Love Your Local

Why Shop Indie?

When you shop at an independently owned business, your entire community benefits:

The Economy

•    When you spend $100 at a local and $68 of that stays here on Aquidneck Island. If you spend the same $100 at a national chain, your community only sees $43.
•    Local businesses create higher-paying jobs for you and your neighbors.
•    More of your taxes are reinvested in our community--where they belong.

The Environment

•    Buying local means less packaging, less transportation, and a smaller carbon footprint!!

The Community

•    We are your friends and neighbors—if you support us, we'll support you.
•    We donate to charities at more than twice the rate of national chains.
•    More independent stores mean more choice, more diversity, and a truly unique community.