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Small Business. Big Pride.

Intentionalist is excited to celebrate Pride Month by highlighting the small LGBTQ-owned businesses that shape our communities, along with the people and stories behind them. To help you #SpendLikeItMatters, here's the In-TEN-tionalist guide to Pride 2019 in Seattle: 5 LGBTQ-owned businesses you know Cafe Flora, owned by Nat...

Intentionalist and Hood Famous Cafe + Bar celebrate AAPI Heritage Month (recap)

Photo by Vanessa Ronquillo One of the many benefits of getting to know the incredible people behind the small businesses in our community is the opportunity to collaborate on special events. We were honored to partner with Hood Famous Cafe + Bar to hosted an evening reception and AAPI Heritage...

⚽️ Reign or shine, #SpendLikeitMatters!

The weather report is in! The spring season is serving up heavy doses of sun and reign! Saturday, May 18th is Reign FC’s second home match of the season, and Washington soccer fans are ready. Planning to make some noise in Tacoma this season? Check out the In-TEN-tionalist guide to eat, drink, and shop in support of PoC-owned* businesses near...

The In-TEN-tionalist guide to Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month

Disclaimer: We admittedly have a bit of a Seattle focus, but rest assured we'd love your help growing our list of AAPI-owned businesses throughout the country! That said, a few of our "beyond Seattle" AAPI-owned faves include Himitsu in Washington, DC, Magpies Softserve in Los Angeles, CA, and...

Your guide to an intentional Mother’s Day in Seattle

Mother's Day is right around the corner, and what better way to show mom some love than by taking a moment to #SpendLikeItMatters? Whether you're planning to celebrate over brunch or dinner, looking for the perfect card, or seeking a thoughtful gift, we've put together some suggestions to help...

Coffee + Culture: PoC-Owned Coffee Shops in Seattle

From left to right: Sarina Prabasi (Buuni Coffee), Luis & Leona Rodriguez (The Station), Laura Clise (Intentionalist), Solomon Dubie (Cafe Avole), Chera Amlag (Hood Famous Cafe + Bar), Coté...

5 Ways to Celebrate an Intentional Earth Day in Seattle

1. Reduce Your Waste Image source: Facebook // Public Goods and Services Public Goods and Services, located in West Seattle, sells reusable and refillable household products. This store was designed specifically to help consumers reduce waste generated by single-use products....

#SpendLikeItMatters during Seattle Restaurant Week

The cherry blossoms are blooming, the sun’s peeking out of the grey, and — drumroll — Seattle Restaurant Week is back to help us settle into spring. There are dozens of spots to check out around town, and the Intentionalist team is excited to help you #SpendLikeItMatters on your next...

Root for the Mariners and support local businesses on Opening Day

Good news, Seattle sports fans: Baseball season is finally here. The Mariners are facing off against the Boston Red Sox at their home opener this afternoon at the newly named T-Mobile Park. We’re all about giving you tips to #SpendLikeItMatters and guess what? You can support local small...

Ins-PIE-red by small businesses and the diverse people behind them

We couldn't resist the opportunity to highlight some of the fabulous women-owned, minority-owned, family-owned, LGBTQ-owned, native-owned pie and pizza businesses where you can celebrate Pi Day! Are we missing your favorite? Let us know in the comments below. A la Mode Pies, owned by Chris...