Today is Arizona Gives Day! One of the biggest giving days of the entire year for nonprofits across the state. We set a goal of $25,000 to support our programs. Will you help us?
Long-time Local First Legacy Partner, Ideas Collide has generously pledged to match all gifts up to $5,000 to help us reach our goal today!
Turning Canvas into Comfort: How One Arizona Couple Made Art Their Residence
A ramshackle historic building in downtown Winslow has been transformed by an artist and his wife into a vibrant and eclectic live-work gallery space — a hidden gem along Route 66.
The 22,000-square-foot building now known as Snowdrift Art Space offers the room he always dreamed of having as a young budding sculpturist.
Produced by Local First Arizona’s Good Food Finder, The Good Food Film Series will feature monthly, independent short film releases dedicated to documenting and sharing Arizona’s food access stories and the societal challenges the farming and food community face through February 2022. These are stories of the often unseen heroes, doing the good work of not only growing and providing healthy, fresh food to our communities but also taking bold environmental and food sovereignty action to create a more sustainable and just local food system.
A little later in the year than usual, Indie Week XXL will bring you a whole month to attract new customers through an extra-long special edition of Independents Week! Stay tuned for details on a new #IndieWeekAZ consumer action card (bingo style), Shop Arizona marketplace, and as always, a rallying call for support of independent Arizona businesses.
For small businesses affected by COVID-19, APS is offering help through a special Customer Support Fund. Current customers on the Extra Small or Small Business Plans who are two months or more past due on their APS bill can receive a bill credit of $1,000. Credits are available to qualified customers until the fund is depleted.
Small businesses across Arizona have lost federal dollars to larger companies in urban areas — that is no secret. Lack of access to SBA-partnered community banks limited opportunities for many. Local First Arizona is proud to join forces these three partners to distribute grants — not loans — to businesses across the state.
Local First Arizona has created a Small Business Relief Fund to provide mini-grants (typically ranging from $1000 – $2500) to locally-owned small businesses. Local First Arizona is attempting to serve as many individuals and families in need as possible. The application process is simple and can be completed quickly. Please review the criteria before applying:
FLAVOR, the Northern Arizona Food & Wine Festival is on Sept. 14 Join us for wine and bites as we make our debut in Flagstaff and celebrate Arizona’s independent vintners and restaurants from 1 pm – 7 pm on Warner’s…
¡Su gran motor, sus hijos! Es así como Ana Moree se inspira día a día para seguir adelante en su papel como empresaria pero sobre todo en el más importante, el papel de madre. Su convicción le llevo a obtener…
Give Flagstaff some love this holiday season by shopping locally. When you support independent businesses, your money circles right back into the community. So skip those online and big box stores and shop around town. A local gift keeps on…
Let the Holiday Festivities Begin! Check out all the events on the horizon and gear up to shop local this holiday season. Make sure you have a Small Wonders Map in hand as you embark on your shopping sprees! These…
Climate change is bringing changes in temperature, snowpack, water availability, and wildfire risk to Flagstaff. These changes threaten Flagstaff’s natural resources, economy, infrastructure, and quality of life. This Climate Action and Adaptation Plan is a strategic roadmap to guide the…
FLAGSTAFF — Local First Arizona has just released the first edition of the Flagstaff Small Wonders map, a pocket-sized guide featuring over 25 local restaurants, galleries, boutiques, venues, and experiences located in Flagstaff, Williams, and Winslow. All of the businesses included…
Pinetop-Lakeside Weekendzona: Escape to the White Mountains If you are in need of an Autumn getaway, you should join us in Pinetop-Lakeside for an exclusive weekend trip and leave the planning to us! You will be horseback riding, attending the…
Click here for more information on Local First ARIZONA FLAGSTAFF — AmigosNAZ.com is participating in Independents Week by offering businesses the opportunity to take advantage of our Summer Special and advertise on our website and weekly e-newsletter at a 20…
Click here for More information on Local First ARIZONA Cambiemos nuestros hábitos y volvamos a comprar en negocios locales. Mucha gente pequeña, en lugares pequeños, haciendo cosas pequeñas pueden cambiar el mundo. ¡Compren local y apoyen a negocios locales! ¿La…
Spring is in full bloom and so is the Flagstaff event calendar! Check out all the upcoming markets and festivals below. Shop Local For Mother’s Day How do you celebrate Mother’s Day when your mom deserves a month-long vacation and…
Spring is in full bloom and so is the Rim Country event calendar! Check out the upcoming markets and festivals below. Shop Local For Mother’s Day Whether you’re shopping for your mother, grandmother, aunt, sister, or mother-figure, Mother’s Day is…
Vacationing done the local way: WeekendZona will help you discover that perfect weekend getaway without having to travel beyond AZ. WeekendZona Experience the Elements of Camp Verde with this curated, all-inclusive, two-night staycation. Kayak down the Verde River, experience the valley on…
Community Banking Month highlights contributions to Arizona’s local economy this April FLAGSTAFF — April is known as Community Banking Month, an annual month-long celebration of community banks across the nation. Local First Arizona is celebrating by sharing stories of those…
