Blackstone Valley Independent Business Alliance
“Neighbors Supporting Neighbors”
Support for our members is never more than a ‘click’ away.
Today, more than ever before, local independent businesses in communities across America are discovering that they are part of a growing common voice. On this page you will find links to other organizations, both local and nationally, that can give you additional support, information, tools and creative ideas in promoting ‘Buy Local’ campaigns. You will also find ideas and materials available to you at no charge through your BVIBA.

SBA - The Small Business Administration in Providence is a great place to gain training and counseling. The SBA also provides other resources, including what you need to know about laws regarding small businesses. They can also lead you to many opportunities. Check them out.
We are an affiliate of the
American Independent Business Alliance. We invite you
to go to their site and use the great ideas, resources and tools they offer.
Share your thoughts!
As an alliance member, we always welcome your input. If you have an idea,suggestion or success story, then please share it with us ‘here’.
The alliance was formed as a tool to help local, independent businesses become an
integral part of the Blackstone Valley community. As an alliance, we can all help
one another and our communities by sharing ideas and by promoting ourselves. We
are here as a resource in achieving that goal. Please feel free to contact us at
any time for guidance, support or to share your ideas and success stories. We invite
you to JOIN the alliance today!
BuyLocalRI Public Service Announcement from Office of Lt.
The State of Rhode Island, through the office of the Lieutenant Governor, Elisabeth Roberts, has launched the
‘BuyLocalRI Campaign’
Buy Local RI is an initiative to increase sales for Rhode Island's locally owned small businesses in tough economic times. Join Lt. Gov. Roberts as she tours “Main Street” shopping districts throughout the state, highlighting the opportunities to Buy Local RI.
Watch the BuyLocalRI video below.