It’s no secret that the COVID-19 pandemic has had a profound effect on the global economy.

However, small businesses have perhaps suffered more than any other, especially as many rely on in-store traffic and the support of a small customer base to keep going.

Since certain global restrictions have been lifted, some small businesses have found ways to come back and start serving their loyal customers again. It’s a challenging road with many adaptations to the new circumstances, but local communities have always been the lifeblood of small businesses, and they’ll likely stay an essential factor.

What’s more, supporting small businesses doesn’t require a significant donation or a high cost. Small acts of support can go a long way if enough people commit to them.

Read on and find out how you – and everyone around you – can support small business efforts in your local or national community with simple efforts that can mean a lot.