News : $15,858 in 2012

That number is more than just BIG. It represents the amount of money that stays at local Vinton Unlimited businesses throughout the community. How do we know this? Because Vinton Unlimited had the privilege of creating each and every one of these transactions with the help of our local residents and businesses. $15,858 is how much money was spent on Vinton Value Dollars in 2012 alone. These Vinton Value Dollars are only used at businesses who belong to Vinton Unlimited and that means, the money stays local. It's money that is used to purchase goods and services at a business just down the road from you. It's money that is used to support our schools. It is money that is given as gifts because our residents and businesses understand the value of keeping money in the community. $15,858 represents an enormous contribution to the Vinton economy and we could not have done it without those of you who choose to shop locally and encourage others to do the same by purchasing Vinton Value Dollars at the VU office. This unique program has been used by businesses and individuals to make sure that your hard earned money is staying in the community that you care so much about. These value dollar checks are used at over 100 local businesses and can be used for anything from oil changes to ice cream to dry cleaning and more. The next time you have to purchase a gift for someone, maybe a friend or a relative, make sure your gift is used for the betterment of your community and purchase Vinton Value Dollars. They can be purchased in any increment and can be used for just about anything you need in the Vinton community. So, give someone a gift that keeps on giving and purchase Vinton Value Dollars at the Vinton Unlimited Office located in City Hall. Let's try to get that number over $20,000 in 2013. We can do it, but we need your help to make it happen. Support your community and give the gift of Value Dollars. You'll be glad you did!