Small Business Saturday is on November 29th 2025. Chisholm & surrounding community members are amazing at supporting and keeping local businesses in our hometowns. In an era where things are right at your fingertips to click, add to cart, and have it show up on your front door, we must always remember how businesses support your community. Small Businesses pay taxes that support:
1. Local Schools
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Property taxes and local business tax revenue help fund teachers, school supplies, after-school programs, and facility improvements.
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Many small towns rely heavily on local tax dollars to keep their public schools strong.
2. Police, Fire, and Emergency Services
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Business taxes and local sales taxes help pay for first responders, fire trucks, police equipment, and emergency dispatch — the essential services that keep the community safe.
3. Roads, Bridges, and Sidewalks
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The taxes small businesses pay help maintain roads, parking lots, streetlights, and sidewalks, which benefit everyone (including the customers who shop there!).
4. Parks, Trails, and Recreation
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Many small towns fund parks, playgrounds, community centers, and seasonal festivals through local tax revenue — making the town more livable and family-friendly.
5. Local Government Services
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From city planning and business licensing to waste management and public works, small business taxes help the town function smoothly every day.
6. Community Improvements
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Beautification projects, downtown revitalization efforts, new signage, or holiday decorations often rely on local business contributions and tax support.
7. Public Health & Safety Programs
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Taxes also support local clinics, water safety programs, and environmental initiatives that improve residents’ quality of life.
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Fun Facts about Small Business Saturday
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Born in 2010 — Small Business Saturday was created by American Express to encourage holiday shoppers to support small, local businesses between Black Friday and Cyber Monday.
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An instant hit — In its very first year, it generated an estimated $5.5 billion in spending at small businesses nationwide — and it’s grown ever since!
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Now an official day — The U.S. Senate passed a resolution in 2011 recognizing Small Business Saturday, and it’s been celebrated every year on the Saturday after Thanksgiving.
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A true community movement — By 2024, over 70% of U.S. consumers said they make a point to “shop small” that weekend — and many say it’s their favorite part of the holiday shopping season.
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Chambers of Commerce play a huge role — Thousands of local chambers organize holiday expos, shop-local campaigns, and artisan fairs to showcase small businesses and boost visibility.
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The ripple effect is real — Every $1 spent at a small business generates about $0.67 of local economic impact — from wages to local suppliers and community donations.
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Shop small, give big — Many small businesses donate a portion of their sales that day to local charities or community causes, making shopping a form of giving back.
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More than retail — It’s not just about shops! Local restaurants, service providers, and artisans also see big boosts on Small Business Saturday.
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Social media power — The official hashtag #ShopSmall trends every year, and local businesses that post stories or run giveaways often see 2–3× engagement compared to an average weekend.
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Feel-good shopping — 80% of shoppers say buying from local businesses makes them feel more connected to their community — turning a shopping day into a shared celebration.
