Gift Ideas that Support Female Entrepreneurs
The holidays are a great time to support local womxn entrepreneurs. Odds are that if you’re browsing Amazon or Target for a gift that isn’t ultra specific, you can find what you’re looking for from a local lady (sorry, no locally-made PS5 here!). Books, jewelry, food, and art can be found in your own backyard so easily, you don’t have to break a sweat to support local entrepreneurs.
Maybe the easiest thing to do is check out our very own database of female entrepreneurs! By browsing the Who’s That Gal archives, you’re sure to find all kinds of gifts that support independent businesses. Bonus! They all come with a book recommendation.
Props to She + Geeks Out for creating this super informative list and interactive map of women-owned Boston businesses! You can even submit your business to be part of the listing.
Google your local neighborhood business association. They usually have a Facebook page where they post events like holiday strolls and local business events.
Reallocating money you would otherwise spend on Amazon to local female entrepreneurs sustains your community, and helps your neighbors in this especially stressful and trying time for small businesses. All it requires is a shift in thinking. Looking to cater your holiday meal? Google “women-owned caterers” and you’ll have a bunch of delicious options. Want to send some self-care this holiday season? We guarantee there are several women making small batch beauty products that rival Sephora.
With just a little change in thinking about where you source your gifts, you can provide a happy holiday for your loved ones and the female small business owners in your community.
Becky Holder is a content contributor for JUGs and works in education. In her free time she looks for the next best cup of coffee and great food. Follow along @rebeccalizholder on Instagram.
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