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PRESS RELEASE: Buy Local Launches 912 Day Campaign to Encourage Community to Shop Local

Written by Good Cause Marketing

September 5, 2024

Press Release

SAVANNAH, GA (September 5, 2024) — To highlight the importance of supporting local businesses, Buy Local is kicking off a special 912 Day shopping campaign that will run from Thursday, September 12 through Sunday, September 15, 2024.

Shoppers are encouraged to pick up a free, special edition 912 Day reusable shopping bag at the 912 Day table at the Savannah Chamber of Commerce’s Business Expo on September 12, or to stop by one of the participating local businesses listed below to receive a bag while supplies last. Customers who bring their bag to participating stores and eateries may enjoy exclusive offers throughout the campaign at select locations.

Participating Buy Local members include:

  • Avni Farms (Starland District Bull Street location only)
  • Big Bon Bodega
  • Emily McCarthy Collection
  • The Fancy Pheasant (15% off purchase, excluding art)
  • Howe2Run (10% off purchase, excluding electronics and nutrition)
  • Mint to Be Mojito
  • Morgan Rae Boutique (20% off purchase)
  • The Pirates’ House (free Pirates’ House keychain when shoppers bring their 912 Day bag and make a gift shop purchase)
  • River Street Sweets (Habersham Street Location only)
  • Vendors on Victory (choice of free gift with purchase up to $20 value, while supplies last)

A full list of participating businesses can be found at buylocalsavannah.com/shop-912.

Celebrating its 25th year of empowering independent businesses in Chatham County, Buy Local hopes this fun shopping campaign will encourage the community to learn more about the benefits and positive economic impact of spending with locally owned businesses. Statistics show that local retailers retain 289% more revenue for their area economy than chain stores.

“For every $100 spent at a locally owned business, approximately $68 remains in the local economy,” said Somi Benson-Jaja, 2024 Buy Local President. “This is why we remain committed to supporting and empowering local independent businesses through our advocacy as one of Savannah’s leading member-based business organizations.”

This 912 Day campaign kicks off a flurry of activity for Buy Local, as the organization prepares for its 25th Anniversary Celebration Gala on Thursday, October 10 at the Clyde Venue. More information about that exciting event can be found here, and corporate sponsorship opportunities are available.

For more information about Buy Local, including membership benefits, visit buylocalsavannah.com.

About Buy Local
Buy Local’s mission is to support and empower independent, locally owned and operated businesses in Chatham County, Georgia. Buy Local is committed to preventing the displacement of local businesses by national and global entities and to provide opportunities for local businesses to connect, grow and thrive. Buy Local compromises over 100 businesses that call Chatham County home.