How to Support Small Businesses (Even for Free!) While Social Distancing
If there's a small business you love, now is the time to show them some love and support. And it doesn't even have to cost you a penny. Here's how you can support small businesses during tough times. Of course, if you have the money to spend on something you need, a small business could use it. Small business owners are struggling right now. Many small businesses have struggled to keep their businesses alive despite social distancing, such as with delivery or pickup options. Still, many struggle to stay afloat. They have to feed families and pay employees. And many self-employed entrepreneurs are not eligible for benefits such as unemployment. Also, small businesses tend to be more sustainable and unique. They support your local community and often give back to charities more than larger companies. And when you buy from a small business, 48% of that profit goes back to the community, compared to just 14% of profits from large retailers. I know this post i...