Shopping local strengthens St. Charles County in measurable ways:

60–70% of every dollar spent at a locally owned business stays in the local economy, compared to far less when spent at national chains or online retailers.

$100 spent locally can generate up to $45 in additional local economic activity, while the same $100 spent at a big-box store generates closer to $14.

Local dollars can recirculate within the community 6 to 15 times, supporting jobs, suppliers, public services, and local growth.

Locally owned businesses are more likely to hire local, source locally, and reinvest locally, keeping money and opportunity in St. Charles County.

Every local purchase makes a difference.
Shop local. Support local. Build St. Charles County.