Shop Local
Where you spend your money matters. Support small businesses by visiting them and/or:
- Writing reviews.
- Referring friends.
- Checking-in and taking pictures or videos and sharing them on social media when you’re visiting.
- Sharing small business posts on social media.
- Talking about your favorite businesses on social media.
Join us and pledge to support local - shopping small can make a big difference.
Small Business Week - May 3-6, 2026
National Small Business Week, organized by the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), celebrates the vital role small business play in our economy. This week-long recognition highlights the hard work, innovation, and impact of entrepreneurs and small business owners across the country.
To encourage the celebration of Small Business Week in Grand Island, we host a community-wide Treasure Hunt. Each day, a new riddle is released on our socials. Participants solve the riddle, visit the correct local business, and claim that day’s treasure.
Want to get involved?
Opportunity to Participate:
- Be a featured stop on our treasure hunt by contributing a prize to help boost engagement and draw shoppers in
*Prizes can be tangible items or services.
Contact Jessica Salinas jsalinas@grandisland.org
Small Business Saturday - November 28, 2026
Happens the Saturday after Thanksgiving each year, Small Business Saturday is a community-wide campaign that encourages everyone to shop local. When dollars are spent in Grand Island, they stay in Grand Island, helping strengthen our local economy and local businesses.
Our goal is to spotlight more small business and create buzz across our social media platforms.
Want to get involved?
Opportunity to Participate:
- Be a featured stop on our treasure hunt by contributing a prize to help boost engagement and draw shoppers in
*Prizes can be tangible items or services.
Contact Jessica Salinas jsalinas@grandisland.org