“...we’re not going to change anyone’s lives, but we can certainly help change people’s days.”
- Erik Bruun of SoCo Creamery, our latest BerkShares Business of the Month
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This data from @civiceconomics gives a general comparison (from 2012) of revenue recirculation when you #BuyLocal. The idea of our local currency is to keep that local share recirculating—at as close to 100% as possible—without leaking out of an economic area. #PayLocal
Stephen Root of Berkshire @BikeandBoard, long-time participant in our local currency, on the importance of a #BuyLocal mindset— even if it sometimes means a small inconvenience.
#PayLocal
There are over 70 places to #shoplocal and #paylocal using digital BerkShares throughout the greater #Berkshire region. Check the 'Where to Spend' section in the app menu, and keep it circulating!
Our #LocalCurrency for the Berkshires has gone digital!
Over the weekend, Phyllis Webb of Magic Fluke used digital BerkShares to buy cheese from Dandelion Farm at @BerkshireGrown market — that's keeping it local!
#BuyLocal#PayLocal
There are dozens of #Berkshires businesses already accepting our digital local currency, with more businesses joining every week.
#ShopLocal and #PayLocal by downloading the BerkShares app.
Our Values: EQUITY
To support a flourishing local economy for all, BerkShares strives to include groups excluded from economic determination and prosperity.
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Our Values: SUSTAINABILITY
By promoting the local consumption of food and manufactured wares, BerkShares helps nurture a sustainable future for the region.
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Our Values:
ECONOMY
A tool for strengthening the local economy, BerkShares prioritize local provision, encouraging regional supply chain resilience.
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Our Values: ECOLOGY
By encouraging people to shop locally, and businesses to procure locally, BerkShares decreases the distance of goods shipped.
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