FLAGSTAFF — Join Local First Arizona and Peace Surplus for an evening networking opportunity with fellow independent businesses and local leaders on Wednesday, February 21st from 5:30 – 7:30 p.m. **Note: We’ve moved the mixer back a week from our…
It’s all about the details. Plan an unforgettable Valentine’s Day at some of Flagstaff’s best local spots. Best of Flag Winners Arizona Sun’s Best of Flag report highlights the businesses leading their industries in personal service and community participation. Congrats to all…
‘Tis the season for Local Gifts and Cheer. It’s not too late to Shop Local this holiday season! Shop Local & Win! Supporting your local, independent retailers this holiday season has never been so rewarding. Pick up a passport, shop…
Want to shop locally this holiday season? Local First Arizona and the Flagstaff Downtown Business Alliance are working to increase customer traffic to our amazing independent businesses this holiday season with the Flagstaff Holiday Shopping Passport. Let us help you find special…
The holidays don’t have to be stressful when you plan to shop local. Mark your calendar for these festive celebrations! Holiday Shopping Passports The holiday season is right around the corner and we’re here to help with your shopping plans!…
¡Eventos Claves Que No Debes Dejar Pasar! El tiempo vuela, pero afortunadamente tu eres el piloto. Usa tu tiempo para tu ventaja e infórmate de los eventos empresariales ofrecidos para elevar tu negocio. World Bazaar Vengan y descubran la variedad…
Check out some upcoming fun things to do! Fall Fest! A Celebration of AZ It doesn’t get any more Arizona than this! Saturday, November 4, 10 – 4 Hance Park, Phoenix, AZ Find Out More Taste Flagstaff! Come and join…
The Arizona Rural Development Council (AZRDC) and Local First Arizona Foundation offer a monthly webinar series, Solutions for Rural Development,stemming from discussions at the annual Rural Policy Forum. This free webinar rotates topics that address various issues and solutions surrounding the development process specifically to rural areas. Solutions For…
It ‘s beginning to feel like fall in Rim Country! Celebrate the change in seasons with these events. Fall is finally here! Check out these great events happening throughout the state and in your neck of the woods. Arizona Fall…
CLARKDALE — The 8th annual Farmer + Chef Connection vendor fair will be held from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday, Sept. 11 at the Clark Memorial Clubhouse, 19 North 9th St., Clarkdale, Local First ARIZONA reported. The Arizona Farmer+Chef Connection brings together local food producers…
Local First Arizona is partnering with over 100 other organizations to gain new insight into the challenges and attitudes of small business owners.We would appreciate your participation in an anonymous survey, the results of which will be shared publicly with…
Es temporada de regreso a clases – para tu empresa El cielo nublado me da para abajo durante temporada de monzones. Lo bueno que tengo una agenda llena de eventos para mantenerme ocupada durante esta época. SOCENT Summit SOCENT Summit…
As we begin to say goodbye to summer, take a look at what we have planned for this month and beyond: Business-Nonprofit Partnerships Make Cents The perfect partnership is mutually-beneficial: together, nonprofits and businesses can increase their bottom line and…
Independents Week continues through the weekend! Get your Golden Coupon, shop local, and save at hundreds of independent businesses state-wide until July 9th. #IndieWeekAZ Download your Golden Coupon & check out who’s participating in Northern AZ: Quad Cities Verde Valley Rim…
NOTICIAS DE FUERZA LOCAL 3 DE JULIO, 2017 Ahorra 20% en Cientos de Negocios Esta semana, celebra el día de la independencia hasta el 9 de julio con ahorros en cientos de negocios participantes. Solo baja el “cupón dorado”,…
Our annual summer celebration of local businesses starts this Saturday. It’s not too late to sign your business up to participate! Just follow the instructions below. PARTICIPATE IN INDEPENDENTS WEEK Independents Week is Arizona’s only week-long celebration of local businesses…
WED. JUN 28, 10 – 11:30 AM RAISING CAPITAL/RAISING THE BAR WEBINAR Increasing capital for a business or non-profit can be a difficult. We’re here to help you understanding the opportunities and resources available to you. – MORE THURS. JUN 22…
TUES. JUN 27, 10 – 11 AM VIDEO MARKETING FOR BEGINNERS WEBINAR Think video marketing is too hard for your business to do? Think again! Learn the basics for creating good content. –MORE FRI. JUN 16, 5:30 – 8:30 PM…
FRI. JUN 9, 6 – 10 PM FAMILY CARNIVAL & MOVIE NIGHT KINGMAN, AZ Bring the family to Centennial Park to join in on the fun with carnival-style games, food, local performers, and an outdoor movie. – MORE SAT. JUN 10,…
FRI. JUN 2 & SAT. JUN 3, 10 AM – 3 PM HERITAGE MARKET SPRINGERVILLE, AZ The town of Springerville is promoting local producers of fresh fruits and vegetables, home baked goods, and more every weekend. – MORE FRI. JUN 2,…
For more information, visit http://www.localfirstaz.com AND THE MEDAL GOES TO … THAT BREWERY THAT Brewery is pleased to announce its Bronze medal win at the ameriCANTM Canned Craft Beer Festival in Phoenix, Arizona – one of the nation’s premier canned beer festivals…
FLAGSTAFF — There is a new mantra in money management, and it’s “Move Your Money.” Arizona businesses and individuals are joining the trend in transferring their savings and financing to locally headquartered banks and institutions that are rooted in the…
Local First Arizona (LFA) is reminding Arizonans about the impact they can make through Buy Local Month, LFA’s annual holiday campaign running from Black Friday (November 25, 2015) through January 1, 2017. Through the campaign, LFA aims to inform Arizonans…
