Main Street Saint Joseph encourages local shopping with ‘Main Street Bucks’
ST. JOSEPH, Mo. (KQTV) -- One local organization is encouraging the community to do their holiday shopping at Downtown businesses by offering a cash incentive.
Main Street Saint Joseph will distribute $500 in free Main Street Bucks at 11 a.m. on Nov. 29 in front of the Red Holiday Cottage in Coleman Hawkins Park.
The first 50 people in line will each receive two $5 Main Street Bucks, or free money, which can be used at participating Downtown businesses on Nov. 29 only.
Each recipient will also receive a Shop Small canvas bag.
"We're excited to reward our early shoppers and highlight the incredible businesses that make our Downtown unique," said Christy George, president of Main Street Saint Joseph. "This giveaway is a fun way to spark holiday cheer while encouraging our community to shop small.
Main Street Saint Joseph said recipients must be 18 years or older to receive Main Street Bucks. The Bucks are only valid on Nov. 29 at participating Downtown merchants.
The Main Street Bucks are limited to one set per person. No change will be given on purchases below the value of the Bucks.
For more information about the event or other Downtown activities, visit www.downtownstjoemo.com.
