Know where your money goes
CommonGround helps shoppers find local businesses that carry, make, repair, provide, or can special-order what they need — while surfacing the community story behind each purchase.
The discovery gap
Find local shops and makers through descriptions, specialties, brands, and services.
Ask a specific local business whether it has, can order, or can make what you need.
Build a future view of how purchases redirect spending into your community.
Featured local profiles
📍 Norfolk, VA
Custom coffee tables, reclaimed wood furniture, shelving, refinishing, and made-to-order home pieces.
📍 Virginia Beach, VA
Dog food, cat food, treats, toys, collars, leashes, grooming supplies, and specialty pet nutrition.
📍 Norfolk, VA
Fresh flowers, birthday bouquets, sympathy arrangements, wedding florals, plants, and same-day local delivery.
For small businesses
Create a searchable profile, accept inventory requests, and voluntarily display community badges such as Veteran-Owned, Women-Owned, Black-Owned, Family-Owned, or Local Maker.
Create a business profileOwnership badges begin as self-attested and are built for an optional verification workflow. They are discovery filters — not automatic ranking advantages.