NOW ADDING MEMBERSHIPS FOR 2027
Every Homegrown Member becomes part of a growing community
MEMBERSHIP INCLUDES
- Featured placement on the Let’s Go Map!
- Homegrown Community Membership recognition
- Interactive digital business profile
- Official Homegrown Member window decal
- Local Community promotion throughout the distribution season
- Ongoing digital visibility
- Opportunities to participate in special events and promotions
- A growing community committed to strengthening local business
OUR COMMITMENT
We don’t simply publish maps.
We build relationships.
Our commitment is to support our Homegrown Members throughout every distribution season by continually introducing residents and visitors to the businesses that make Annapolis one of America’s great hometowns.
Together we’re building a stronger local economy—one business, one customer, and one connection at a time.
SEVEN YEARS OF GROWTH
Every season has allowed us to expand the ways people discover Annapolis.
Today, our growing community includes partnerships with:
• Hotels
• Visitor Centers
• Restaurants
• Breweries
• Coffee Shops
• Retailers
• Local Attractions
• Vacation Rental Hosts
• Community Organizations
Together, these partners help welcome thousands of visitors while encouraging residents to continue discovering everything our local businesses have to offer.
Let’s Go Map! helps people discover the best locally owned restaurants, shops, attractions, lodging, entertainment, services and experiences in every community we serve.
Through Homegrown Membership, we’re building America’s largest community-powered local business network.
More Than a Map. A Community.
Homegrown Membership is a year-round community marketing program designed to help locally owned businesses grow together.
Every member becomes part of a trusted network that connects residents and visitors with the businesses that make each community unique.
It’s not about selling advertising.
It’s about building relationships, supporting local businesses, and creating stronger communities.
WHO IS THE HOMEGROWN MEMBERSHIP COMMUNITY FOR?
Homegrown Membership is designed for independently owned businesses that want to become part of a trusted local network.
Perfect for:
🍴 Restaurants & Cafés
🍺 Breweries & Wineries
🛍 Boutiques & Retail Shops
🏨 Hotels & Inns
🏡 Vacation Rentals
🎨 Artists & Galleries
🚴 Outdoor Recreation
🎵 Entertainment Venues
🔨 Home & Professional Services
🚗 Automotive
💇 Health & Wellness
🐶 Pet Services
…and every locally owned business that believes in supporting its community.
HOW IT WORKS
Joining Homegrown Membership is simple.
Step 1
Become a Founding Homegrown Member.
Complete your membership and business profile.
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Step 2
Receive your Homegrown Welcome Kit.
Including:
• Gold Homegrown Window Sticker
• Membership Certificate
• Digital Business Profile
• Let’s Go Map promotional materials
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Step 3
We’ll feature your business throughout the distribution season through:
• Let’s Go Map!
• Digital Directory
• Homegrown App
• QR Discovery
• Community Promotions
• Special Events
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Step 4
Welcome visitors and residents who are looking to discover local businesses just like yours.
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MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
Every Homegrown Member receives:
✔ Featured placement on Let’s Go Map!
✔ Interactive Digital Business Profile
✔ Official Homegrown Gold Window Sticker
✔ Free Let’s Go Maps for your customers
✔ Community-wide promotion
✔ Website listing
✔ Mobile App listing
✔ Social media opportunities
✔ Community networking
✔ Local business referrals
✔ Event participation opportunities
✔ Year-round visibility
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THE GOLD STICKER
Every Homegrown Member proudly displays the official Homegrown Membership window sticker.
It tells customers:
This business believes in supporting local.
This business is part of a trusted community network.
This business invests in helping its hometown thrive.
When visitors see the gold seal, they’ll know they’ve found a business that’s proud to be Homegrown.
HOMEGROWN MEMBERSHIP PRICING
Founding Homegrown Membership
$100 Annual Membership Fee
Includes:
Print Map Reserved Member Placement
Business onboarding
Membership Kit
Gold Window Sticker
Business Profile Setup
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$19 Per Month
Your membership keeps your business connected through:
Let’s Go Map!
Local Social Media Cross Marketing
Community Promotions
Website Back Links
Member Benefits
Growing Partnerships
Ongoing Visibility
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$10 Per Month
Let's Go Map!Digital Directory App
WHY ONLY 100 MEMBERS?
Quality matters.
Instead of trying to include every business, we intentionally build a carefully selected community of Homegrown Members.
This allows us to:
Provide more value.
Promote members more effectively.
Create stronger relationships.
Maintain a trusted local network.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is this advertising?
No.
Homegrown Membership is a year-round community marketing membership designed to promote local businesses through multiple channels—not just a single advertisement.
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Do I have to sign a long-term contract?
No.
Membership continues monthly and can be canceled according to the membership terms.
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Why is there a annual membership fee?
Your annul membership fee covers the initial setup of your business profile, reserved Let's Go Map! placement, membership materials, website and app maintenance, onboarding, and your official Homegrown Welcome Kit.
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Can I update my business information?
Absolutely.
Members can keep their information current through the Homegrown platform.
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Do I receive a printed map?
Yes.
Homegrown Members receive Let’s Go Maps to display and share with customers throughout the distribution season.
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Can more than one business join the same category?
Yes.
Homegrown Membership celebrates local choice while maintaining a carefully curated network.
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Is Homegrown Membership available everywhere?
We’re growing one community at a time.
Visit our Communities page to see where Homegrown Membership is currently available and where we’re expanding next.
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HOW TO JOIN
Joining takes just a few minutes.
Complete your membership.
Receive your Welcome Kit.
Display your Gold Sticker.
Start connecting with your community.
Become One of Our Homegrown Members Today.
$100 Annual Membership Fee
$29 Per Month
Discover Local. Support Local. Grow Together.
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The Homegrown Promise
We promise to actively support our Homegrown Members throughout every distribution season by promoting local discovery, building community partnerships, expanding digital visibility, and continually connecting residents and visitors with the businesses that make each community unique.