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💰 $500 for a Local Small Business FASS Real Estate Services is launching the FASS Forward: Small Business Community Growth Grant — a monthly micro-investment designed to support entrepreneurs who are building and strengthening our communities. We believe strong businesses build strong neighborhoods, and this grant is one way we’re putting that belief into action. 🏆 Our first winner will be selected April 10th, and a new small business will be chosen every month. How to enter: 1️⃣ Follow @fassres and @akilhameed 2️⃣ Like this post 3️⃣ Share it to your story or timeline 4️⃣ Tag 2 small businesses or entrepreneurs 5️⃣ Complete the short application form 📌 Application link is in both bios. If you’re a small business owner — or know one that deserves the spotlight — this opportunity is for you. Let’s build stronger businesses and stronger neighborhoods together. #FASSrealestate #SupportSmallBusiness #CommunityGrowth #EntrepreneurSupport #SmallBusinessGrant
💰 $500 for a Local Small Business FASS Real Estate Services is launching the FASS Forward: Small Business Community Growth Grant — a monthly micro-investment designed to support entrepreneurs who are building and strengthening our communities. We believe strong businesses build strong neighborhoods, and this grant is one way we’re putting that belief into action. 🏆 Our first winner will be selected April 10th, and a new small business will be chosen every month. How to enter: 1️⃣ Follow @fassres and @akilhameed 2️⃣ Like this post 3️⃣ Share it to your story or timeline 4️⃣ Tag 2 small businesses or entrepreneurs 5️⃣ Complete the short application form 📌 Application link is in both bios. If you’re a small business owner — or know one that deserves the spotlight — this opportunity is for you. Let’s build stronger businesses and stronger neighborhoods together. #FASSrealestate #SupportSmallBusiness #CommunityGrowth #EntrepreneurSupport #SmallBusinessGrant
Entrepreneurs for Good wasn’t just a meetup — it was a room full of real people building, connecting, and supporting each other. We didn’t just meet up. We showed up. Dropping off the donations to @mustministries after the event was the moment that stayed with us. That mattered. 💛 If you attended (or you’re a local entrepreneur aligned with community + collaboration), drop your info so people can connect: Business + what you do: IG/website: #atlantaevents #smallbusinesscommunity #communitybuilding #entrepreneurlife #networkingwithpurpose
Entrepreneurs for Good wasn’t just a meetup — it was a room full of real people building, connecting, and supporting each other. We didn’t just meet up. We showed up. Dropping off the donations to @mustministries after the event was the moment that stayed with us. That mattered. 💛 If you attended (or you’re a local entrepreneur aligned with community + collaboration), drop your info so people can connect: Business + what you do: IG/website: #atlantaevents #smallbusinesscommunity #communitybuilding #entrepreneurlife #networkingwithpurpose
🏆 Small Business of the Year The UPS Store #5432 🏆 Large Business of the Year Urth Caffé 🏆 Non-Profit of the Year Ronald McDonald House Orange County What an incredible time celebrating the best of our community at the State of the City and Orange Chamber of Commerce! 🧡✨ We are beyond honored to share that The UPS Store #5432 has been named 2025 Small Business of the Year 🏆 What an incredible honor it is to be recognized as Small Business of the Year by the Orange Chamber of Commerce and the City of Orange. This moment means so much, not just to me, but to my entire team, our loyal customers, and the amazing community that continues to support us every single day. This award is a reflection of hard work, consistency, and the relationships we’ve built along the way. Truly grateful, humbled, and motivated to keep showing up and serving at a higher level. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey 🙏✨ It’s an absolute honor to be recognized alongside such impactful organizations that continue to make a difference in our city. We’re grateful, inspired, and excited for what’s ahead! 💪 #SmallBusinessOfTheYear #nonprofitoftheyear #largebusinessoftheyear
