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Shop LISC Small Businesses This Holiday Season!

Shop small this holiday season and support LISC borrowers! With the pandemic, global supply chain backups, and shipping slowdowns, there has never been a better time to shop small businesses. 

Check out a selection of the small businesses in LISC’s portfolio for gift ideas from cocktails in a jar to handcrafted ceramics. The list is broken into two sections: the first includes small businesses you can shop from anywhere for shipping nationwide. The second section are local businesses that you can frequent or purchase gift cards for an experiential gift.  

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Bok Building

The Bok Building is home to over 200 small businesses, artists, restaurants, makers and entrepreneurs.  Check out Bok’s current tenant list to support local makers in South Philly, many of which offer online shopping options.  

Brooklyn Navy Yard

The Navy Yard embraces a diverse ecosystem of growing businesses operating at the intersection of manufacturing, design and technology. Visit their online shop to shop dozens of local businesses. 

Camp Craft Cocktails

At Camp Craft Cocktails, founders Suzanah Raffield and Rhonda Stringfellow set out to help build community anywhere.  With flavors from Hot Toddy to Sweater Weather, Camp Craft Cocktails makes kits with everything you need to make the perfect drinks for everyone at any occasion – just steep with the liquid of your choice!

Century Design Workshop

Century Design Workshop is the home of Michael Miritello Woodworking and SKT Ceramics. SKT Ceramics are available through their online shop.

Cherri’s Chocol’art

The Clay Studio

The Clay Studio in Philadelphia is one of the nation's oldest and most respected centers for ceramics. You can support their artists through purchases on their online shop.

    Mantova’s Two Street Music

    Called the most energetic music store on the North Coast, Two Street Music has been a destination for Humboldt County musicians since 1976. Two Street sells all things music, from guitars to drums, amps to guitar effects pedals made in-house -- you name it!

    Young’s Popcorn Heaven

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    ASAP Mow and Snow

    Lawn care, snow removal, salting service, and general landscaping business in the Toledo area.

    Coffee Exchange

    CO+HOOTS

    CO+HOOTS is the leading collaborative coworking space in Phoenix, acting as a supercharger for innovation and entrepreneurship. They’re offering a number of virtual workshops for entrepreneurs across the country.

    Kuzzo’s Chicken and Waffles

    LaMaMa Experimental Theatre

    La MaMa is a world-renowned cultural institution and nonprofit theatre in New York's East Village. La MaMa and CultureHub are teaming up to create Downtown Variety, a weekly online live performance series featuring short performances of dance, music, theater, new media, comedy, A/V performance, and more! You can also support them by making a donation or buying a gift certificate for future performances.

    Legacy Cutz

    Legacy Cutz is a friendly barbershop with great haircuts and a positive atmosphere.

    The Loppet Foundation

    The Loppet Foundation offers year-round outdoor adventure in the Minneapolis area, focusing on underserved youth and families. They have a number of courses you can register for once social isolation is over, or stock up on all the right gear by visiting their shop.

    Sosu Noodle

    Sosu is a noodle shop that specializes in non-traditional pan Asian dishes. Inspired by Japanese anime and original characters that the owner developed, owner Rocky Jokbengboon has created a fun and vibrant and fun energy in the space. Stop by for a bowl of their Ichiraku Ramen or Firestyle Udon, and maybe even try a warm biscuit donut for dessert!

    Urban Roots Landscaping

    Urban Roots Landscaping offers lawn care, landscaping, and more in the Chicago area.

    Walnut and Park Café