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Buy Local Coalition Pay It Forward Locally. Spend It Here, Keep It Here! Tens of thousands of independent, locally owned businesses have closed in the last decade. Please join us!

Over the last few years, citizens in hundreds of communities nationwide have organized to build public awareness of the benefits of buying local. When asked to name a favorite restaurant or shop, it's typically a unique, local business. These businesses define our sense of place, but we often forget that their survival depends on our patronage. Local owners, typically having invested much of their

life savings in their businesses, have a natural interest in the community's long term health. Each time we spend a dollar, we must weigh the full value of our choices, not solely for ourselves, but for the future we want for our communities. Independent local businesses employ an array of supporting services. They hire architects, sign makers, contractors, accountants, insurance brokers, garbage companies, attorneys and advertising agencies. A chain store typically is a clone of other units, eliminates the need for local planning and requires little in the way of local services such as advertising or banking. Their profits are exported. On the other hand, local businesses are more likely to utilize other local businesses, which creates local jobs and preserves economic diversity. They also donate more money to non profits and are more accountable to their communities. We are a group of locally owned and operated businesses in York, Adams, Lancaster, Cumberland and Dauphin Counties. Our goal is to educate the public about the benefits of spending money with local businesses. We are committed to using local vendors as often as possible and encourage other businesses and individuals in the community to do the same. We are a 501c6 non-profit organization. Most people find it hard to believe that membership is completely free. We’re able to do this thanks to the generosity of our partners. Our meeting places, entertainment, education, advertising and food is provided by our partners.

Congrats Taste2Tour!!!
31/10/2025

Congrats Taste2Tour!!!

Ales for Tails 2025 raised $26,790 🎉 The event, presented by the Buy Local Coalition, was held on August 9th at Gift Hor...
29/10/2025

Ales for Tails 2025 raised $26,790 🎉

The event, presented by the Buy Local Coalition, was held on August 9th at Gift Horse Brewing Company in Downtown York, PA.

The Ales for Tails Crew is grateful for the tremendous support received by community members and businesses that came out to volunteer and donate towards the event!!

The monies raised will be divided equally among three wonderful pet related organizations: SNORT - Short Noses Only Rescue Team, Zoey’s Fund (Zoey's Run and 1 mile dog walk) and Cover Six Canines!

Congratulations Yorktowne Settlement Co
27/10/2025

Congratulations Yorktowne Settlement Co

You can take Libby out of construction, but you can't take construction out of Libby! Stop by and visit Libby at Betsy's...
22/10/2025

You can take Libby out of construction, but you can't take construction out of Libby!

Stop by and visit Libby at Betsy's Bookshelf, New & Used Books in York, PA, still open during sidewalk construction!

20/10/2025

This past weekend, The Prez and a few other Buy Local Coalition members attended the York Literacy Institute Heroes and Villains event, and well.. this is what happened...

Please Welcome the Newest Member to the Buy Local Coalition: Better Cloud Bookkeeping Based in Glen Rock and serving Sou...
20/10/2025

Please Welcome the Newest Member to the Buy Local Coalition: Better Cloud Bookkeeping

Based in Glen Rock and serving Southern York County, our remote bookkeeping services deliver professional financial management at a fraction of the cost of in-house staff. We understand that every penny counts. Our remote bookkeeping services help you save money while maintaining professional financial management.

Our cloud-based approach means your financial data is always accessible, secure, and up-to-date. Work with the latest accounting software without the overhead costs.

Real-time access to your financial information
Secure cloud-based storage and backup
Latest accounting software without licensing fees
Mobile and desktop accessibility
QuickBooks Online ProAdvisor Level 2

Please Welcome the Newest Member to the Buy Local Coalition: Club Encourage Gifts Club Encourage Gifts is a concierge gi...
20/10/2025

Please Welcome the Newest Member to the Buy Local Coalition: Club Encourage Gifts

Club Encourage Gifts is a concierge gift service creating personalized gifts for individuals and businesses. We specialize in unique corporate gifts that make lasting impressions—perfect for clients, customers, vendor events, employees, and referrals. In addition to our curated gift boxes, we also offer a wide selection of promotional products to elevate your brand.

Looking for Corporate Holiday Gifts? Check out our Holiday Gift Book on the front page of our website — clubencourage.com.

It’s not just a gift. It’s the perfect gift.

Thank you Easterseals of Western & Central PA for hosting our October Mixer. Thank you Out Door Country Club for a great...
17/10/2025

Thank you Easterseals of Western & Central PA for hosting our October Mixer. Thank you Out Door Country Club for a great venue and spread!

Thank you Easterseals of Western & Central PA and Out Door Country Club for a great Network Mixer last night! Thank you ...
16/10/2025

Thank you Easterseals of Western & Central PA and Out Door Country Club for a great Network Mixer last night! Thank you to all that attended!

Members 1st Federal Credit Union
The Janus School
On-Site Auto Sales
Heritage Valley Federal Credit Union
Jim Phipps
Club Encourage Gifts
Vaughn Crouse - Destination Gettysburg
Jen Fullem, MS, NP-C
Our York Media
Kocman Insurance Group
Frank's Marble and Granite
Doceo
First Capital Federal Credit Union
FirstCap Gives Back Foundation
White Rose Leadership Institute
Give Local York
Good Apple Insurance
1881 Salt Sanctuary
All Care Carpet Cleaning
7 Spices DONER KEBAB
United Way of York County
Gift Horse Brewing Company
R&T Home Improvement
Firefly Hollow Holistic Wellness Center
E&S Plumbing and Heating
White Rose Settlement Services, Inc.
Michelle L. Kreeger, State Farm Agent
Restuccia Construction Services
Frankton Wiring and Security
MBIT Group
Mid-Atlantic Media Hub
See Me Rolling
Alternative HR
R. L. Addlesberger Roofing LLC
Rineer Designs
Hayman Creative Studio
York Habitat ReStore
The Patton Group

Build Your Own Cannoli, only at Bari Orchard at Central Market York 😲🤯😍😍❤️❤️❤️
10/10/2025

Build Your Own Cannoli, only at Bari Orchard at Central Market York 😲🤯😍😍❤️❤️❤️

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