🏆 Small Business of the Year The UPS Store #5432 🏆 Large Business of the Year Urth Caffé 🏆 Non-Profit of the Year Ronald McDonald House Orange County What an incredible time celebrating the best of our community at the State of the City and Orange Chamber of Commerce! 🧡✨ We are beyond honored to share that The UPS Store #5432 has been named 2025 Small Business of the Year 🏆 What an incredible honor it is to be recognized as Small Business of the Year by the Orange Chamber of Commerce and the City of Orange. This moment means so much, not just to me, but to my entire team, our loyal customers, and the amazing community that continues to support us every single day. This award is a reflection of hard work, consistency, and the relationships we’ve built along the way. Truly grateful, humbled, and motivated to keep showing up and serving at a higher level. Thank you to everyone who’s been part of this journey 🙏✨ It’s an absolute honor to be recognized alongside such impactful organizations that continue to make a difference in our city. We’re grateful, inspired, and excited for what’s ahead! 💪 #SmallBusinessOfTheYear #nonprofitoftheyear #largebusinessoftheyear
Your business's giving story is more than just charity—it's a powerful way to connect with your customers and build loyalty. Here's how to share it in a way that inspires: • Be authentic: Show the real impact your business makes. • Highlight your community: Share the causes you support and why they matter. • Make it personal: Tell stories of people or projects benefiting from your giving. • Keep it simple: Use clear, heartfelt language that anyone can relate to. When you tell your giving story well, customers don't just buy a product—they become part of something bigger. Want to see more tips like this? Drop a comment with the word GIVE or IMPACT and let's start the conversation! #smallbusiness #CloverPOS #smallbusinesssavings #SmallBusiness #smallbusinessowner #BusinessOwner #localbusiness #EntrepreneurLife #SupportLocalBusiness #GrowingYourBusiness #PaymentProcessing #CreditCardProcessing #POSSystem #PointOfSale #MerchantServices #AcceptPayments #BusinessPayments #RestaurantOwner #CafeOwner #FoodTruckLife #HospitalityBusiness #RetailBusiness #AutoShopOwner #LosAngelesBusiness #SoCalBusiness #SaveOnFees #LowerProcessingFees #BusinessGrowth #ScaleYourBusiness #SmartBusiness #smallbusiness #CloverPOS #smallbusinesssavings #SmallBusiness #smallbusinessowner
Your business's giving story is more than just charity—it's a powerful way to connect with your customers and build loyalty. Here's how to share it in a way that inspires: • Be authentic: Show the real impact your business makes. • Highlight your community: Share the causes you support and why they matter. • Make it personal: Tell stories of people or projects benefiting from your giving. • Keep it simple: Use clear, heartfelt language that anyone can relate to. When you tell your giving story well, customers don't just buy a product—they become part of something bigger. Want to see more tips like this? Drop a comment with the word GIVE or IMPACT and let's start the conversation! #smallbusiness #CloverPOS #smallbusinesssavings #SmallBusiness #smallbusinessowner #BusinessOwner #localbusiness #EntrepreneurLife #SupportLocalBusiness #GrowingYourBusiness #PaymentProcessing #CreditCardProcessing #POSSystem #PointOfSale #MerchantServices #AcceptPayments #BusinessPayments #RestaurantOwner #CafeOwner #FoodTruckLife #HospitalityBusiness #RetailBusiness #AutoShopOwner #LosAngelesBusiness #SoCalBusiness #SaveOnFees #LowerProcessingFees #BusinessGrowth #ScaleYourBusiness #SmartBusiness #smallbusiness #CloverPOS #smallbusinesssavings #SmallBusiness #smallbusinessowner
What happens when your money stays local instead of disappearing into a giant corporation? When you buy coffee at Starbucks, most of that money leaves your neighborhood - straight to corporate headquarters, shareholders, and supply chains spread across the globe. But when you buy from your local coffee shop, that same $5 stays closer to home. The owner hires locally, buys from nearby suppliers, and those employees spend their paychecks in the same community. The money circulates instead of vanishing. Every local business creates jobs, drives economic activity, and keeps dollars working for the people who live there. We want to fund more Not Starbucks.
What happens when your money stays local instead of disappearing into a giant corporation? When you buy coffee at Starbucks, most of that money leaves your neighborhood - straight to corporate headquarters, shareholders, and supply chains spread across the globe. But when you buy from your local coffee shop, that same $5 stays closer to home. The owner hires locally, buys from nearby suppliers, and those employees spend their paychecks in the same community. The money circulates instead of vanishing. Every local business creates jobs, drives economic activity, and keeps dollars working for the people who live there. We want to fund more Not Starbucks.
