Why Shopping Local Matters
As Small Business Saturday approaches on November 29, 2025, Camden County has an opportunity—not just to shop, but to strengthen the very foundation of our community. This annual celebration of local businesses is more than a feel-good tradition. It’s a proven economic driver, a community builder, and a reminder that where we spend our dollars truly matters.
Small Businesses Are the Heart of Camden County
Camden’s small business owners aren’t just entrepreneurs—they’re our neighbors, our volunteers, our coaches, and the familiar faces that make our hometown feel like home. In fact, 80% of small business owners live right here in our community. That means every time you support a local shop, café, service, or maker, you’re supporting someone who directly contributes to the wellbeing and growth of Camden County.
These owners hire local talent, support local charities, volunteer at local schools, and invest in the future of our neighborhoods. And when they succeed, Camden succeeds.
Your Dollar Stays Local—And That Matters
One of the most powerful reasons to shop local is simple economics:
68 cents of every dollar spent at a local business stays in the community.
Those dollars recirculate—supporting local jobs, funding local services, strengthening downtown areas, and encouraging new businesses to open their doors. In comparison, money spent at national chains or online retailers leaves the community almost immediately.
Shopping local isn’t just a transaction. It’s a direct investment into:
Local families
Community events
Job creation
Better schools
Public services
Stronger, more vibrant neighborhoods
Every purchase becomes a building block of a stronger Camden County.
When You Buy Camden, You Build Camden
This year, the Camden County Chamber of Commerce is encouraging every resident to take part in Small Business Saturday with intention and pride. Whether it’s picking up a holiday gift, grabbing lunch downtown, or trying a new service provider, your choice has impact.
When you Buy Camden, you’re not just supporting a business—you’re helping build:
A thriving local economy
A diverse and resilient business community
A unique character that big-box stores and online retailers can’t replicate
A future where small businesses continue to grow, innovate, and invest right here at home
Join Us November 29th
On Small Business Saturday, let’s show up big for the small businesses that show up for Camden County every day.
🛍️ Buy Camden. Build Camden.
💙 Support the 80% of business owners who live right here.
💵 Keep 68 cents of every dollar working for our community.
This year, let your holiday shopping start with the heart of Camden—our small businesses.
