69K+ in Grants
Over the past two years, CLF has awarded $69,700 in grants to local small businesses & provided workshops & services worth more than twice that amount.
10,000+ Followers
Cambridge Local First’s social network and newsletter reaches people who care.
Direct Support
Weekly office hours with executive leadership ensure your voice is heard.
Preferred Vendor Status
We prioritize member vendors for all CLF events

Membership Benefits

Direct Advocacy & City Access
  • Opportunities to make your voice heard through CLF’s regular meetings with City leadership and policy initiatives in partnership with state and federal organizationsDirect Advocacy & City Access.
  • Listening sessions to identify priorities and committees to enact meaningful change
  • Advocacy on key issues like taxes, fees, regulations, construction impacts, and economic policy
Visibility & Promotion
  • Inclusion in the Cambridge Local First online business directory
  • Opportunity to be featured in seasonal Small Business Shopping Guides (3,000+ circulation via our partnerships with Cambridge Day and the Cambridge Office for Tourism)
  • Promotion through CLF publications, social media, and campaigns that drive customers to Shop Local First
Programs & Grants
  • Access to valuable educational programs like the Small Business Bootcamp, Procurement Workshops, and the 617 Day Small Business Summit
  • Grant opportunities and application assistance
  • Funding resources and technical assistance to help your business grow and thrive
Community & Networking
  • Invitations to CLF events and networking opportunities
  • Free admission to the 617 Day Small Business Summit
  • Connections with other local business owners across all industries and neighborhoods

Sign-up for a Business Membership

Through our partnership with the Cambridge Somerville Black Business Network, we offer free membership to black-owned businesses in our community. CLF also offers reduced membership rates to entrepreneurs and start-ups looking to launch their great ideas.

Please reach-out to Katie Labrie for more information.