My Summer with LLF
Aug 16, 2021
By Emma Johnston At the midpoint of my college experience, an internship with LLF was as unexpected as it was delightful. Toward my pursuit of a Sociology major and Environmental Science minor (but with only a handful of related courses under my belt, post-Gen Ed requirements), I was… Read More
VIDEO ACCESS: Sparking Social Justice with Chris Miller of Ben & Jerry's
Mar 22, 2021
Provide your information below in order to gain access to the recording of our keynote session at the 8th annual Good Business Summit. This interview was recorded live on Feb 24, 2021 between Tina Singleton (Founder, Transformation Table) and Chris Miller (Head of Global Advocacy, Ben & Jerry’s)…. Read More
Vote for Mom & Pop - Spark! Awards Submission
Jan 30, 2021
Our annual Buy Local Month campaign was extended into a 2-month “Buy Local Season” campaign for the first time, with a “Vote for Mom & Pop” theme to coincide with the election season. In the heat of a very polarized election, the campaign helped to remind the community… Read More
A Critical Year for Local Business Support
Jan 6, 2021
Every Dollar Matters: A story from Lowcountry Local First
Nov 11, 2020
We extend our gratitude to member businesses Turning Page Bookshop (VaLinda), Park Pets Park Circle (Tye and Kristine), and Ted’s Butcherblock (Ted) and to the neighbors and local vendors at the Charleston Farmers Market for being such gracious representatives of this community and beautifully displaying what it… Read More
19 New Local Entrepreneurs to Know
Jul 8, 2020
Good Enterprises’ Community Business Academy Graduates 19 New Entrepreneurs Lowcountry Local First’s Good Enterprises initiative now accepting applicants into its Fall Community Business Academies Lowcountry Local First (LLF), a nonprofit focused on economic development centered around local-ownership, has graduated its second class of entrepreneurs from its 12-week Community… Read More
June 15 Update: Evolving into an anti-racist organization
Jun 15, 2020
As we continue the work to evolve into an anti-racist organization, we wish to let transparency and humility lead the way. We will continue to provide updates on steps taken, goals set and ways you can hold us accountable. Immediate Actions Taken: – As a starting place, we… Read More
Navigating Business Relief Options with the SBA
Mar 24, 2020
View recording of a webinar held with William Furman from the SBA on Wed, Mar 24 at 3 pm. ET. View slides from the webinar. Additional information regarding the SBA’s Economic Disaster Relief Program is shared below including application completion tips and SBA’s FACT SHEET. Application Completion Tips:… Read More
Love Local this Valentine's Day
Feb 14, 2020
You can’t buy love, but you can buy local and that’s kind of the same thing. Show off your Local Love and support locally-owned businesses this Valentine’s Day. Not sure where to start? We have you covered with our Local Business Directory. Last Minute Valentine’s Day plans and… Read More
NOW HIRING: Business Development Manager
Jan 9, 2020
Organization: Lowcountry Local First Position: Business Development Manager (Full-time) Reports to: Director of Development Salary Range: $40,000 to $45,000 based on experience Application Deadline: Open until filled (check website for status) Summary: Lowcountry Local First (LLF) is an entrepreneurial nonprofit organization made up of more than 400 local… Read More