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Economic Impact Studies
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Research backing up the tangible economic benefits of locally owned, independent businesses
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Links
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Links to organizations which might be of interest
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Local First Vermont Logos
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JPG and GIF files of color and B&W logos.
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Independents Week Resources
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Declaration of Independents, Indie Week flyer, Indie Challenge sign-up sheet, Indie Bingo gamecard, Letter to the Editor template
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Independents Week News Coverage
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Newspaper and TV articles about Local First Vermont and Independents Week.
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Growing Vermont Press Release
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Details and contact information for student-operated, Vermont products store at UVM.
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Holiday '07 Radio Ad no VO
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Holiday '07 radio ad without Gov. Douglas voiceover. Use this file to create your own radio ad featuring your voice and your business.
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Holiday '07 Radio Ad w/Gov.
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Holiday '07 radio ad with voiceover by Gov. Jim Douglas.
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Maps of Farmers Markets, CSAs and Co-ops
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Maps and Guides for sustainable agriculture and local food organizations in Vermont.
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Local First Vermont Materials Price List
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Price list for ordering bookmarks, brochures, bumper stickers, etc.
Local First Fact
In study after study, researchers have found that the economic impact of shopping for goods and services at locally-owned businesses is significantly greater than at non-local alternatives. For instance, in Austin, TX Civic Economics found that for every $100 spent at a local bookstore $45 stayed local, but for every $100 spent at a chain store only $13 stayed local. Transfering some of this money from chain or internet businesses to local businesses can have a huge impact! Think Local First!
