Shift Local Pledge
If Cape Codders shifted at least 10% of their retail spending from corporations to local retailers it would generate $112 million more for the local economy!
Will you take the 2025 Shift Local Pledge?
Join us for the Third Annual Shift Local Pledge! Once again, we’re inviting Cape Codders to commit to shifting at least 10% of their holiday gift budget to locally owned businesses. Let’s make an even bigger impact this holiday season!
We’re inviting Cape Codders to come together once again to make a meaningful impact by shifting spending to locally owned businesses. The 2025 Shift Local Pledge launches in late November—sign the pledge today and we’ll follow up with all the details when the campaign begins!
In just two years, this movement has generated over $342,000 in local spending, strengthening Cape Cod’s small business community and proving the power of intentional shopping.
Your commitment goes beyond individual purchases—it keeps money circulating within our region, supporting jobs, wages, and the independent businesses that make Cape Cod unique. From jewelry and art to books, fitness classes, and gift certificates, every choice you make adds up to a stronger, more resilient local economy.
Be part of the movement this holiday season—sign the pledge now and help keep Cape Cod thriving.
2024 Impact Stats from 143 Participants
62%
Holiday Budgets Spent Locally
203
Local Businesses Supported
$165,737
Invested in Local Economy
Thank you to The Cooperative Bank of Cape Cod for your sponsorship of this initiative!
Why Shift Local?
Supporting local businesses isn’t just about making purchases; it’s about investing in the well-being of our community. Money spent locally circulates within the Cape Cod economy, going toward local wages, taxes, and reinvestment. This ripple effect strengthens our community by creating jobs, sustaining local services, and nurturing the unique character of Cape Cod.
Local businesses are more than just shops; they are community hubs where friends and neighbors connect. When you buy locally, you’re contributing to a sense of community that goes beyond a single transaction. The Shift Local Pledge is about empowering our community and reinforcing the value of our small businesses.
Our research has shown that a small shift in expenditures would result in a remarkable boost to the local economy; this campaign isn't just about encouraging people to shop locally; it's about catalyzing positive change for the entire community.
When individuals, businesses, organizations, and institutions come together to support local businesses, they contribute to building stronger, more resilient communities. The ripple effect of such collective action is profound. Local businesses thrive, create jobs, and are better able to invest in the community, whether through sponsorships, donations, or simply providing a welcoming space for neighbors to connect.
Local businesses are the heart and soul of any community. They provide unique products and services, bring character to neighborhoods, and are owned and operated by people who live in and care about the area, beyond a single transaction. When you support local businesses, you're not just making a transaction; you're supporting your neighbors, friends, and family. The 10% Shift campaign emphasizes the value of these businesses and the role they play in enriching the Cape Cod experience.