An Organization We Love

We're a member of Cambridge Local First (CLF) and we think its the cat's pajamas. If you've never heard of the group, its an organization that promotes buying from and using local businesses over national chains and big box stores. They put out a guide to local businesses every year. You can also check them out here: http://cambridgelocalfirst.org/. There is also a chapter in Somerville. They feel (as do we) that shopping locally strengthens our economy and builds a strong community. To that end, here are just a few of the ways in which we support our local business.

- We buy our office supplies at the fantastic Bob Slate Stationer.
- We work with Didriks, a home decor store.
- Our handyman supplies come from Masse's Hardware.
- We take our trucks to Dudley Automotive in Arlington (true, not Cambridge, but a great independent business)
- All of our businesses cards are done by Budget Copy.
- Our business accounts are through Cambridge Savings Bank.
- Anderson McQuaid lumber yard supplies most of the wood we need for handyman projects.
- Iggy's Bakery feeds all of our guys all of the time. As a company we probably spend the most money here!

So, if you're interested in shopping locally definitely check out Cambridge Local First and Somerville Local First directories. Both organizations are an excellent source for where to shop independently.