Small businesses keep this country running — and we’re proud to support you every step of the way. Stock up, save a little, and keep doing what you do best. We’re grateful to serve you. 🤍
Small businesses keep this country running — and we’re proud to support you every step of the way. Stock up, save a little, and keep doing what you do best. We’re grateful to serve you. 🤍
Together, we built the corporate giants!💡 Each dollar we've invested, each item we've purchased has fueled their growth. But in the vast sea of corporate structures, are we just numbers? Unlike the big players, small businesses value us personally. They know your name, your story, and even your siblings! 🌱 In a world that often overlooks the individual, isn’t it time we bring our support back to where our hearts truly lie? Join me in choosing local and small businesses - where every customer matters and every purchase makes a difference. 🛍️✨ #SupportSmallBusinesses #CommunityFirst 👉 Hit 'Like' if you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and share this if you believe in the power of community support!
Together, we built the corporate giants!💡 Each dollar we've invested, each item we've purchased has fueled their growth. But in the vast sea of corporate structures, are we just numbers? Unlike the big players, small businesses value us personally. They know your name, your story, and even your siblings! 🌱 In a world that often overlooks the individual, isn’t it time we bring our support back to where our hearts truly lie? Join me in choosing local and small businesses - where every customer matters and every purchase makes a difference. 🛍️✨ #SupportSmallBusinesses #CommunityFirst 👉 Hit 'Like' if you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and share this if you believe in the power of community support!
Here's a little bite-size learning for your Monday on quick and easy examples on how businesses can collaborate to boost salesales in your downtown. For more ways to support your small businesses with retail events, check out this webinar: https://tinyurl.com/uffrkft2
Here's a little bite-size learning for your Monday on quick and easy examples on how businesses can collaborate to boost salesales in your downtown. For more ways to support your small businesses with retail events, check out this webinar: https://tinyurl.com/uffrkft2
Another grant opportunity for small businesses! The Wish Local Empowerment Program is offering grants of $500-$2,000 to help support eligible small businesses across the U.S. These funds can be used for things like: 💵Rent 💵Inventory 💵Operations 💵Keeping workforce employed Eligible businesses must meet certain criteria including being a Black-owned brick-and-mortar business with 20 or fewer employees and annual revenue under $1M. If you believe your business may qualify, we encourage you to review the program details and apply. ❗Please note: This is an external grant opportunity offered by @wishlocalapp, not a grant from the City of San Bernardino. If you have any questions, please reach out to Wish Local. Thank you to our partners @microbizinsocal! Seeking more grant opportunities? Visit www.sanbernardino.gov/GrantOpportunities . . . . #SanBernardino #economicdevelopment #grant #grantopportunities #smallbusiness #smallbiz #inlandempire #businessgrant
Another grant opportunity for small businesses! The Wish Local Empowerment Program is offering grants of $500-$2,000 to help support eligible small businesses across the U.S. These funds can be used for things like: 💵Rent 💵Inventory 💵Operations 💵Keeping workforce employed Eligible businesses must meet certain criteria including being a Black-owned brick-and-mortar business with 20 or fewer employees and annual revenue under $1M. If you believe your business may qualify, we encourage you to review the program details and apply. ❗Please note: This is an external grant opportunity offered by @wishlocalapp, not a grant from the City of San Bernardino. If you have any questions, please reach out to Wish Local. Thank you to our partners @microbizinsocal! Seeking more grant opportunities? Visit www.sanbernardino.gov/GrantOpportunities . . . . #SanBernardino #economicdevelopment #grant #grantopportunities #smallbusiness #smallbiz #inlandempire #businessgrant
The shops we love. The places we eat. The businesses built by our neighbors. Every local owner is a part of what makes our community special. And, every time you choose to shop with local businesses, you help keep those doors open and our local economy strong. On behalf of our small business owners, we thank you! #supportlocal #shopsmall #EconomicDevelopment
The shops we love. The places we eat. The businesses built by our neighbors. Every local owner is a part of what makes our community special. And, every time you choose to shop with local businesses, you help keep those doors open and our local economy strong. On behalf of our small business owners, we thank you! #supportlocal #shopsmall #EconomicDevelopment
🙏🏿 This is Dedicated to J & W🙏🏿 This one was hard to wtite/post... Instead of being able to enjoy a win this weekend, a close colleague shared devestating news, that mirrored my own struggle- & so many other business owners in this economic climate. When you've won, when you're on Top- People will cheer, congratulate, post & LIKE. But most are non-existent during the grind, the humbling asks for support… when it’s real. Likes don’t build businesses. Support does. You don’t build a community when it’s convenient. You build it when it counts. If you believe in something— show up BEFORE it’s popular. Or don’t be surprised… when it’s gone. 🙏🏿 To those who DO, I so appreciate You wholeheartedly - and you know this, because I'm EXTREMELY grateful - and reach out DIRECTLY to show this🙏🏿 A+ Smoodees Retail - 1065 Canadian Place Unit 124 www.aplussmoodees.com #SupportLocal #SmallBusinessReality #BuildTogether #CommunityOverConvenience #ShowUpEarly Tag a business that deserves real support right now 👇🏽 Not when they blow up… but while they’re still building.
