Providence RI — Experts agree that small businesses contribute significantly to local economies by creating growth, innovation, and much needed jobs. Recognizing the economic importance of small businesses, the United States Postal Service is hosting free “Grow Your Business Day” events spotlighting how, beginning in May, local businesses can grow revenue by shipping with USPS Connect Local, a new delivery solution allowing local businesses to reach local customers affordably and quickly.  Registration is not required for the event.

The “Grow Your Business Day” events will be held at the following postal locations:

• April 19 – Nantucket Carrier Annex – 155 Old South Rd, Nantucket, MA 02554 from 11-2
• April 21 – Woonsocket P. O., 127 Social St. Ste 1, Woonsocket, RI 02895 from 10-12
• April 22 – Portsmouth P.O., 95 Chase Rd. Portsmouth, RI 02871 from 9-12

Postal officials will be on hand to provide business owners and entrepreneurs with valuable information and advice about easy-to-use and affordable postal offerings that help small businesses grow and innovate.  In addition to USPS Connect Local and services like Priority Mail, that help small businesses ship economically, the Postal Service offers numerous solutions to assist businesses with their marketing efforts such as Every Door Direct Mail.

Small business owners unable to attend the “Grow Your Business Day” event can learn more about how the USPS can help to grow their business at www.usps.com/smallbusiness.

USPS Connect will offer affordable next-day service in all locations, with same-day delivery, Sunday delivery and pickup options in select locations. This offering also includes USPS Connect Local Mail, an affordable First-Class Mail option for documents up to 13 ounces. Businesses will be able to enter USPS Connect Local packages and mail at the receiving dock of the designated postal facility or take advantage of free en-route pickup when their carrier delivers their mail. Free flat-rate bags, boxes and envelopes will also be available via Click-N-Ship.

The Postal Service generally receives no tax dollars for operating expenses and relies on the sale of postage, products and services to fund its operations.

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