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An In-TEN-tionalist Guide to Mother’s Day in Seattle

We believe that moms deserve a little extra something special this Mother’s Day. To help you out, we've put together an InTENtional List to Mother's Day in Seattle so that you can #SpendLikeItMatters and find the perfect gift for the mom or mother figure in your life: Idea #1: Order...

The In-TEN-tionalist Guide to Easter Takeout in Seattle

When you order from Terra Plata, you can provide a meal for a family in need via the Food Is Love Project. If you haven't yet locked in your takeout plans for Easter Sunday, you're not alone. Fortunately for those taking a "just-in-time" approach to Easter brunch or dinner, there are...

Eat. Drink. Spend Like It Matters.

Throughout Greater Seattle, independent restaurants need our support as they navigate the unprecedented impacts of COVID-19 on their businesses. This is a consolidated list for customers looking for information on which restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, breweries, and bars are offering take-out, delivery or special services during this...

Online Options to #SpendLikeItMatters

We know that so many of the businesses we love are struggling due to COVID-19 fears. While we continue to show up for them at their restaurants and shops, we wanted to provide online options to #SpendLikeItMatters so that those who are immunocompromised or choosing to stay in have access to easy ways to support the local businesses at the heart of...

The In-TEN-tionalist Guide to Women’s History Month in Seattle

Every day is a great day to support businesses owned by women! Women's History Month invites us to reflect on the incredible contributions of women, and we want to ensure that the celebration includes steps to support woman-owned businesses. We're excited to highlight local Seattle...

The In-TEN-tionalist Guide to Black-Owned Businesses in Portland!

At Intentionalist, we’re lucky to have folks joining our movement to #SpendLikeItMatters from all over the country. In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to celebrate some spectacular Black-owned businesses in Portland - one of our favorite cities that’s only a Bolt Bus away from our...

Just in time Valentine!

Looking for ideas for Valentine's Day in Seattle? Ready to show some love and appreciation for your Valentine, Galentine, or Palentine? Here's our Just in time In-TEN-tionalist Guide to Valentine's Day in Seattle! Roses are red, violets are blue, support Seattle's only Black-owned florist - Flowers Just 4-U. Woo your Valentine with...

Seattle health and fitness pros share how to make self-care resolutions stick

Aina Williams, Co-owner, The Ride It’s officially February. And the reality is that many of us have started to falter on our new year's goals and resolutions, particularly those related to our physical wellbeing. Are you among the many struggling to cultivate and maintain sustainable wellness...

#AskIntentionalist – Office Holiday Edition

#AskIntentionalist is a new blog series to share our responses to some of the questions we receive so that it's easier than ever for you to #SpendLikeitMatters this holiday season and beyond! I want to support diverse local businesses. Can you suggest what I can bring as a breakfast treat for...