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Community members across the nation are shaping local economies that value people, the planet, and prosperity. Support our efforts by giving to the Local First Foundation today.

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Our Three-Pronged Approach

People. Planet. Prosperity.

Localists rock — your gift is a demonstration of loving our community, standing by your values, and investing in our unique corner of Colorado.

People

People

Putting people first through a lens of equity and grassroots advocacy work.

Planet

Planet

Advancing environmental sustainability through green business development, waste reduction, and carbon neutrality.

Prosperity

Prosperity

Working with local businesses and nonprofits to shape a resilient, thriving, just, and equitable circular economy for La Plata County.

The movement is making a difference — nationwide.

A few examples of the impact the Localist movement has had across the country:

1.5×

the rate indie coffee shops open vs. Starbucks

250

new independent bookstores opened since 2009

4,700

farmers markets opened since 2002

112,000

new small farms started since 2002

7M

people moved money to community banks in 5 years

Give today to support our work.

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Join the Localist community at any level.

Any gift /month

  • Invitations to events and volunteer opportunities

  • A monthly Localist e-newsletter

  • Access to the Localist network on social media

  • A special Localist member sticker

  • A tax-deductible contribution

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Everything above, plus:

$100 +

  • Everything in Localist +

  • A Localist T-shirt

  • Invitations to exclusive events

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Your gift makes our unique corner of Colorado the best it can be — for everyone.

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