11/27/2025
💛 A Real Talk Moment About Small Businesses in Prosser 💛
I think it’s important to say out loud what so many small business owners in Prosser are feeling right now:
Most of us are barely viable.
Every quarter , honestly every month — many of us have to sit down and decide if we can afford to stay open. We don’t say that publicly because we love this town, we believe in what we do, and we don’t want to guilt anyone. But it’s the truth.
And here’s the part most people don’t see:
Small businesses are the ones donating to local events, raffles, fundraisers, auctions, school programs, and charities… even when we don’t really have it to give.
We’re the ones hosting “free” events that actually cost us money out of pocket — because we want to give families something special to do, because we want Prosser to have life, activity, joy, and reasons to gather.
A lot of us are also still working regular 9–5 jobs (or many odd and part time jobs!) just to keep our doors open, keep the lights on, buy supplies, and provide something fun and unique for our community.
Meanwhile, Prosser is shrinking.
Small businesses are leaving.
Opportunities are shifting to towns with bigger populations and or more support. And every time another storefront closes, our downtown dims a little more.
If you love this community — if you want Prosser to stay alive, creative, vibrant, and filled with local places instead of empty buildings — please support small businesses this season.
It truly matters.
Even the smallest purchase, visit, share, review, or recommendation makes a real impact.
Thank you to everyone who keeps showing up for us. It truly means more than you know. 💛
— Brandy @ Splat It! 🎨🖤
