Shop Local Raleigh promotes locally-owned and operated businesses and works to educate consumers, business owners and the Raleigh community about the many benefits of spending locally. Locally-owned and independently operated businesses offer so many benefits that make our community better and economy stronger. They … • Have more character • Create more jobs • Offer better customer service • Require less infrastructure investment • Make a smaller footprint on the environment • Increase competition, diversity and choices • Keep our dollars circulating locally SHOW SOME LOCAL LOVE!!!!