Starting and growing a small, local business is HARD WORK. For many, it can feel like a lonely and daunting path, riddled with unknowns. Through initiatives like our Good Enterprises' Community Business Academy, Lowcountry Local First is here to ensure that our region is hospitable and... Continue Reading
Below are things you should know or take action on right now as a local-independent business owner or community leader: Federal Regulation Updates / Congress Updates Amazon Litigation: "The Biden administration is planning to take action soon on at least three of its half-dozen... Continue Reading
Here are some fun ways you can support local-independent businesses this summer! Hit the links and then head to a brewery.Daniel Island Golf ClubEdmund's OastFrothy BeardHoly City BrewingIndigo ReefTradesman Brewing Enjoy an outdoor adventure followed by ice cream to cool... Continue Reading
It's not too late! Here are just a few of the many local places ready to help you find the perfect gift or experience for the father figures in your life: Active & Adventurous Dad Oxbow Road AdventuresRhapsody FitnessVapor Apparel Beach Dad BeachmateMcKevlin’s Surf ShopRheos Nautical... Continue Reading
Below are things you should know or take action on right now as a local-independent business owner or community leader: Union Pier BAR Planning Commission special meeting on Union Pier: June 7, 5 p.m. The public is encouraged to attend the meeting in person to speak in order for comments... Continue Reading
Lowcountry Local First to host 12th annual Eat Drink Local Month campaign in May Continue Reading
TICKET POLICY: This event is rain or shine and tickets are non-refundable. A one-time ticket transfer is permissible. HEALTH POLICY: Due to the nature of this event, we cannot address individual allergy concerns. Each participating chef is asked to prepare at least one vegetarian dish. We ask... Continue Reading
Lowcountry Local First (LLF), a nonprofit focused on economic development centered around local-ownership, hosted its inaugural “Ready, Set, Pitch!” competition on December 3, 2022 to award cash and in-kind prizes to five local entrepreneurs. Nearly 200 graduates of the... Continue Reading
For the month of August, we’re celebrating the arts! We’re proud to have dozens of small business members, including the Footlight Players, a theatre company located in Downtown Charleston. This Lowcountry giant has been a part of the local arts scene since the early 1930s. For this... Continue Reading
NEWS RELEASE // TOWN OF JAMES ISLAND // AUGUST 1, 2022: A new partnership between the Town of James Island and Lowcountry Local First is now offering localized business training and strategic small business support. The annual partnership includes a Community Storefront Challenge and the business... Continue Reading
At Lowcountry Local First, we believe ownership matters and relationships matter. Our goal is to support the local business community and tailor our programs to help our community gain access to every chance at success. That’s why we work with businesses, community members, and policymakers... Continue Reading
The U.S. Department of Commerce’s Economic Development Administration (EDA) is awarding a two-year $789,724 grant to Lowcountry Local First to support the organization’s Good Growth Program. This program will expand upon the organization’s Good Enterprises entrepreneurship... Continue Reading
