Fairfield, CT - The Fairfield Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Town of Fairfield, is proud to announce an exciting new initiative to help support our local business community even more, with the Fairfield Community e-Gift Card program.
Keeping Dollars Local: Exclusive to Fairfield businesses only, this is the first digital gift card program to be redeemable at Fairfield’s participating restaurants, retailers and service providers, all in Town! No more forgotten gift cards sitting at home. The card appears on the recipient’s smart phone, and they are occasionally reminded to redeem the gift card at participating businesses through alerts. The back-end Operation System is through Yiftee, where analytics will track and show redemption dollars coming into Fairfield every month.
How it Works – It starts with the Chamber Website: This initiative is very important not only for each individual business, but for all the collective Fairfield businesses united, helping everyone with sales prior to the Holiday Season and beyond! All Gift Card purchases and business enrollments can be processed through the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce website: FairfieldCTChamber.com/GIFTCARDS.
“During these difficult times, and now more than ever, the objective is to keep spending local, and ramp up our continued support of the Fairfield business community!” said Beverly Balaz, President of the Chamber. And not only during the upcoming 2020 holiday season, but beyond!”
“Fairfield businesses are the foundation of our local economy and community," said First Selectwoman Brenda Kupchick. "It has been a difficult road since the pandemic hit and we all appreciate how residents supported our local businesses during these challenging times. The holidays are coming and, with them, gift giving. This program will give residents an opportunity to support local restaurants, coffee shops and retail stores while buying holiday presents for loved ones.”
“Encouraging our community to shop local has always been an ongoing theme, but even more so, especially in the wake of COVID-19. While local businesses work hard to reopen safely, many of us are wondering what we can do to help. The Fairfield Community e-Gift Card makes it easy for ALL of us to play a role in boosting our local economy and strengthening our business community," adds Mark Barnhart, Director of Community and Economic Development.
“Bankwell is proud to partner with the Fairfield Chamber of Commerce and Town as the Lead Corporate Sponsor of the Fairfield Community e-Gift Card program. Despite all of the unique challenges of this year, it is incredibly important that we continue to stand together to support our neighbors and local businesses. This program will support those who need it most and help keep LOCAL dollars LOCAL," said Robert Palermo, Senior Vice President, Commercial Lending.
Business Enrollment – Easy to Participate: Currently, there are 50 Fairfield businesses registered, with more being added every day. “Exclusive to Fairfield businesses only, participation is perfect for restaurants, sports & fitness gyms, retailers, hair salons & spas, florists & garden centers, car washes, hotels, service providers plus more! No special equipment or software is required, so if a business accepts Mastercard payments, then it can accept the Fairfield Community Gift Card. Merchants receive 100% of the sale. There is a nominal enrollment fee for a 12-month long listing, and the Early Bird Enrollment Discount has been extended through October 30.
Gift Card Recipient: The recipient will receive an email or text letting them know that the purchaser has sent them a Fairfield Community Gift Card. A personal message from the purchaser is seen by the recipient. The recipient is directed to a list of participating merchants, retailers and restaurants that accept the Fairfield Community Gift Card. The purchaser receives notifications when the e-Card is delivered, opened and redeemed.
PARTICIPATING FAIRFIELD BUSINESSES TO DATE:
16 Handles
55 Wine Bar & Wood Grille
Apricot Lane Boutique
AR Workshop
Artisan Southport
Bella Sera Ristorante
Candlewood Market Coffee & Tea Emporium
Capri
Ciao Bella
Circle Hotel Fairfield
Collins Medical & Accessibility Solutions
Colony Grill
Delamar Southport
Dragon 168
Elements Massage of Fairfield
Fairfield Chamber of Commerce
Fairfield Museum and History Center
Fairfield University Bookstore
Flipside Burgers & Bar
Ganim's Garden Center & Florist LLC
Geronimo Tequila Bar + Southwest Grill
Golf Lounge 18
Hansen's Flower Shop
Happy Hands Art & Pottery, LLC
Harry's Wine & Liquor
Hemlock Hardware
Henry C. Reid Jewelers
HobbyTown Fairfield
In The Mood Intimates
Kasson Jewelers
Kindred Spirits and Wine
Kitchen Corner
La Moda Fashions
Lattice House
Little Pub
Massage Envy
Metro Kitchen + Bar
Mo's Wine & Spirits
No. 299
Nordic Fish Market
Old Post Tavern
Olive My Stuff
Organika Kitchen
Outdoor Design & Living, LLC
Pet Pantry Warehouse
Priva MedSpa of Fairfield
Quattro Pazzi Café
Reef Shack-coming soon
SHU Community Theatre-coming soon
Starbucks in Fairfield University Bookstore
Super Duper Weenie
The Pantry
Vintage Garden
Wild Birds Unlimited of Fairfield
Worthington Advanced Dentistry
To show your support and purchase a Gift Card, or enroll your business, please visit www.FairfieldCTChamber.com/GIFTCARDS. For more information, contact the Chamber office: 203-255-1011.