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Why donate to the Redlands Visitor Center

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  Tax-deductible Contributions: The Redlands Visitor Center is a public charity 501(c)(3) tax exempt nonprofit organization.
  
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  Building a Good Reputation: Research indicates that 84% of customers are willing to invest in superior experiences. The importance of a positive visitor experience cannot be overstated, as it is crucial for establishing a reputable image for a location. Visitor satisfaction enhances the likelihood of positive feedback dissemination by 48%, via both digital and traditional modes of communication. This stimulates a growth in word-of-mouth marketing, effectively boosting visitor influx. The consequential effect on the local economy is significant, with amplified spending on amenities such as accommodation, food, and transportation.
  
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  Attracting More Visitors: In the contemporary digital era, consumers exhibit a heightened level of knowledge and discernment. They have the capacity to access an expansive array of information regarding various destinations, allowing them to evaluate and make comparisons based on their experiences. The positive experiences of visitors enhance the attractiveness of a destination, as destinations with a commendable reputation are often preferred by these informed consumers.
  
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  Boosting the Local Economy: The significance of prioritizing visitor experience is underscored by the potential for substantial economic benefits. The paradigm shift has moved toward catering to travelers' preferences for information accessibility, resulting in an emphasis on localized personalization and digital connectivity - the optimal medium for bridging this gap. The key to competing effectively across industries and brands lies in capitalizing on digital touchpoints, from information dissemination to booking and awareness. Statistically, 84% of enterprises that prioritize digital visitor/customer experiences report increased revenue. Destinations and travel organizations have immense potential to leverage crucial touchpoints like visitor centers, airports, transportation, and attractions to foster genuine engagement and local opportunities.
  
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  The Awesome Swag: Our Visitor Center stocks plenty of one-of-a-kind gift and souvenir items made by local artists and crafters. We do not buy online. You can even buy home décor pieces and high quality leather pieces made by hand. Then of course there are the t-shirts and hoodies and mugs that are just as awesome, too.
  
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  The Always-Friendly Staff: The incredibly knowledgeable and friendly staff has been known to guide visitors by the hand to their destination. They have even helped some folks so thoroughly that the visitors fell in love with the town and became locals. The staff offers directions, dining advice, and conversation.
  
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  Life-Size Redlands Gallery Wall: The gallery wall showcases Redlands photography by Bruce Herwig and is the perfect backdrop for photos. #redlandsvisitorcenter
  
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  Maps Galore: We've got maps. Need I say more? Redlands, Yucaipa, Calimesa and soon Banning/Beaumont.
  
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  Family Room & Children's Restroom: The Redlands Visitor Center Family Room proudly offers Downtown's only changing table complete with diapers and wipes and a children's restroom. Families enjoy the room to rest, play and watch Disney +. Additionally, the room is used for Nursing Support Groups, Tummy Time for 0-6 months, Children's Sign Language, and OT Intake for children.