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3r Blogging — ... the weekend. Why? Well, let's face it, the Federal Government is getting larger as the private sector is shrinking. People who work for the Federal Government in the area have some serious job security and the money these worker make seems to be helping to prop up the local economy and many small businesses. I'm glad that at least some parts of our country are in decent shape but for the rest of us, 2009 has been a serious struggle. That's why I am asking you to check out the website the350project.net . The site basically asks you to do something simple, but critical: * Pick ...

Shop Local: The 3 / 50 Project What Are Your 3 Favorite Independent Businesses?
Apartment Therapy — ... The 3/50 Project is an effort to harness consumer power in order to keep independent businesses viable by reminding us to support our favorite local businesses. The campaign's not about encouraging over-spending, but about promoting conscious spending. It really got us thinking about what businesses in our community we'd hate to see disappear. We'll tell you our three favorites, if you ...

The 3/50 Project - Support Your Local Businesses!
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Even More about the 3/50 Project
3r Blogging — I spread the word about The 3/50 Project any chance I get. Seriously. Don't believe me? Click here ! My latest article on this critical effort was in the New York Times "The Local" blog. If you are already familiar with The 3/50 Project, you may still want to check this piece out because Cinda Baxter, Founder of The 3/50 Project, left a comment! Check it out here .

3/50 project
mom go green — ... 1: The number of people it takes to start the trend...you. Pick 3. Spend 50. Save your local economy. Visit the350project.net ...

Gift for Good
sew green — ... owned businesses**: Small businesses can do 50-75% of their sales during the 4th quarter. If they have slow sales during the holidays, it can be financially disastrous to someone who has dedicated themselves to their store. By shopping at local businesses, you not only support the store, but the community benefits. “For every $100 spent in locally owned independent stores, $68 returns to the community…in a national chain store, only $43 stays here” Visit 3/50 Project for more information on why you should support local businesses. ...