As the holiday season approaches, there’s no better time to reflect on the importance of community. It’s in the love we show each other, the connections we build, and the support we give our local businesses and nonprofit organizations. This December, I’m thrilled to announce the Shop Small Bingo Challenge, a fun and purposeful way to uplift the small businesses that make our community so special.
Why Shop Small? Small businesses are more than just storefronts. They are the coffee shops where memories are made, the local artists who inspire us, and the locally owned stores that keep our traditions alive. When we shop small, we support our neighbors, foster creativity, and invest in a future that honors New Orleans' unique charm.
But let’s be honest—this year has been a rollercoaster for many of us, including our small businesses. We all know at least one company that has closed its doors this year. That’s why this holiday season, we’re making it easier (and more fun!) to show our support while spreading a little cheer.
How to Get Involved I’m inviting YOU to join me in the Shop Small Bingo Challenge, where you can support local businesses, enjoy festive activities, and even win some fantastic prizes. Here’s how it works:
1️⃣ Download Your Bingo Card Our bingo card offers simple and meaningful ways to support small businesses, such as dining at a local restaurant, leaving a 5-star review, or shopping at a holiday market.
2️⃣ Complete Activities Every completed row of activities gets you one entry into our weekly prize drawing, and if you go for the blackout (completing every square), you’ll earn five entries!
3️⃣ Share Your Progress Tag us in your posts or upload your card to social media using #ShopSmallBingoNO. Let’s inspire others to join the challenge and create a ripple effect of support across our community. If you don't use social media, you can still participate by leaving updates in the comments.
Why This Matters I’ve always believed that small acts of kindness lead to significant impacts. When we intentionally choose to support small businesses, we’re creating a cycle of giving that strengthens our entire community. For every dollar spent at a local business, a significant portion stays right here, helping to fund jobs, improve services, and preserve our vibrant culture.
Weekly Prizes and Fun To keep the excitement going, we’ll announce winners every Friday throughout December. Prizes include gift cards, local merchandise, and more—a small way to say “thank you” for your big support.
Let’s Do This Together Whether you visit a local bookstore, enjoy a family meal at a neighborhood restaurant, or share your favorite local shop with a friend, your actions matter. This challenge is not just about winning prizes—it’s about showing up for the people and businesses that make our community what it is.
Join me in celebrating the spirit of New Orleans this holiday season. Let’s support small businesses, connect with one another, and make December a month of meaningful impact.
Download your bingo card today, and let’s get started! Together, we can show our small businesses that they’re not just part of our community—they’re at the very heart of it.
Let’s make this holiday season unforgettable—for us and our small business community.
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