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Cooper is proud to support Mayor Vic Carstarphen\u2019s Buy Camden 1st<\/sup> <\/strong>initiative, which aims to help Camden-based small businesses grow by providing them with purchasing opportunities whenever possible. As part of this commitment, we encourage our team members to consider Camden-based small businesses when fulfilling their personal needs for goods and services.<\/p>\n

Finding these businesses is easier than ever. Whether you\u2019re looking for a birthday cake, flowers, chocolates, printed materials, or more, simply search by business classification in the BuyCamden1st.com Business Directory<\/a><\/strong>.\u00a0 More than 100 businesses are listed\u2014ready, willing, and able to provide you with quality goods and services.<\/p>\n

Further, businesses who have earned the Camden Verified badge have leveled up their ability to do business by undergoing a rigorous vetting process led by the Latin American Economic Development Association (LAEDA). These businesses are specially designated in the directory and are well-equipped to meet your purchasing needs.<\/p>\n

We hope you will join us in supporting Camden-based small businesses through the Buy Camden 1st<\/sup> initiative.<\/p>\n

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Note:<\/strong> Businesses listed are not vetted or endorsed by Cooper. This program is made possible through the support of the City of Camden.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Cooper is proud to support Mayor Vic Carstarphen\u2019s Buy Camden 1st initiative, which aims to help Camden-based small businesses grow by providing them with purchasing opportunities whenever possible. As part of this commitment, we encourage our team members to consider Camden-based small businesses when fulfilling their personal needs for goods and services. 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