You know we’re all about supporting our local businesses in KC, which is why we’re excited for Earth Day this Fri., April 22. 🌎

This year's Earth Day initiative is centered around investing in our planet — and there are lots of ways buying locally supports sustainability. To promote this goal within our community, we are introducing you to our #BuyLocalBuyGreenKC campaign.

We’re challenging you to buy locally and sustainably in KC for one week. | Graphic by 6AM City

To celebrate the global initiative, we are challenging you — and ourselves — to only shop locally for one week. Or, at least try to swap out a few basic purchases with local options.

What would this look like? Think: Starting your morning with a trip to Oddly Correct, stopping by the farmers market for local produce, or perusing spring fashion at Arizona Trading Company.

We want to follow along with your journey, as well as share ours with you. To do so, we are asking you to share photos of your local purchases, shopping sprees, or other Earth Day activities on social media using the hashtag #BuyLocalBuyGreenKC. Throughout the week, we will spotlight what our community is up to in our newsletters + social feeds.

Don’t have social media but want to participate? All you need to do is reply to the newsletter to send us your photos.

Need some inspiration? Here are some local, sustainable recommendations to switch up your weekly routine.

We’ll be starting our days with a local caffeine boost. Editor Travis likes the vibes at Café Equinox by Thou Mayest, and you can pick up a plant to celebrate the occasion while you’re there.

Trying to get your steps in? Save some gas by getting around on RideKC.

If you opt to dine out, Editor Krit recommends getting the I AM HUMBLE from Cafe Gratitude.

Whatever you choose, remember to share your stories + tag #BuyLocalBuyGreenKC for a chance to be featured.