Become a Member
Business Membership Benefits
Listing in Local First Ithaca directory and website
Year-round, on-going promotion of your business, including:
Social media program
Member highlights on website
Retail kit
Media promotion and exposure
Opportunity to be in our Guide to Being Local
Access to BALLE network events and resources
Seasonal campaigns, including Local Lover Challenge
Public Policy Advocacy promoting the interest of local independent businesses, services, and farmers.
Member-to-Member Benefits
Discounts and group purchasing
Share ideas and resources
Partner/Collaborate with other members
Member events
Participation with other community organizations and events
Criteria for business membership
Is your business based locally, with a majority of the owners living in the Ithaca area?
Can you make independent decisions about the name and look of your business, your products, and your purchasing and distribution?
Do you pay your own marketing, rent, and other business expenses?
Types of Membership and Fees
If you answered “YES!” to the 3 questions above, you are ready to join!
Nonprofit Membership
$75
Choose your membership based on how many Full Time Equivalent employees your business has (including owners).
