Local Starts With You

It starts with a mindset. It starts by believing that you make a difference right here in the community that you live in, with the money that you spend, and the choices you make. Realize the powerful impact your decisions can have, and you use that power to make our home the best place it can be!

WHY LOCAL MATTERS

Local Coupon Book

Member Stories

How Can You Help?

Support the local, independent businesses you know and love here in the Ithaca area.

A few simples changes in your life can make a huge difference!

Commit to shifting just 10% of your purchases! Find and patronize a locally owned business whenever possible.
Dine at a local, independent restaurant and treat yourself to a unique and personal dining experience.
When you shop online with out-of state companies, it doesn’t contribute a dime to the local economy. Check for members who offer the same products locally.

Use our member directory to locate businesses offering specific goods or services you are looking for.
Tell your associates, family, and friends about the local movement. We all create our communities. Let’s create a strong and vibrant community for ourselves and those who follow.
Support Local First Ithaca by joining the organization as a business, non-profit, or supporting member!

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If you think about it, this is The only place in the world you’ll find these businesses!