Our Programs

Our programs are continually developing.  Currently they include:

Think Local First Campaign

From San Francisco to Philadelphia, Think Local First campaigns have successfully been implemented in cities nationwide.  Through innovative promotions and educational events, we aim to raise community awareness about the personal, community and economic benefits of shopping at local, independent businesses FIRST.

Clean Energy

Clean Currents is devoted to making low cost, clean, green energy available to companies and residents alike.  Making the switch to Clean Currents requires no special equipment and secures the same reliability as a previous electricity supplier. 

Click here to learn more about how your business can use clean energy.

Local First Networking Events

Think Local, Drink Local Monthly Mixers
Think Local, Drink Local Mixers are designed to foster communication, collaboration and community among DC's local, independent businesses.  Events are held at rotating member businesses on the first Monday of each month.

 

Discounted Payment Processing

The Latino Economic Development Corporation has partnered with Signapay & Vickers Merchant Solutions to guarantee the lowest payment processing rates for small businesses.  If we do not reduce your rates we will deposit $100 into your account!  Processing revenue supports Local First DC and there is no cancellation fee if you are not satisfied with your service.  A portion of proceeds supports the growth of Local First DC. 

For a free analysis of your merchant statment, call Rob Vickers at 703-909-3111 or email  rvickers@ledcdc.org.

If you are interested in our programs, join Local First DC today!

Please call Trisha Clauson at 202.588.5102 ext. 22 for more information on our programs.