A Shop for the Community run by the Community Shop Now Open for BusinessWhy a Community Shop?Community Shops are viable. They succeed because of the commitment from residents and the need to only cover costs and not to make a profit or an income.A community shop is good for the community because: • The shop is non-profit making and any profits go back into community• Research indicates a reduction in daytime crime when more people are ‘on foot’• It creates a sense of community, cohesiveness and becomes a community ‘hub’ and a meeting point and support for residents• It is good for the environment by reducing need for car journeys to carry out top up shoppingDon't just take our word for it, watch the Plunkett Foundation film on why Village Shops make a difference. |