🙏🏿 This is Dedicated to J & W🙏🏿 This one was hard to wtite/post... Instead of being able to enjoy a win this weekend, a close colleague shared devestating news, that mirrored my own struggle- & so many other business owners in this economic climate. When you've won, when you're on Top- People will cheer, congratulate, post & LIKE. But most are non-existent during the grind, the humbling asks for support… when it’s real. Likes don’t build businesses. Support does. You don’t build a community when it’s convenient. You build it when it counts. If you believe in something— show up BEFORE it’s popular. Or don’t be surprised… when it’s gone. 🙏🏿 To those who DO, I so appreciate You wholeheartedly - and you know this, because I'm EXTREMELY grateful - and reach out DIRECTLY to show this🙏🏿 A+ Smoodees Retail - 1065 Canadian Place Unit 124 www.aplussmoodees.com #SupportLocal #SmallBusinessReality #BuildTogether #CommunityOverConvenience #ShowUpEarly Tag a business that deserves real support right now 👇🏽 Not when they blow up… but while they’re still building.
It was an awesome and productive afternoon at the Buy Camden 1st Procurement Fair hosted at Subaru of America. This exclusive event created an incredible opportunity for small business owners to meet one-on-one with procurement professionals from major corporations and institutions located right in Camden. Spaces like this truly matter. They open doors for local entrepreneurs to build relationships, explore supplier opportunities, and learn how to position their businesses for larger contracts and partnerships. It’s empowering to be in rooms where small businesses are seen, heard, and supported. It was also wonderful reconnecting with and meeting other passionate small business founders from the Camden community. The energy, collaboration, and shared commitment to growing our businesses and strengthening our local economy was inspiring. Moments like this remind me that when small businesses show up, connect, and support one another, real opportunities happen. If you're a small business owner, I encourage you to seek out events like this, build relationships, and stay ready for the opportunities that come from being in the room. ✨ Let’s keep growing, collaborating, and supporting local business. #BuyCamden1st #SmallBusinessSupport #SupplierDiversity #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurLife
It was an awesome and productive afternoon at the Buy Camden 1st Procurement Fair hosted at Subaru of America. This exclusive event created an incredible opportunity for small business owners to meet one-on-one with procurement professionals from major corporations and institutions located right in Camden. Spaces like this truly matter. They open doors for local entrepreneurs to build relationships, explore supplier opportunities, and learn how to position their businesses for larger contracts and partnerships. It’s empowering to be in rooms where small businesses are seen, heard, and supported. It was also wonderful reconnecting with and meeting other passionate small business founders from the Camden community. The energy, collaboration, and shared commitment to growing our businesses and strengthening our local economy was inspiring. Moments like this remind me that when small businesses show up, connect, and support one another, real opportunities happen. If you're a small business owner, I encourage you to seek out events like this, build relationships, and stay ready for the opportunities that come from being in the room. ✨ Let’s keep growing, collaborating, and supporting local business. #BuyCamden1st #SmallBusinessSupport #SupplierDiversity #WomenInBusiness #EntrepreneurLife
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