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How You Can Support
Now more than ever, our communities must show up with intention and solidarity. “Supporting local businesses is a powerful and immediate way to show that small businesses are valued members of Minnesota. Here are practical ways to help:
🛍️ Buy In Person
Visit local shops, restaurants, markets and services – showing up in person boosts revenue.
📞 Order Online or By Phone
Many businesses have adapted by offering delivery, pick-up, or online ordering. Choosing local alternatives keeps dollars circulating within the community.
🗣️ Spread the Word
Share your favorite local business on social media, write a positive review, or recommend them to friends and neighbors. Word of mouth matters.
📍 Explore Neighborhood Hubs
Make it a point to explore and support businesses along:
- Lake Street (Minneapolis)
- Central Avenue (Minneapolis)
- Payne Avenue (Saint Paul)
- Richfield & Bloomington commercial corridors
- To name a few
💡 Advocate for Policy Solutions
Support local measures and policies that protect small businesses.
Why It Matters
Business corridors like Lake Street, Central Avenue, Payne Avenue in Saint Paul, and neighborhoods in Richfield and Bloomington are more than just places to shop or eat — they are community hubs. They provide jobs, cultural connection, and economic stability for families who have invested their lives in Minnesota. When these businesses suffer, the impact ripples through entire neighborhoods.
People First — Community Always
LEDC stands with small business owners in this difficult period. We believe that people always come first. Our economy, our neighborhoods, and our shared future depend on thriving local businesses where entrepreneurship and community resilience intersect.
Let’s keep supporting one another — proudly, safely, and with purpose. Shop local, recommend your favorites, and remind your neighbors that economic vitality is a collective responsibility.
Together, we are stronger.
