As the COVID-19 pandemic climbs, the Greater Hot Springs business community needs your support now more than ever. There are many ways you can continue to safely shop and support our local businesses and nonprofits!

Shop local first                          

Our local businesses often do not have the same resources that larger chains do when it comes to financial assistance and recovering from uncertain times like these. Whether you’re getting your morning coffee fix or stocking up on food and necessities, we encourage you to look to our local businesses first. Not sure where to start? Our business directory provides a searchable list of local businesses.

Shop local, online

Many retailers have websites where you can buy their products, goods and services online. If your favorite local retailer doesn’t have an online store, many may be willing to take an order over the phone and have it delivered – it never hurts to ask!

Order takeout or delivery

The majority of our local restaurants offer takeout and delivery options. Many businesses are even offering to bring take-out orders directly to your car for you. Check out this list of local take-out and delivery options and help support our local restaurants!

Stay Subscribed

If you have an ongoing subscription at a gym, or with a stylist, or similar business, consider keeping it active – even if you’re not going to show up right now. If you are a business owner and rely on B2B contracts like with your local cleaning company of coffee vendor, consider keeping those contracts running as well, regardless of whether your business is operating (and assuming you are financially able to do so). Many of these small businesses rely on that regular cash flow to keep things open.

B2B Collaboration

If you are a local business owner, take this opportunity to collaborate with your business community to see how you can help one another overcome challenges. A local grocery store may have a need for the staff you had to reduce hours for. Collaborating and understanding the unique challenges of different businesses will lead to solutions that benefit everyone.

Tip a little extra

If you are financially able to do so, tip a little extra to the restaurants, salons and other service industries you may visit. These service workers may not have the privilege of income security, and a little extra can go a long way.

Buy a gift card

Unable to shop or dine-in right now? Buy a gift card from a local business to use later on. For those not wanting to visit in person, many businesses will offer to mail or email you the gift card upon request.

Donate

The COVID-19 outbreak has undoubtedly present new community challenges for our local non-profits to address. Now is a great time to donate to the causes and organizations you care most about. We have an extensive list of local nonprofits who could use your help.

Utilize social media/Chamber marketing platforms

Social media can play a huge role in supporting the local community. Share specials or snap a photo of your favorite dish from local restaurants. Leave a review and share it after receiving great service from your local landscaper. Lead by example in encouraging your online following to support local businesses.

If you are a Chamber member business, we are happy to help promote you on our website and social media platforms. Email Mara Kuhn, Communications Manger, at mara.kuhn@growinghotsprings.com and let us help you!