The holiday season is here, and there is no better time to support the vibrant, independent eateries, shops, and small businesses that give Gloucester City its unique character. This year, consider giving gifts or experiences that matter not only to your loved ones but also to your neighbors, your community, and the local businesses that help keep our city thriving.
And with so many great options right here in town — from award-winning candy and Gloucester City–made hot sauce to home-improvement essentials, floral gifts, and a wide variety of restaurants and pubs, you do not have to leave the city to score great holiday gifts.
Why Shopping Local Makes a Difference
According to a Small Business Economic Impact Study by American Express, about 68 cents of every dollar spent at a small business stays in the local community. Shopping close to home helps keep money circulating in Gloucester City and strengthens our local economy.
The U.S. Small Business Administration reports that small businesses account for 44 percent of U.S. economic activity and generate a large share of new jobs nationwide. This makes every holiday purchase from a Gloucester City business an investment in local jobs and economic stability.
Shopping local is more than a feel-good sentiment. It has a real and measurable impact on the success of our families, our businesses, and our shared future. As Mayor Dayl Baile explains, “Shopping local means supporting the people who live and work here, and it also supports the small businesses that sponsor our youth sports teams, community events, charity efforts, and many of the traditions that make Gloucester City such a special place to call home.”