The day after Thanksgiving, popularly known as Black Friday, is one of the biggest shopping days of the year. It’s a large-scale event in which big businesses and chain stores host holiday sales. However, the day after Black Friday is Small Business Saturday, an event that encourages shoppers to support small, local businesses for their holiday shopping needs. From specialty gift shops to fuel oil delivery services, there is no shortage of small businesses to visit this holiday season. Below are a few reasons to make Small Business Saturday part of your annual gift-shopping routine.

Why Support Small Businesses on Small Business Saturday?

1. Give Back to the Community

When you buy a product at a small, locally owned business, you’re giving back to the community. The purchase directly supports the livelihood of the owner and staff members. Also, the small business owner pays business taxes in the community, so your money will go back into the schools, public utilities, parks, fire departments, and many other local resources.

2. Receive Personalized Attention

Sprawling big-box stores often don’t have enough staff to provide personal, one-on-one attention to every customer who walks through their doors during the holiday season.

Small businesses have fewer crowds and staff members, allowing the latter to devote ample time to customer service and help you find the perfect holiday gifts. If you need advice on which toy your grandchild will like, you can ask a salesperson. Maybe you need fuel oil delivered for the holidays but are unsure of the best one to buy. You can ask the provider. Your needs are important to small businesses.

3. Create Local Jobs

Small businesses are job creators in their communities. In fact, two out of every three new jobs in the United States are created by small businesses. This boosts the economy of the community and helps fellow citizens earn a living. Also, it feels good knowing your dollars are contributing to bettering the lives of others.

Thomaston Oil is a small business serving customers throughout Litchfield County, CT. Since 1986, they have been providing fuel oil delivery and services, as well as boiler installations and furnace repairs. They are proud members of the Thomaston community and are invested in seeing the area thrive. Call (860) 283-4878 or visit their website to schedule fuel oil delivery or to learn more about their services.