Pick 3. Spend 50. Save your Local Economy...The 3/50 project

Love the post Michael, for over 20 years I have said that one particular World-wide retailer that claims to have the lowest prices anywhere is EVIL because of all the people they put out of business!!!

Hi Michael - Really interesting.  Unfortunately, I HATE to shop, and shopping online is available late at night and in the wee hours of the morning, which are the times I have available, so that is where I will probably always do the majority of my shopping.  I do spend a little here and there in some small stores though (but probably not $50 a mnth).

Michael,

I'll have to pass along that web address.  That's a great idea and it looks like it would make a big difference.

Great idea and I do that anyway. I don't know about the real effect it has on anyone.

Michael,

Great post. It is so important to be supportive of our communities. 

Thank you for the help and especially the email when I was shopping for a lens recently for my camera.  You were sooo much help!  I appreciate you!

Michael,

I often meet client and potential clients at a locally owned coffee establishment. Like many coffee houses, if I can use that term, that a part of a national chain, this place offers wireless internet, good coffee, delicious pastries, tables where you can meet and talk business. They also offer soups and hand-made sandwiches. It is a great place to meet with real estate clients, set up my laptop and poor over listings, review market information and prepare to set off to look at houses.

A bonus...the money I spend goes to a local business and stays in my community.

John Juarez, REALTOR

Windermere Properties of the East Bay

John@CarlMedford.com

510-673-0686

GREAT, Michael! I'm a big supporter of local vendors and suppliers, and would choose to antique shop or buy from a local business than a big chain any day. What a great explanation of an easy way we can do our part within our own communities and make a difference.

Michael, I support my local businesses. This is a great post and reminder to all to support local businesses.

Michael - Great concept. Thanks for sharing. Have a great Thanksgiving.

JP

Michael-I haven't heard about this before.  I saw Rebecca's reblog and I am going to use for a re-blog too.  Thanks Michael!

Michael, I love this idea and heard about it years ago. I'm going re-blog it to share with my local associates. Thanks!

Michael,  I have always tried to support local businesses and I think your concept of pick 3 and spend 50 is excellent.  I saw this on Ashley's re-blog and I plan on re-blogging it too.

Thanks for showing us how to  get involved personally with Localism! I'll also check out the site !

Hi Michael -- I missed this original post, but just read's a re-blog of it. I agree with you 100%. Our vibrant downtown draws people to San Carlos, and it's important to help keep it that way. Besides, it's fun to get to know our local business owners.

Hi Michael, thanks for sharing this idea and the site.  I hadn't heard about it before but will spread the word!  It's the small businesses that always suffer the most when times are tough.

This is a great idea... and we are doing something just like this on the east coast... I hope it catches on everywhere... now this will stimulate local businesses. 

Hi Michael - This is an idea that could really catch on through social media and make an impact in so many cities. Thanks for sharing the site!

Thanks for the information. I just shared this on my Facebook page.

Thanks for passing along the information. I will definitely share on my blog and fan page