Welcome to Local First Vermont

Local First Vermont is a non-profit organization committed to preserving the character and prosperity of Vermont's economy, community networks and natural landscape.

Our Mission

To preserve and enhance the economic, human and natural vitality of Vermont communities by promoting the importance of purchasing from locally-owned, independent businesses. We achieve this through education of citizens, businesses and local governments.

Our Members

Retailers and service providers in towns and rural areas all around Vermont. You can find them by looking for the Local First Vermont decal in their windows or logo on their websites or by sorting by "Local First Vermont" in our Membership Directory.

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Shop Local, and Save…
The Local First Vermont Resource Guide and Coupon Book coming to a local location near you!

On September 15th the first annual Local First Vermont Resource Guide and Coupon Book will be back from press! And should be hitting local distribution sites by the end of that week! The Resource Guide and Coupon Book includes local coupons, business stories, and buy local facts. There are 141 contributing businesses from Addison, Chittenden, and Washington Counties. 104 businesses will have coupons available in the book for a total of 2300.00 dollars in local savings. Not to mention the Burlington Old North End section where local fare is international and includes a Himalayan Market, Vietnamese Grocery, Middle Eastern Treats and more. All this, and the chance to support your local Vermont economy for 10.00 dollars...(click here to find out More and where to get your Local first coupon book)

Champion Members!