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Small Businesses Keep 68% of Your Dollars Local
Acts of Kindness1h ago

Small Businesses Keep 68% of Your Dollars Local

Every dollar spent at a small business does triple duty—employing neighbors, supporting local charities, and funding community projects. With 36 million small businesses now employing 60 million Americans, shopping local has never mattered more.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
PayPal Launches $1B Small Business Fee Waiver Program
SolutionsMay 13

PayPal Launches $1B Small Business Fee Waiver Program

PayPal is waiving processing fees on $1 billion worth of transactions to help American small businesses grow. The new Small Business Initiative will support veteran-owned companies and businesses in farming, manufacturing, and technology.

Engadget2 min read
Oregon Soap Shop Hits 5 Years After Pandemic Launch
Acts of KindnessMar 2

Oregon Soap Shop Hits 5 Years After Pandemic Launch

A mother who lost her child turned grief into a thriving business that beat the odds. Penelope's Soaps and Such just celebrated five years in downtown Madras, Oregon, defying statistics that show only half of small businesses make it this far.

Google News - Small Business Success3 min read
Wall Street Vet Helps 1,000+ Small Businesses Scale Up
Acts of KindnessFeb 19

Wall Street Vet Helps 1,000+ Small Businesses Scale Up

A Wharton grad who left Wall Street is transforming how small businesses overcome their biggest operational challenges. Her fractional COO services give startups access to executive expertise they couldn't afford otherwise.

Google News - Small Business Success2 min read
Florida Barbershop Survives Hurricane, Welcomes Clients Home
Community HeroesJan 18

Florida Barbershop Survives Hurricane, Welcomes Clients Home

After Hurricane Ian tore the roof off Barberstry & Company in 2022, owner Nick Finley bounced between temporary locations for three years to keep serving his community. Now he's finally back where he started, proving resilience can outlast any storm.

Google: survivor story2 min read