittchamber in your shop small local posts on Saturday, November 30th for a chance to win a gift package!
Many shoppers opt for big box stores on Black Friday, knowing that there’ll be sales on common holiday gifts. Small businesses sometimes offer many similar discounts — but without the marketing dollars to display the price cuts, they’re often left out in the cold. If you were planning on purchasing a TV this holiday season, try calling your local electronics store to see if they’re offering any discounts first.
Social media is a wonderful way to share our daily lives with friends, but sometimes, letting them know about a good deal from an e-commerce giant or a big box store can feel like advertising. With small businesses, it’s different: Instead of contributing to some corporation’s bottom line, you can rest easy knowing that you’re helping a neighbor succeed.
Small Business Saturday only lasts for one day, but you’re now acquainted with your local shops. Don’t let another year pass before your next visit! For small businesses to succeed, they need our support through the year.
99.7% of all U.S. businesses are small businesses
The land of opportunity and entrepreneurs, 99.7% of all businesses in the U.S. are small businesses. When we think small businesses, our minds might automatically wander to the mom-and-pop shop on the corner of the block, but what about the ever-famous-ever-growing Silicon Valley? A large amount of small businesses within the United States are startups and tech-based, popping up in California, New York, and everywhere in between.
64% of new jobs created in the U.S. between 1993 and 2011 were from small businesses
A business can’t run without the people keeping it afloat, and with all of the new startups being created almost every day, it’s no wonder small businesses account for employing the most people in the United States! The inception of each new business creates a bunch of new jobs along with it, needing someone with the appropriate skills to fill the position. So when you support small businesses, you support the many people helping to keep it running.
Small businesses donate 250% more to non-profits and community causes
Small businesses have a personal connection to their community, as their companies are usually supported by the locals surrounding them. Donating to charity allows them to give back to the community that gives to them, as well as getting some philanthropy points and spreading awareness of their business’s existence and values.
Sponsorships are GHCOC members. Sponsorships are limited to 6 spaces.
SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY CAMPAIGN | NOVEMBER Support local businesses and help the chamber spread awareness of shopping local in November!
Projected Impressions: 10,000+
Presenting Sponsor $400 – 1 available
Gold Sponsor $250 – 2 available
Silver Sponsor $125 – 3 available