Open Doors

Helping Small Businesses Succeed

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At State Farm, we’ve made it our mission to restore lives, help rebuild neighborhoods, invest in communities, and support education and safety initiatives where we live and work. It’s what being a good neighbor is all about. 

Like a good neighbor, State Farm is there. It’s more than a slogan; it’s who we are. See below for just a few of our Good Neighbor Stories and how we are helping small businesses like yours!

Small Business Spotlight

Green Lady Gardens

Owner: Jessica Schutz
City: Denver, CO
State Farm Agent: Travis Henderson

Jessica’s passion for house plants and Mexican culture inspired her to open Green Lady Gardens in Denver, Colorado. A colorful shop where she helps her customers find the right plant for their space and lifestyle. She even developed a tiered plant care system to teach them how to care for their houseplants and keep them healthy and looking beautiful.

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Maria’s Cakes

Owner: Maria Alvarez
City: Normal, IL
State Farm Agent: Axel Jimenez

Ever since Maria was a little girl, she dreamed of baking, and her dream came true in Normal, Illinois. Now, she creates all kinds of beautiful and delicious baked goods: from cookies and muffins to wedding cakes and more, with her unique Latin flair. She loves her community and is proud to make their special occasions even more special.

Ripe Life Juice Co.

Owner: Jamar Luster
City: Rockford, IL
State Farm Agent: Leslie West

Jamar Luster was striving to eat better but noticed that there weren’t many healthy eating options in Rockford, Illinois. He decided to take matters into his own hands. With three hundred dollars and a blender, he founded Ripe Life Juice Co. He shared his healthy creations on social media, becoming a viral sensation. Now, he’s got a store in downtown Rockford, making it a healthier place, one juice at a time.

Learn more about how State Farm helps meet the needs of small business owners like you.  Visit Small Business Insurance | State Farm®.

 

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