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Local First is 501c3 nonprofit organization that relies upon the generous contributions of individuals, businesses and grantmaking organizations. Your generous contribution of $25, $50, $100 or more allows us to continue fighting for West Michigan's local businesses, communities and environment. Please join us. Thank you for your support.

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Grand Rapids, MI 49506

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Calling All Captains of Industry!

At the heart of Local First's mission is our commitment to local business ownership in West Michigan - and beyond. We believe in the power of local businesses like yours to transform communities, and we want to help. But we can't do it without you.

"One reason for growing public interest in local investment is the spread of 'buy local' campaigns, a movement that is more than just local hucksterism. Consider the title of an article in a recent issue of Time: 'Buying Local: How It Boosts the Economy.' Cutting-edge economic developers ... increasingly recognize the importance of strengthening locally owned, small businesses."

Michael Shuman, author of The Small-Mart Revolution

Local First continually seeks local business partners to support its work toward a local, living economy in West Michigan. To make a corporate donation, or for more information on sponsorship opportunities, please contact Elissa Hillary, Executive Director, at elissa@localfirst.com.

The Local First Educational Foundation is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Donations are tax-deductible in the United States.

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